Arnhart Cemetery, Barry Co., MO

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GARDINER, Louise (HENDERSON) Dec. 5, 1906
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
May 24, 1979
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Daughter of Joseph Greenway Henderson and Mattie Ellen Robberson/Robinson. Census
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GAROUTTE, Beulah (HARRIS) (MACKEY) Jan. 26, 1922
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 20, 2011
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of Roy and Bessie (McIntosh) Harris. She was employed as a Pharmacy Tech at the Harris and Howell Clinic for her brother, Dr. Noel Harris in Purdy, Missouri. On December 10, 1964 she was united in marriage to Jim D. Garoutte. He preceded her in death on February 10, 2007. In addition to her parents, husband, a brother and one sister, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Shila Cendroski on October 13, 1989. Named on the obit was one son with the surname Mackey. Beulah's first husband was James Alvie Mackey, died in 1966, and is buried at Arnhart Cemetery. White Funeral Home
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GARRISON, Clara Edith (CLIFTON) Jan. 31, 1911
Stone Co., MO
Feb. 4, 1998
Springdale, AR
Inscription: "Mom at Rest" - Research Note: Clara Clifton, age 16, married Fred Garrison, age 19, on Aug. 25, 1927 in Carroll Co., AR. Full name was George Frederick Garrison, died 1963 and is buried in Lampe, Stone Co., MO. Daughter of Joseph Henry Clifton and Florence Mallie. AR Marriage Index
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GARRISON, Donald Wayne Feb. 8, 1941
Wheaton,
Barry Co., MO
July 22, 2003
Cox Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Naomi Carole Ferguson - Inscription: "Married Nov. 7, 1959" - Research Note: He was the son of Wayne and Eunice (Haynes) Garrison. He worked for the Missouri State Highway Department for over 20 years and was a member of the Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church in Purdy. He married Naomi Carole Ferguson on November 7, 1959. - Back of Stone Bennett-Wormington
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GARRISON, Naomi Carole (FERGUSON) Oct. 30, 1941 No Date SSW: Donald Wayne - Inscription: "Married Nov. 7, 1959" - Back of Stone Photos
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GAUTNEY, John, Jr. Dec. 10, 1919 Apr. 12, 1973 SSW: Maxine - Research Note: Son of John Francis Gautney and Minnie B. Nickle. Census
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GAUTNEY, Maxine Jan. 10, 1915 No Date SSW: John - Research Note: In 1963, John and Maxine were in Wichita, KS. City Directories
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GIDDINGS, Laura Jane (BUCHANAN) Apr. 27, 1867
KS
May 20, 1938
McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co. MO
Research Note: According to her death certificate Laura was buried May 21, 1938. The informant was Mrs. Mable Hogue, Garfield, AR. Laura's father was given as James Buchanan, born NY. Her mother was listed as Christine Owens, born VA. She was married to Hiram Bostwick Giddings. He is buried at Maplewood Cemetery, Exeter, Barry Co. MO. Undertaker was Blankenship, Purdy, MO Her stone has her birth year as 1867. Death certificate has 1868. Death Certificate
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GILBERT, Fred Wilbert Jan. 2, 1907
MO
Oct. 8, 1986
Los Angeles, CA
Research Note: Entered from findagrave.com. His wife was Margaret Opal Mullins. Son of George and Serilda Josephine (Thomas) Gilbert. - 1930 Census, Purdy, Barry, Missouri - gives Fred W. Gilbert, age 23 and Margaret O. Gilbert, age 19. - 1940 Census, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California - Fred W. Gilbert, head, age 33 born MO; Margaret, wife, age 29, born MO; Moda, daughter, age 9, born MO. They were in L. A., CA in 1935. Census
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GILBERT, Margaret Opal (MULLINS) Aug. 15, 1910
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
July 7, 1996
Bel Air,
Los Angeles Co., CA
Research Note: Entered from findagrave.com. Father's surname given was Mullins and mother's maiden name Boyd. Wife of Fred W. Gilbert. She was the daughter of Henry Mullins and Bertha Boyd, both buried at Arnhart Cemetery. CA Death Index
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GILL, Alma Aug. 17, 1922
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 17, 1922
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Inf. Dau. of Daniel and Frances" - Another Photo Photos
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GILL, Daniel Laton Apr. 16, 1878
Jasper Co., MO
Feb. 6, 1935
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: His wife was Frances Sina Nichols. Son of Isaac A. Gill and Tex "Anna" Triplett. Frances Sina second married Joseph W. Brooks in 1937 in Wheaton, Barry Co., MO. She died in 1969, Manzanola, Otero Co., CO. - Another Photo Note
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GIRTEN, William F. Aug. 30, 1860
Warren Co., IN
Mar. 27, 1947
Exeter,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: 2nd husband of Sarah Elizabeth (Buchanan) Crane, also buried in this Cemetery according to her Obit but no stone or record per caretaker. First husband, Daniel Meeker Buchanan, also buried here per his obit. There is no stone. - Donna's Note: According to his death certificate his name was spelled Gertin, but the stone reads Girten. His death certificate gives his place of death as Butterfield, but Russell's post has it in Exeter. His wife was listed as Mary C. Girtin on the certificate. His parents were unknown to the informant. The cause of death was uremia, due to prostrate trouble. Mrs. Mary C. Girtin, Butterfield, MO, was the informant. - Phyllis' Note: Marriage record may not be this William F. Girten, 2 years difference in age. W. F. Girten, age 45, of Mt. Hersey, Newton Co., AR, married Minnie L. Gardiner, age 23, of AR, on Mar. 16, 1907 in Newton Co. AR. - In 1930 Census, Liberty, Barry, Missouri, he is married to Sarah E. Girten. - 1940 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri, he is married to Mary C. Girten. Obit
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GOODNIGHT, Loanna Jane (LAIDLOW) (HEWLETT) Oct. 4, 1868
Dent Co., MO
Feb. 6, 1944
Granby,
Newton Co., MO
Inscription: "Wife of W. H. Goodnight" - Research Note: Her death certificate names John Laidlow (born Scotland), and Elizabeth (Noblitt) as her parents. W. H. Goodnight was given as her husband. The cause of death was given as lobar pneumonia, influenza. She had lived in the Granby community 3 months. Edith Haworth, Granby, MO, was the informant. The stone reads that she was born in 1868 but the death certificate reads 1869. - Jane L. Laidlow first married William Clinton Hulett on Aug. 17, 1890 in Barry Co., MO. His mother was Martha N. Hulett. William was under age 21 and his mother gave consent to the marriage. - 1900 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri - Jane is living with her widowed father, as Jane Hulett, age 31 and daughter Edith Hulett, age 8. - 1910 Census, Liberty, Barry, Missouri - Jane Hewlett, age 41, widowed, head of household; Edith, daughter, age 17. - 1920 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri - Jane, wife, age 51 is with W. H. Goodnight, age 66. Death Certificate
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GOULD, Gina Gayle (BOWMAN) May 21, 1963 No Date SSW: Mark Leonard - Inscription: "Married July 30, 1982" - Back of Stone - Photo on Stone Photos
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GOULD, Mark Leonard Jan. 21, 1961
Morrilton, AR
July 9, 2004
Baltimore, MD
SSW: Gina Gayle - Inscription: "Married July 30, 1982" - Research Note: Son of Joe and Barbara Gould. He was a truck driver for Auto Elite Trucking and a member of the Church of Christ. He married Gina Bowman on July 30, 1982. - Back of Stone - Stone Photo Buchanan Funeral Home
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GRAMLING, Frances Lillian (MAYES) Sept. 4, 1880
Harrison,
Boone Co., AR
1958,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Daughter of James Mayes and Isabelle Drury. T. J. (Thomas Jefferson) Gramling was her deceased husband's name. Frankie Gramling of Monett MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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GRAMLING, Thomas Jefferson Dec. 28, 1877
AR
Nov.. 7, 1956
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was divorced. Wife given as Frances (Mayes) Gramling. Son of Franklin Gramling and Martha Brock. Miss Frankie Gramling of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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GRUBB, John William "Bill" Mar. 29, 1880
MO
Sept. 1, 1947
MO
Research Note: His wife was Minnie Mary Mizer. Son of William and Sarah Grubb. - 1880 Census, Taylor, Grundy, Missouri - William Grubb, age 31; Sarah Grubb, age 33; Angeline, age 14; Amanda, age 13; Thomas, age 9; Anise, age 5; Samuel, age 2; William, age 2 months. - 1900 Census, Madison, Grundy, Missouri - William J. Grubb Jr., age 20, married 2 years; Minnie Grubb, wife, age 19, married 2 years; Loren Duskins, nephew, age 11. - 1920 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri - William, age 39, and Minnie, age 38, are in Barry Co. Census
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GRUBB, Minnie Mary (MIZER) 1880 1934 Research Note: Daughter of James Monroe Mizer and Sarah Elizabeth Lowery. Minnie M. Mizer, age 16, married William Grubb, age 24, on Feb. 27 1898 in Barry Co., MO. Her father, James Mizer, gave consent to the marriage. MO Marriage Records
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HADLEY, Ida May (WALKER) Apr. 11, 1884
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 19, 1939
Barry Co., MO
SSW: V. J. - Research Note: Row 7 - South Side - Donna's Note: Her death certificate reads that Virgil Hadley was her husband. Her father was given as Charley Walker, born SC and Martha Lane born AR. The cause of death was listed as chronic myocarditis, auricular fibrillation, contributory of hypertension. Virgil Hadley, Butterfield, MO was the informant. Headstone
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HADLEY, Virgil James June 19, 1879
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 15, 1960
Pueblo, CO
SSW: Ida M. - Research Note: Row 7 - South Side - Virgil was a son of James H. and Thursey Permilia (Atterberry) Hadley. Virgil and Ida May Walker were married Feb. 26, 1901 in Barry Co. Mrs. Martha Turner, mother of Ida gave her consent to the marriage. After his marriage the census records show he lived in Fry, Tulsa Co., OK in 1910. Mount Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO in 1920. Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK in 1930. He resided at the time of the WWI draft in Purdy, Barry Co., MO. Taken from census records, marriage record, WWI draft registration, mother's application for a Widows Pension. Note
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HALL, Donal Lee Jan. 19, 1926
Green Forest,
Madison Co., AR
Sept. 17, 2002
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Wilma Louise Mizer - Inscription: "Married Aug. 29, 1948" - Research Note: Son of Henry Orson and Mary Edna (Hodson) Hall. He worked 21 years at Vaisley Bristol Shoe Factory and was later employed at Garrett Manufacturing Company. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. He married Wilma Louise Mizer on August 29, 1948. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. - Back of Stone Monett Times
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HALL, Jerry Mar. 15, 1943
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 11, 2013
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Hershal and Marjorie (Douthitt) Hall. He was united in marriage on May 18, 1962 in Purdy, MO to Patricia Rose. Jerry graduated from Purdy High School in 1961, worked at Jumping Jacks Shoe Corp. for 16 years before co-founding Jack Henry and Associates in 1976. Bennett-Wormington
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HALL, Ronald Eugene June 9, 1935
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Dec. 4, 1935
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Research Note: Son of Fred Hall. No record of mother. His father was the informant on the death certificate. - One World Tree gives his father as Fred A. Hall and mother as Lela Edna Roller. Death Certificate
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HALL, Wilma Louise (MIZER) May 14, 1930
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 10, 2006
Auto Accident
SSW: Donal Lee - Inscription: "Married Aug. 29, 1948" - Research Note: Wilma L. Hall, age 75, of Cassville, passed away Monday, April 10, 2006, in an auto accident. She was born May 14, 1930, in Purdy, and was a daughter of Jim and Naomi (Henderson) Mizer. On Aug. 29, 1948, she was united in marriage to Donal Lee Hall, who preceded her in death on Sep. 17, 2002. She was also preceded in death by her parents, her step-father, Henry Ferguson and one brother, Buddy Mizer. She graduated with the Class of 1948 from Purdy High School. In 1966 she and Donal moved to Cassville to make their home. She was a member of the Corinth Baptist Church of Cassville and a talented musician. - Back of Stone Cassville Democrat,
April 21, 2006
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HAMRICK, Newton Henry Dec. 8, 1887
TX
May 21, 1930
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Married to wife Sarah at time of death. Cause of death presumed heart disease after complaining of shortness of breath, followed by collapse on the street. Father listed as Isaac Hamrick of AR. Informant listed as Ester(?) Hamrick of Purdy, MO. His wife was Sarah Matilda Freeman. Death Certificate
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HANEY, Loyd William May 1, 1906
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 18, 1976
Huntsville,
Madison Co., AR
Research Note: Son of William Henry Haney and Samantha Maybelle Terry. Loyd William Henry, age 22, married Fleeta Pearl Golden, age 19, on Aug. 25, 1928 in Jackson Co., MO. - Another Photo Census
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HARDWICK, Lee "Bill" Allen July 7, 1921
Golden, MO
June 8, 2018
At Home, Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Simeon and Louise (Jones) Hardwick. He was united in marriage in Golden on June 8, 1950 to Mildred Evelyn Shepherd; she preceded him in death on December 4, 2010. He was a retired farmer, a member of the Arnhart Baptist Church in Purdy, and a veteran of the United States Army serving his country as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne during World War II. He was also a member of the Monett V.F.W. Post 4022 and the Cassville American Legion. He was preceded in death by both his parents: Simeon and Louise; his wife Evelyn and two sisters Marie Bowen and Pauline Shrum. Bennett-Wormington
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HARDWICK, Mildred Evelyn (SHEPHERD) Dec. 17, 1929
Arnhart Community,
East of Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 4, 2010
MO
Research Note: Daughter of Roy and Elmira (Swaffar) Shepherd. Evelyn started her teaching career straight out of high school, at age 17. During the ensuring 30 years she taught in Barry and Lawrence counties, and ended her career at Purdy as school counselor. As a teacher, her thirst for knowledge led her to BS of ED degree, as well as an MS degree in Psychology and a Specialist degree. In Golden, Missouri, she met Lee A. "Bill" Hardwick, and they were married June 8, 1950. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Paul Shepherd, who passed away only two weeks ago. Bennett-Wormington
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HARKER, Lawrence Austin Oct. 16, 1927
Dewey, OK
May 10, 1941
Cardwell Hosp.,
Stella,
Newton Co., MO
Research Note: His stone has 1927 as the birth year and his death certificate has 1928. He was a student and a son of Lester Harker, born Roanoke, MO, and his mother was listed as Lettie Johnson born KS. The cause of death was a ruptured appendix and he had been ill for 7 days. He was 12 years, 6 months and 24 days old. Lester Harker, R. 1, Monett, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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HARKER, Lester John Sept. 22, 1889
Roanoke,
Howard Co., MO
Jan. 15, 1976
Vinita,
Craig Co., OK
Research Note: He was the husband of Zella Mae "Nettie" Johnson. Note
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HARKER, Zella Mae "Lettie" July 1, 1895 Mar. 26, 1991 Research Note: Daughter of George and Kate Johnson. - 1920 Census, Dewey, Washington, Oklahoma - George Johnson age 68; Kate, age 48; John, age 29; Leslie (Lester) Harker, age 29; Nettie Harker, age 24; Frank Johnson, age 20. Census
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HARNER, Alfred Preston Dec. 18, 1877
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
1950
Tulsa,
Tulsa Co., OK
Research Note: Son of Hiram Horner and Sarah McGowan. Most census and marriage records have his last name as Horner; brother Charles Alva Horner. His wife was Myrtle Naomi Carlile (1883 - 1940). - 1900 Census, Kings Prairie, Barry, Missouri - Sarah Horner, head, born Dec. 1846, age 53, widowed, mother of three children, 3 living, born IL parents born SC; Charles A., son, born Mar 1870, age 30, born IL, parents born IL; Alfred P., son, born Dec. 1878 age 21, born MO, parents born IL. - He registered for the WW I Draft in Rogers Co., OK, Age 41, and Mrs. Myrtle Harner was his nearest relative. - Another Photo Census
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HARNER, Myrtle Naomi (CARLILE) 1883
Barry Co., MO
1940
Tulsa,
Tulsa Co., OK
Research Note: Myrtle Carlile, age 17, married A. P. Horner, age 22, on June 9, 1900 in Barry Co., MO. Her father, Lewis Carlile, gave consent. Daughter of Lewis McCulpin Carlile and Sarah Ann Hadley, both buried at Arnhart Cemetery. Her husband was Alfred Preston Horner/Harner. - Another Photo Census
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HARNER, Raymond Otto Aug. 2, 1909
MO
Apr. 8, 1957
OK
Inscription: "OKLAHOMA PVT US ARMY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: Son of Alfred Preston Harner and Myrtle Naomi Carlile. His military stone was shipped to C. O. Carlile of Monett, MO. Enlisted on Mar. 29, 1943 and honorably discharged on Sept. 11, 1943. He was from OK and a Pvt. U. S. Army, Co. D, 82nd Tng, Bn. Mrs. Edith Harner of 4413 N. Detroit Pl., Tulsa, OK made the application for his stone. - Another Photo U.S. Headstone Appli.
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HARNER, Vernon Carlile 1901
AR
1937
Tulsa,
Tulsa Co., OK
Research Note: He was a son of Alfred Preston Harner and Myrtle Naomi Carlile. - Another Photo Census
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HARP, Betty Lou (ROGERS) (DAUGHERTY) (BALL) Jan. 12, 1935
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 9, 2020
Columbia Manor,
Columbia, MO
SSW: William "Leroy" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Clarence and Letha Rogers. She was preceded in death by her husband LeRoy Harp and son Lee Ball. Survived by sons with the surname Daugherty. - Daughter of Clarence William "Jake" Rogers and Letha Ann Owens. Clarence William is buried at Mt. Pleasant. He second married Almeda Sizemore. Letha second married Carl E. Campbell. - 1940 Census, Purdy, Barry, Missouri - Letha Rogers, age 43, born MO; Ina Mae Rogers, age 11, born MO; Bobbie Joe Rogers, age 8, born MO; Betty Lou Rogers, age 5, born MO. Fohn Funeral Home
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HARP, William Leroy July 12, 1936
Huntsville,
Madison Co., AR
Sept. 15, 2002
At Home, Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Betty Lou - Research Note: He was a son of Silas and Myrtle (Davis) Harp. He owned and operated Harp Poultry in Berryville and Lowell, Arkansas, and moved to Purdy eight years ago where he operated his business. He married Betty Lou Rogers on April 18, 1990. He was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters. Williamson Funeral Home
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HARPER, Donald Gene 1938 Nov. 2, 2021
TX
Research Note: He was the son of Guy and Beatrice Harper. They were married 63 years, brought together in love in Purdy, Missouri, at Arnhart Church. While Don served his country in the United States Navy and later earned an electrical engineering degree from the University of Kansas, Phyllis worked locally, helping to support the couple. From there the couple relocated with Don's career, including to Norman, Oklahoma, where Don served as Associate Director of Program Development at the OU Research Institute, and Irving, Texas, where Don worked as Vice President of Planning and Development at the University of Dallas. Their path led to the west coast where Phyllis and Don bought a commercial business and later developed commercial real estate and operated retail businesses in Southern California. When the couple eventually moved their family back to Texas, Don continued to commute between Los Angeles and Irving. He is preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Beatrice Harper. The memorial service will be held at Brown's Memorial in Irving, Texas. Graveside services will be held on Monday November 15, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Arnhart Cemetery in East Purdy, Missouri. Bennett-Wormington
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HARPER, Phyllis Ilene (MACKEY) 1937
MO
Nov. 1, 2021
TX
Research Note: She was the daughter of Herschel and Marie Mackey. As partners in life, Phyllis and Don were also partners in business. Their local ventures included launching enclosed flea markets around the Dallas area, the development of the University Hills Shopping Center, and opening and operating several beauty salons with the now popular suite concept, which was new to the industry at the time. Phyllis's eye for design and Don's engineering expertise were paramount in the development of their businesses, as well as the construction of the family's home in the Fox Glen community of Las Colinas. As prominent philanthropists of the Irving community, they supported various charities, including the Irving Hospital Guild, the Lyric Stage League, and the Irving Symphony League. Phyllis and Don were active in numerous organizations and enjoyed their memberships in the Las Colinas Country Club, the Junior Book Review, and the Dallas Bridge Club. Phyllis also loved her involvement in the Las Colinas Women's Association and valued her circle of friends from their Fox Glen neighborhood, nicknamed the Foxy Ladies. Phyllis's and Don's joyous personalities and open hearts added to their ease in establishing lifelong friendships in the area. She is preceded in death by her two younger siblings, brothers James Mackey and Kenneth Mackey and parents Herschel and Marie Mackey. Both Don and Phyllis are survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews. The memorial service will be held at Brown's Memorial in Irving, Texas. Graveside services will be held on Monday November 15, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Arnhart Cemetery in East Purdy, Missouri. Bennett-Wormington
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HARRIS, Artela Isabel (WHITAKER) Jan. 10, 1856 Oct. 8, 1918 Inscription: "Wife of Steven H." - Research Note: Daughter of Elisha Whitaker and Elizabeth Stogsdill. - 1910 Census, Liberty, Barry, Missouri - Stephen Harris, head, age 53, married once for 35 years, born VA, parents born VA, farmer; Isabel Harris, wife, age 52, married once for 35 years, mother of one child, living, born KY, father born IN, mother KY; Thomas Whitaker, brother-in-law, age 26, single, born KY, father born IN, mother KY. - Another Photo Census
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HARRIS, Isabella (MCINTOSH) Aug. 15, 1883
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 20, 1918 Inscription: "Wife of Thomas" - Research Note: Isabella was a daughter of James W. McIntosh 1850-1927 and Fannie M. Fowler, both born in Pittsbugh, PA. Isabella and Thomas Harris were married at James McIntosh's home in Barry Co. Isabella's brother Allen said the cause of her death was measles. There is no known MO death certificate for Isabella. - Another Photo Family Stories
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HARRIS, Stephen "Steve" Douglas Feb. 16, 1855
Lee Co., VA
Oct. 21, 1945
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Pappy" - Research Note: His death certificate reads that Fountain Harris, born Lee Co., VA, was his father and Jane Lee, born VA, as his mother. Dona Harris was given as his wife's name, alive and age 84. The cause of death was given as chronic Nephritis with Uremia. John Bowman, 501 County Rd., Monett, MO, was the informant. - His first wife was Artela Isabel Whitaker. - Another Photo Death Certificate
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HARRIS, Thomas May 30, 1881
KY
Dec. 7, 1964
At Home, Aurora,
Lawrence Co., MO
Research Note: He is buried next to Isabella. Thomas' parents were Samuel and Emily B. (Thompson) Harris, both born in VA, and buried in Sparks Cemetery. Mrs. Naomi Hilton of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Thomas married first Isabella McIntosh at James McIntosh's home in Barry Co. on Feb. 6, 1907. He married second Nina Elma (Greer) Hobbs at Mount Vernon, Lawrence Co., MO on Jan. 29, 1920. Thomas' third marriage was to Martha Lou (Condor) Kissee in Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO on Jan. 8, 1954. - Another Photo Family Stories
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HASELWOOD, Margaret D. Nov. 22, 1882 Feb. 18, 1884
McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "Dau. of J. J. and S. A. Haselwood - Aged 1 Yr 2 Mo 20 Dys" - Research Note: Age at death 1 year, 2 months, 20 ds - Cause of death dysentery. Recorded as Hazelwood. Note
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HASELWOOD, Sharlotte A. (DUFF) May 6, 1851 Nov. 15, 1886 Inscription: "Wife of J. J. Haselwood" - Research Note: Daughter of Milton L. Duff and Martha Ann Linn. Charlotte A. Duff married John J. Haselwood on Jan. 11 1882 in Lawrence Co., MO. MO Marriage Records
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HASELWOOD, Martha F. Feb. 22, 1885 May 9 1886 Inscription: "Dau. of J. J. and S. A. Haselwood" Photo
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HAWORTH, Bertha A. Apr. 19, 1884 Mar. 5, 1900 Research Note: She is buried next to Louisa and William Perry Haworth. Note
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HAWORTH, Infant Son Dec. 3, 1886 Dec. 26, 1886 Inscription: "Infant son of W. P. and Louisa Haworth" - Research Note: He is buried next to John Haworth and near Bertha A. and Louisa and William Perry Haworth. Note
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HAWORTH, John F. May 31, 1882 Dec. 22, 1891 Research Note: He is buried next to Bertha A. and also near Louisa and William Perry Haworth. Note
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HAWORTH, Louisa Catherine (REYNOLDS) Feb. 22, 1861
MO
Aug. 11, 1944
3 miles E. of Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: William Perry - Research Note: Her death certificate gives her name as Hayworth and not Haworth as the stone reads. The stone gives her middle name as L. and the death certificate has it as Catherine. It reads that she was born Jan. 21, 1861 and not the date that the stone reads. Aug. 4, 1944 is given as the death date, which is probably a correct date. It gives her father as ? Reynolds and her mother as Sarah Sluss, born in Germany. She was married twice and widowed. Lee Hayworth, Granby, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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HAWORTH, William Perry Feb. 28, 1858
Des Moines,
Polk Co., IA
Oct. 3, 1941
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Louisa L. - Research Note: His death certificate names Louisa Haworth as his wife. His father was listed as Milton (John Milton) Haworth and his mother as (Mary) Cook, unknown where she was born. The cause of death was given as a cerebral hemorrhage. Leander Haworth was the informant, Granby, MO. Death Certificate
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HEMBREE, Judith Ann (HEMPHILL) (CAMERER) Feb. 14, 1947
Stella,
Newton Co., MO
Dec. 17, 2005
St. John's Hosp.,
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Research Note: Judy Hemphill Hembree, age 58, of Joplin, died December 17 at St. John's Regional Medical Center in Joplin. Mrs. Hembree was born February 14, 1947, in Stella. She was a member of the Central Christian Center in Joplin. She married Larry "Butch" Hembree on September 7, 1990, in Miami, Oklahoma, and he survives. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eva Nell (Stewart) Hemphill. - Sons with the surname Camerer named in the obit. Father was Joe Hemphill. - Back of Stone Monett Times
December 18, 2005
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HEMPHILL, Betty Sue Feb. 10, 1937
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 2, 1937
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Infant daughter of Floyd and Chlora (Burg) Hemphill. Donna's Note: Her death certificate reads that her father was Floyd Hemphill and her mother Chlora Burg, both born in MO. She lived 20 days and reads she died on the 2nd and not the 3rd as posted. And her stone has the death date of Mar. 2, 1937 and not Mar. 3, 1937 as posted. Bonnie Hemphill Long
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HEMPHILL, Billy "Bill" David Sept. 23, 1917
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 30, 1999
At Home, Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Freddie Akin - Inscription: "July 30, 1936" Research Note: He was a son of Floyd and Chlora L. (Burg) Hemphill. Donna's Note: He was the husband of Freddie Akin, a G. B. Hancock descendant. Bill Hemphill was the sheriff of Barry County in the 1950's era and was a descendant of Giles and Sarah (Singleton) Smith through the Burg family. - He was a retired law enforcement officer, serving as Barry County sheriff from 1952 to 1968. He organized the Barry County Sheriff Mounted Patrol and was elected president of the Missouri Sheriff Association in 1957 and 1958. He served as president of the National Sheriff Association from 1967 to 1968. He served as juvenile officer for Barry, Lawrence and Stone counties from 1968 to 1980. He was appointed U. S. Deputy Marshal in 1970. He was elected mayor of Purdy in 1974 and served two terms during which time he was instrumental in establishing the Purdy Community Center. He was a 40-year member of the Purdy Lions Club and past member of the Cassville Rotary Club. He was active in the Republican Party and in 1988 served as an elector who cast one of Missouri's electoral votes for President George Bush. He was a lifelong Barry County cattleman and farmer and owned and operated Purdy Farm Center until 1952. He was active with the Barry County Youth Camp and Four State Travel Camper Club, and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Purdy. He married Freddie Akin on July 30, 1936, in Monett, and she survives. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Bob Hemphill and Ted Hemphill; an infant sister, Betty Sue; and one son-in-law, Dennis Carr. - Back of Stone Monett Times
Dec. 31, 1999
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HEMPHILL, Chlora Lavina (BURG) Oct. 30, 1900
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
May 3, 1989
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Floyd - Inscription: "Married Dec. 1, 1915" - Research Note: Wife of Floyd Hemphill, mother of Bill, Joe, Bob, Bonnie, Ted, Shirley and Charles. Donna's Note: Her parents were Charles David and Sarah Palestine (Smith) Burg. She was a daughter of Henry Jefferson and Lavina Penelope (Fly) Smith and a grand daughter of Giles and Sarah (Singleton) Smith. - Another Photo Bonnie Hemphill Long
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HEMPHILL, Don Freeman July 30, 1923 Feb. 20, 1991 Research Note: Son of Virgil Hemphill and Eula Marbut. Note
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HEMPHILL, Eula (MARBUT) Oct. 19, 1901
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 24, 1996
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Virgil - Inscription: "Married Oct. 3, 1920" - Research Note: Daughter of Ira Madison Marbut and Sarah Jane Roller. Census
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HEMPHILL, Eva Nell (STEWART) Sept. 15, 1924
Monett, MO
Aug. 17, 1995
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Joe Howard - Inscription: "Married July 25, 1943" - Research Note: Wife of Joe Hemphill; daughter of Henry Stewart and Goldie Mae (Crossland) Stewart. Donna's Note: Post had June 15, 1924 as the birth date - stone reads, Sept. 15, 1924. - Back of Stone Bonnie Hemphill Long
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HEMPHILL, Floyd Oct. 27, 1895
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 2, 1977
Purdy,
Barry Co.,MO
SSW: Chlora - Inscription: "Married Dec. 1, 1915" - Research Note: Husband of Chlora L. (Burg) Hemphill. Father of Bill, Joe, Bob, Bonnie, Ted, Shirley and Charles. - Donna's Note: William F. and Ida L. (Long) Hemphill were his parents. - Another Photo Bonnie Hemphill Long
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HEMPHILL, Freddie (AKIN) (BENNETT) Apr. 23, 1914
Galena, MO
May 2, 2017
Lacoba Homes,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Billy David - Inscription: "July 30, 1936" - Research Note: She was a daughter of William Fred and Ina Cordelia (Hancock) Akin and a granddaughter of Rev. Golman Buford and Mary Minerva (Burris) Hancock. Freddie graduated from Seneca High School in Seneca, MO. Freddie was married to Robert (Bob) Bennett who died of spinal meningitis in the first year of their marriage. To them one daughter was born. After this loss, Freddie found love again when she met William (Bill) Hemphill. On July 30, 1936, Freddie and Bill were united in marriage in Monett, MO. To this union two boys were born. Freddie lived a long and full life, a blessing to many and loved by all. She gave her life to Christ and was baptized in her youth, and was a long-time member of the Purdy and Monett churches of Christ. She loved gardening, sewing, quilting, painting, entertaining her many visitors and friends, fishing with her husband at Roaring River and traveling all around the world. She and Bill were co-founders and long-time volunteers with Barry County Youth Camp, and provided scholarships to many through the foundation. "Her children rise up and call her blessed." She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, and her siblings. - Back of Stone Note
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HEMPHILL, James "Jim" M. Aug. 13, 1960
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Mar. 28, 2008
Galena,
Cherokee Co., KS
Research Note: Temporary Marker - James "Jim" M. Hemphill, age 47, of Neosho, MO, died March 28, 2008, in Galena, Kansas. He was born August 13, 1960, in Joplin, the son of Joe Howard and Eva (Stewart) Hemphill. He owned and operated a sanitation company and was a member of Central Christian Center in Joplin. Survivors include one brother, of Neosho; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Judy Hembree. Memorial services will be 4 p.m. tomorrow, April 1, at Central Christian Center Fellowship Hall in Joplin with Paul Bayless, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Arnhart Cemetery near Purdy under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home of Monett. - Another Photo Buchanan Funeral Home
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HEMPHILL, Joe Howard Aug. 16, 1920
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
July 5, 2006
Greenbrier Nursing Home
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Eva Nell - Inscription: "Married July 25, 1943" - Research Note: Son of Floyd and Chlora L. (Burg) Hemphill. He was a farmer, quarter horse rancher, and was retired as a machinist for Rocketdyne in Neosho. He married Eva Nell Stewart on July 25, 1943, in Columbus, Kansas, and she preceded him in death August 17, 1995. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Judy Hembree; three brothers, Bill, Bob, and Ted Hemphill; and one sister, Betty Hemphill. - Back of Stone Note
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HEMPHILL, Joey D. Nov. 26, 1954
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 27, 2014
Columbia,
Boone Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Joe and Eva Nell (Stewart) Hemphill. He had attended the Day Program at ACT in Columbia. Joey was preceded in death by his parents; as well as one brother, Jim Hemphill; and one sister, Judy Hembree. Buchanan Funeral Home
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HEMPHILL, Virgil Oct. 14, 1897
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 25, 1972
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Eula - Inscription: "Married Oct. 3, 1920" - Research Note: Son of William Franklin Hemphill and Ida Luticia May Long. Census
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HENDERSON, Alfred Mar. 7, 1893
Jasper, AR
Dec. 20, 1966
St. Vincent's Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co.,MO
SSW: Ulah M. - Research Note: Son of Levi Henderson and Mary Elizabeth Carlton. His wife was Ulah Henderson and she was the informant on the death certificate. Usual residence was Purdy, MO. - 1940 Census, Econtuchka, Seminole, Oklahoma - Alfred Henderson, head, age 46 born AR owner of filling station; Ula Mae, wife, age 44, born MO; Harold D., son, age 5, born OK. - Military Stone - Inscription: "ARKANSAS SGT US ARMY WORLD WAR I" Death Certificate
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HENDERSON, Angeline (ROLLER) Aug. 13, 1872 May 27, 1907 Inscription: "Wife of P. R. Henderson" - Research Note: Daughter of John Roller and Regina Weston. Pleasant Ruben Henderson was a son of Francis Marion and Emeline (Fly) Henderson. He second married Emma Doshier and is buried at Bethel Baptist Cemetery. Census
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HENDERSON, Clyde May 11, 1904 Dec. 19, 1974 SSW: Opal - Research Note: Son of Joseph G. Henderson and Martha Ellen Robinson. Census
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HENDERSON, Earl Marion Apr. 2, 1912
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 14, 2005
Cox Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Nota Ruth Mizer - Inscription: "Married Dec. 21, 1933" - Research Note: He was the son of Wesley and Gertrude (Wormington) Henderson. He was a farmer and businessman. He graduated from Purdy High School in 1930 and was a member of the Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church in Purdy. He married Nota Ruth Mizer on December 21, 1933, in Purdy, and she preceded him in death October 26, 2001. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jim Henderson and Ralph Davis; and one sister, Ruby Rickman. - Back of Stone Bennett-Wormington
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HENDERSON, Eileen Judy (EVANS) Mar. 21, 1940
Lamoni, IA
June 15, 2019
At Home,
Battlefield, MO
SSW: Richard Earl - Inscription: Married May 31, 1958" - Research Note: She was the daughter of Lester and Dorothy (Carlson) Evans. She was united in marriage on May 31, 1958 in Lamoni, Iowa to Richard Earl Henderson; he preceded her in death on June 17, 2008. She was the owner of E.J. Gift Shop in Aurora, Missouri and a member of the Generations Freewill Baptist Church in Joplin, Missouri. - Back of Stone Note
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HENDERSON, Elzy Worth Mar. 4, 1887
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
July 28, 1935
McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Florence - Research Note: His death certificate reads that Robert Henderson, born in MO, and Inman, born Purdy, MO, was his parents. Florence was given as his wife's name. Chronic nephritis, carcinoma was given as the cause of death. - Cassville Republican, Thursday, Nov. 7, 1918 - North Purdy: Elzy Henderson and family visited at Robert Wormington's Saturday night and Sunday. Cassville Republican, Thursday, May 22, 1919 - North Purdy: Robert Wormington and wife and grandson, Clyde Wormington, visited at Elzy Henderson's Sunday. - He was the son of Robert James Henderson and Louisa Elizabeth Inman. Death Certificate
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HENDERSON, Erval L. Sept. 9, 1897
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 4, 1993 SSW: Lola M. - Research Note: He was a son of Joseph Greenberry and Martha E. (Robinson) Henderson and married Lola May Prier on Dec. 24, 1921 in Barry Co., MO. Note
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HENDERSON, Florence (WORMINGTON) 1891 1964 SSW: Elzy W. - Research Note: Daughter of James Robert Wormington and Mariah Josephine "Sug" Means. Census
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HENDERSON, Harold Dennis Aug. 24, 1934
OK
Nov. 20, 1969
Lamp Farm,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Purdy, MO resident. Son of Alfred and Ulah Henderson. His wife was Malva Halsey and she was the informant on the death certificate. A bulldozer turned over on him on the Lamp farm, 2 miles NE of Easyville store. - 1940 Census, Econtuchka, Seminole, Oklahoma - Alfred Henderson, head, age 46 born AR owner of filling station; Ula Mae, wife, age 44, born MO; Harold D., son, age 5, born OK. Census
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HENDERSON, Joseph "Joe" Greenberry Oct. 6, 1875
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 16, 1965
Cassville Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Mattie Ella - Research Note: He was a son of Francis Marion and Martha Emeline (Fly) Henderson. Usual residence was rural Purdy, MO. Erval Henderson of Purdy, MO was the informant on the death certificate. - J. G. HENDERSON OF PURDY DIES - RETIRED FARMER WAS WELL KNOWN AREA RESIDENT - J. G. Henderson, 89, a prominent resident of the Purdy area, died at 9:50 a.m. yesterday in the Cassville Hospital following a short illness. Mr. Henderson was born near Purdy, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Henderson, and had lived there all his life. He was retired farmer and stockman and for a number of years was a music teacher. He had composed and written a number of songs for the Stamps and Baxter Music Company. A member of the Gunter Methodist Church, Mr. Henderson was preceded in death by his wife and one daughter. Survivors include four sons, Erval Henderson and Clyde Henderson both of Purdy, Otis Henderson of Exeter and Evan Henderson of Fairview; two daughters, Mrs. Archie Gardiner of Hollywood, Calif., and Mrs. Leo Brown of Valley Center, Kans.; one brother, Rev. Calvin Henderson of Cassville; one sister, Mrs. Chris Edwards of Van Nuys, Calif.; 14 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the Arnhart Church with Rev. Wayne Hamilton, Rev. Winford Davis and Rev. Alvin Bennett officiating. Burial will be in Arnhart Cemetery under the direction of Bennett and Wormington Funeral Home. Note
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HENDERSON, Katherine (SWAFFAR) Nov. 12, 1899
Wilson Co., TN
Dec. 13, 1985
MO
Research Note: Daughter of Simeon Eugene Swaffar and Leona Bingham. Wife of Arthur Marion Henderson. Census
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HENDERSON, L. L. June 27, 1900 Jan. 11, 1901 Inscription: "L. L. Dau. of P. R. and Angeline" Photo
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HENDERSON, Lola Mae (PRIER) Nov. 13, 1899
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 7, 1973 SSW: Erval L. - Research Note: She was a daughter of Adam Franklin and Lillie (Mizer) Prier and married Erval Henderson in 1921. Note
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HENDERSON, Marguerite V. (DAVIDSON) Mar. 7, 1914 Apr. 2, 1981 SSW: Evan - Another Photo Photos
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HENDERSON, Martha "Mattie" Ella (ROBINSON) Feb. 12, 1879
MO
Feb. 11, 1960 SSW: Joe G. - Research Note: They married Dec. 10, 1896 in Barry Co., MO. Mattie E. Robberson/Robinson, age 17, married Joseph G. Henderson on Dec. 10, 1896 in Barry Co., MO. T. A. Robberson, father of Mattie, gave consent. Daughter of Thomas Robberson and Malinda Waltrip. MO Marriage Records
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HENDERSON, Nota "Ruth" (MIZER) June 22, 1917
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 26, 2001
Monett, MO
SSW: Earl M. - Inscription: "Married Dec. 21, 1933" - Research Note: Daughter of Henry and Nora (Call) Mizer. - Donna's Note: Her son, Buddy Ray Mizer's death certificate names her as the wife of James Mizer and with a maiden name of Henderson. - Back of Stone Oct. 29, 2001
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HENDERSON, Norine (MCINTOSH) June 7, 1904
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 15, 1999
Cox Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Otis W. - Inscription: "Wed Oct. 6, 1923" - Research Note: Daughter of James and Fannie (Fowler) McIntosh. She was a lifetime Purdy resident, a homemaker, and a charter member of the Gunter Methodist Church where she was the church pianist for many years. She married Otis Henderson on October 6, 1923, in Purdy. She was preceded in death by two brothers and four sisters. Monett Times
Dec. 17, 1999
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HENDERSON, Opal Dora (SHEPHERD) June 5, 1907 Nov. 18, 1993 SSW: Clyde - Research Note: Daughter of Finis Edward Shepherd and Effie Adeline McCracken. Note
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HENDERSON, Otis Wilmer Feb. 17, 1902
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 7, 2000
Lacoba Nursing Home,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: J. Norine - Inscription: "Wed Oct. 6, 1923" - Research Note: He was the son of Joseph and Mattie (Robinson/Robberson) Henderson. He was a lifetime resident of Purdy. He was a retired farmer in the Purdy and Wheaton areas. He was a member of Gunter Methodist Church where he designed and led the construction of the original portion of the present building. He was a life time resident of Purdy. He married Norine McIntosh on October 6, 1923, and she preceded him in death December 15, 1999. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lola and Louise; and two brothers, Clyde and Erval. Monett Times
Apr. 7, 2000
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HENDERSON, Richard Earl July 21, 1936
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
June 17, 2008
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Eileen Judy - Inscription: "Married May 31, 1958" - Research Note: Son of Earl and Nota (Mizer) Henderson. Survived by his wife, one daughter and one son. - Back of Stone Barry Co. Advertiser
June 25, 2008
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HENDERSON, Thomas Evan Oct. 27, 1916
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 22, 2006
St. John's Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Marguerite V. - Thomas Evan Henderson, age 89, of Purdy, died March 22, 2006, in St. John's Hospital-Cassville. He was born November 27, 1916, in Purdy, MO, and was a son of Joseph and Mattie (Robinson) Henderson. He married Marguerite Davidson on November 11, 1948, in Lordsburg, New Mexico, and she preceded him in death April 2, 1981. Stone reads that he was born in Oct. and not November as the obit reads. He first married Opal Lucille Nickols, divorced in 1946. - Another Photo Mar. 23, 2006
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HENDERSON, Ulah M. Sept. 6, 1896 July 18, 1983 SSW: Alfred Photo
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HENDERSON, William Eugene "Billy Gene" Sept. 7, 1926
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Oct. 21, 1926
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: His death certificate names Elzy Henderson, born MO as his father and (Florence) Wormington, born MO, as his mother. The cause of death is given as facial erysipelas. He was listed as 1 month and 12 days old, which would probably indicate that the 9th is the correct date. The date on the certificate reads Sept. 9, 1926, and not the 7th as the stone reads. It also has his name as Billy Gene. Dr. Northcutt, Purdy, MO was the informant. Death Certificate
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HENSON, James William Sept. 25, 1857
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 30, 1939
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Lula - Research Note: His death certificate reads that Samuel Henson and Drucila Perryman were his parents names. He was a farmer and was age 82 yrs., 3 months and 6 days old. The cause of death was chronic myocarditis. Mrs. Lula Henson, Butterfield, MO, was the informant. - He first married Mary Malvinia Gibson on Nov. 9, 1876 in Barry Co., MO. She died in 1893. He second married, at age 36, Martha M. F. L. (Martha Matilda Frances Lucinda) Eubanks, age 17, on Apr. 15, 1894 in Barry Co., MO. Her father, J. J. Eubanks gave consent. Death Certificate
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HENSON, Lula (Eubanks) (TURPIN) May 5, 1877
AR
Dec. 21, 1965
OK
SSW: William - Research Note: Daughter of James J. and Sophronia Ann (Counts) Eubanks. She second married Albert J. Turpin. - Another Photo Census
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HENSON, Melvin, Rev. Nov. 18, 1880
Jenkins,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 1, 1968
Barry Co. Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Ollie F. - Research Note: Dates are not readable. Son of Samuel B. Henson and Drucilla Periman. Melvin Henson, age 17, first married Lillie M. Daugherty, age 21, on July 18, 1897 in Barry Co., MO. She died in 1903 and is buried at Washburn Prairie Cemetery. He second married Ollie Frances Smith on Sept. 14, 1904 in Barry Co., MO. Nina Henson was his deceased wife at the time of his death. Usual residence was Wheaton, MO. Paul Henson of Pierce City, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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HENSON, Ollie Frances (SMITH) July 8, 1886
MO
Nov. 3, 1932
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Rev. Melvin - Research Note: Her death certificate names James Smith, born TN, as her father, and listed her mother born in TN. The cause of death was listed a sudden death, presumably heart failure. Both Bright's Disease and dropsy were listed as a contributory cause. Melvin Henson was given as her husband's name. Melvin Henson, Purdy, MO was the informant. She was listed in the obit of Jemima Smith as her daughter. Her father was James Smith. Death Certificate
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HILBURN, Infant June 7, 1914
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
June 8, 1914
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of Samuel A. Hilburn, born Sharp Co., AR, and Eugenia Lee, born Cornwall, ID. She was born premature according to her death certificate. Death Certificate
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HILTON, Jimmie Lee Apr. 27, 1934 Sept. 12, 1959 Inscription: "1st Lt 12 AVIATION CO" - Research Note: Son of Ulus R. Hilton and Naomi Harris. Note
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HILTON, Naomi (HARRIS) Mar. 30, 1916
Butterfield,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 8, 2000
Lacoba Nursing Home
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Ulus R. - Research Note: She was the daughter of Tom and Isabell (McIntosh) Harris. She was retired from the Monett Manufacturing garment factory and was a member of Southside Baptist Church in Aurora. She married Ulus Hilton on April 21, 1932, in Butterfield, and he preceded her in death March 31, 1986. She was preceded in death by one son, Jimmy Hilton; one brother, Kenneth Harris; and one sister, Hazel Barett. Monett Times
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HILTON, Ulus R. Apr. 23, 1906 Mar. 31, 1986 SSW: Naomi M. - Inscription: "Married Apr. 21, 1932" Photo
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HOFFMAN, James Mark Sept. 11, 1965
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
May 20, 1977
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Inscription: "We Loved You Jim But Jesus Loved You More" - Research Note: Son of Stanley and Shirley (Hemphill) Hoffman. Bonnie Hemphill Long
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HOFFMAN, Shirley Janice (HEMPHILL) Jan. 14, 1940
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 18, 2010
Benchmark Healthcare,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was a daughter of Floyd and Chlora (Burg) Hemphill. She was united in marriage to Stanley Hoffman October 30, 1964 in Purdy, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, along with one son, James Hoffman; four brothers: Bill, Ted, Joe and Bob Hemphill and one sister: Betty Hemphill. Bennett-Wormington
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HOFFMAN, Stanley Mark Jan. 5, 1939
Overbrook, KS
July 12, 2017
At Home, Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Delbert (D. J.) and Bertha (Eno) Hoffman. He was united in marriage on October 30, 1964 in Purdy, Missouri to Shirley Janice Hemphill; she preceded him in death on August 18, 2010. He was a retired machinist, a veteran of the United States Army, member of the Arnhart Baptist Church in Purdy, Missouri as well as a member of the 7 Valley Breakers. He was preceded in death by both of his parents: D.J. and Bertha; his loving wife Shirley; one son: James Hoffman in 1977; one sister Dorothy Chadd, and one grandson: Bobby. Bennett-Wormington
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HOLDER, Davis Abt. 1805
SC
Abt. 1885
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: M. E. - Inscription: "Father of T. C. Farrar" - Research Note: There are no dates on the stone. Birth year from the census records. Not certain on the death date. Son of Solomon Holder and Sarah Mitchell. He second married Mrs. Eliza Emily Alexander on Mar. 20, 1844 in Green Co., MO. T. C. Farrar was his daughter. MO Marriage Records
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HOLDER, Mae? Emily Elizabeth (ALEXANDER) Abt. 1816
NC
Abt. 1882
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Davis - Inscription: "Mother of T. C. Farrar" - Research Note: Mrs. Eliza Emily Alexander married Davis Holder on Mar. 20, 1844 in Greene Co., MO. There are no dates on the stones. Dates are approximate. Emily's age varies with the census. - 1850 Census Cass, Greene Co., MO - Davis Holder 45; Emily E. Holder 27; Benjn. Holder 18; Lucy E. Holder 16; Mary E. Holder 12; Amanda C. Holder; 11 Margarette A. Holder; 5 Sarah L. Holder; 2 John Looney 21. - 1880 Census, Mcdonald, Barry, Missouri - Davis Holder 75; Emily E. Holder 64; Telitha C. Holder 28; Mines E. F. Holder 17; Emily P. Holder 15; Davis Holder 11. MO Marriage Records
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HOLSTLAW, John W. June 23, 1833
IL
Nov. 25, 1881
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Son of Enoch D. Holstlaw and Jahoda Jolliff. First married Susannah McClelland on Mar. 31 1851 in Marion Co., IL. Second, Parthena E. (Beams) Wilcox. - Another Photo IL Marriage Records
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HOLSTLAW, Parthena E. (BEAMS) (WILCOX) Jan. 27, 1837 Nov. 12, 1878 Research Note: First married James Wilcox on Apr. 1, 1856 in Menard Co. IL. Second, John Holstlaw in Mason Co., IL. Daughter of Fielding Beams and Patsy Cook. Census
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HON, Don Eugene Aug. 27, 1946
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Nov. 22, 1946
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Gary Dale - Research Note: His death certificate reads that the cause of death was bronchial pneumonia and that he had been sick for four days. His father was given as William Hon and his mother as Viva Moore, born MO. William Hon, Purdy, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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HON, Gary Dale Oct. 16, 1950
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Apr. 11, 1951
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Don Eugene - Research Note: His death certificate gives his death as April 1, 1951 and not the 11th as the stone reads. He had been a resident of Purdy for 6 months. His father was Bill Hon and his mother Viva Moore. The cause of death was bronchial pneumonia. He had been sick 3 days. Mrs. Viva Hon, Purdy, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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HORNBERGER, Hazel Virginia (McCRACKEN) Oct. 4, 1938 May 4, 1977 No Data Photo
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HORNER, Charles Alva Mar. 17, 1869
Johnson Co., IL
June 2, 1940
West Hosp.,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Hettie M. - Research Note: Row 12 - South Side - Donna's Note: His death certificate reads that he was a railroad hostler, widowed, and that he was retired. His father was given as Hiram Horner, born IL and his mother as Sarah McGown, born MO. The cause of death was given as a cerebral hemorrhage. Boyd Horner, 903 4th St., Monett, MO, was the informant. - Another Photo - Another Photo Death Certificate
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HORNER, Hettie May (OWENS) Oct. 13, 1885
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 14, 1922
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Charles A. - Research Note: Row 12 - South Side - Donna's Note: The first transcription only had part of the dates. Her death certificate names Steve Owens, born Barry Co., MO, as her father and Caroline Badget, born Barry Co., MO as her mother. Her husband was listed as Charles Horner. Her name was spelled Hetty on the certificate and not Hettie as the stone has it. The cause of death was Bright's Disease. Charles Horner, Monett, MO, was the informant. - Another Photo - Another Photo Headstone
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HORNER, Mabel Lodina Oct. 16, 1921
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 12, 1922
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Her death certificate reads that Charles Horner, born Johnson Co., IL, as her father and Hetty May Owens, born Barry Co., MO, as her mother. She was 9 mos. and 28 days old. Her death certificate has Mabel spelled Mable. The cause of death was listed as dysentery. Charles Horner, Monett, MO, was the informant. - Another Photo Death Certificate
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HORNER, Wilbur Edward July 26, 1918
Barry Co., MO
June 14, 1942
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: His death certificate names Lois Dean Horner as his wife and Charles A. Horner, born IL, as his father and Hetty Owens, born Barry Co., MO, as his mother. He was a Frisco switchman. He was injured by a railroad locomotive, stuck and skull crushed. Boyd Horner, 213 1/2 4th St., Monett, MO, was the informant. - Another Photo Death Certificate
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HUGHEY, Clarice June (STEWART) June 1, 1926
MO
July 27, 2002
Lees Summit,
Jackson Co., MO
SSW: Ralph Eugene - Research Note: Daughter of John Henry Stewart and Goldie Mae Crossland. - Back of stone Census
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HUGHEY, Ralph Eugene July 29, 1924 Jan. 18, 1996 SSW: Clarice June - Research Note: In the 1830 and 1840 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri, Ralph, age 5 and 16, is living with his grandparents, Granville A. Terry and Annie Crabb, both buried at Arnhart Cemetery. Annie's name is given on her entry as Mary Ann Pennell with no research note for verification. MO Marriage Records give her name as Annie Crabb. - Back of stone - Military Stone - Inscription: "US NAVY WORLD WAR II" Census
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HUGHEY, Ralph, Jr. July 22, 1955 July 22, 1955 Research Note: Son of Ralph Eugene Hughey Sr. and Clarice June Stewart. Note
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HULL, Bernice Irene (MASON) Mar. 19, 1914
Kansas City,
Jackson Co., MO
Dec. 4, 1941
Verona,
Spring River Twp.,
Lawrence Co., MO
Research Note: Her death certificate reads that she was married to Glen Hull and that she was a housewife. Her father was Arthur E. Mason, born Weeping Water, NE and her mother Grace B. Ramsey, born in Cook, NE. Her usual address was Purdy, MO. The cause of death was listed as peritonitis from ruptured uterus and fallopian tube. Five previous miscarriages. Laporotomy surgery was done. The informant was Mrs. Arthur Mason. Death Certificate
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HULL, Cynthia Arizona (ROGERS) (OWENS) (HENDERSON) Nov. 7, 1900 Sept. 15, 1976 Research Note: She is buried next to J. Glen Hull, her third husband. Daughter of Sampson Walter Josephus Rogers and Caldonia Jane Riddle. She first married and divorced Johnnie Gladys Owens. She second married Siegle Henderson who was much older. After his death, she married John Glen Hall. Census
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HULL, John Glen 1907
NE
1977
MO
Research Note: He is buried next to Bernice Irene, his first wife, and Cynthia Arizona Rogers, his second wife. Son of William Elmer Hull and Inez Ella Conner. Census
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HULL, Marion Cecil Feb. 19, 1909
KS
Apr. 2 1986
MO
SSW: Vivian Grace - Research Note: Son of William Elmer Hull and Inez Ella Conner. Census
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HULL, Vivian Grace (PATTON) Oct. 18, 1908
Douglas, NE
Sept. 19, 2009
Noel,
McDonald Co., MO
SSW: Marion Cecil - Research Note: She was one of seven children of Lyman Milo and Nettie (Goodman) Patton. On October 31, 1928, in Douglas, Nebraska, she was united in marriage to Marion Cecil Hull who preceded her in death on April 2, 1986, after almost fifty-eight years of marriage. In 1981, they moved to Purdy, Missouri, where they farmed until his death in 1986. Vivian then moved to Wheaton, Missouri, where she retired. In 2001, she moved to Noel to live with her son and his wife. Fohn Funeral Home
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INGLE, Bradley E. May 4, 1999
St. John's Hosp.,
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
May 5, 1999
St. John's Hosp.,
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Marla E. - Research Note: The stone reads that he died May 5, 1999, but the obit that Diana posted had May 4th, but the stone reads May 5th. The obit. reads: Bradley Ingle, son of Marla Glaser and Ronnie Ingle, was stillborn at 6:28 p.m. May 4. He and his mother were in an auto accident and she died as well. Monett Times
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INGLE, Marla (GLASER) Sept. 23, 1962 May 5, 1999
St. John's Hosp.,
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Research Note: Marla Glaser Ingle, 36, of Sarcoxie, formerly of Purdy, died yesterday, May 5, at St. John's Regional Medical Center in Joplin following injuries in an automobile accident. She was born September 23, 1962, in Springfield, and was a daughter of Lawrence and Lizzie (Mayfield) Glaser. She was a registered nurse at St. John's Regional Medical Center and a member of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Monett. She married Ronnie Ingle on January 2, 1995, in Miami, OK. Monett Times
May 6, 1999
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INGLE, Steffany Kay Apr. 2, 1998
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Mar. 6, 2020
MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of Ronnie Ingle and the late Marla (Glaser) Ingle. She was employed at Solar Bug and a member of the Butterfield Baptist Church. Steffany is survived by her paternal grandparents who raised her: Robert and Fredalene Ingle of Monett; and her father: Ronnie Ingle. She was preceded in death by her mother, two brothers: Bradley and Andrew Ingle and maternal grandparents: Lawrence and Lizzie Glaser. Bennett-Wormington
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INMAN, Arlie Goldman Dec. 24, 1903 Oct. 6, 1998 SSW: Ocie Elizabeth - Inscription: Married Dec. 24, 1927" - Research Note: Son of Isaac Cooper Inman and Miranda Jane Marbut. Census
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INMAN, Ocie Elizabeth (ROLLER) May 8, 1904 Apr. 12, 1968
At Home, Mt. Vernon,
Lawrence Co., MO
SSW: Arlie Goldman - Inscription: Married Dec. 24, 1927" - Research Note: Daughter of James Roller and Mary Jane Bayless. Her husband was Arlie and he was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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JACKSON, Curtis Arthur Jan. 16, 1915
IL
Dec. 26, 1998
MO
Inscription "Precious Husband - With all the precious memories you left us and all the loving care you gave us you will always be in our hearts - We love you, Jo, Children and Sister Patsy." - Research Note: Son of Carl S. Jackson and Emma Rose. His wife was Josephine Mary Sousa. - Another Photo Census
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JACKSON, Darlene 1939 1939 SSW: Eula Elizabeth - Inscription: "Baby Darlene - 4 Months" - Research Note: Daughter of Harvey Jackson and Eula Elizabeth Amos. Note
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JACKSON, Eula Elizabeth (AMOS) June 20, 1903
Stone Co., MO
Apr. 21, 1939
Webb City,
Jasper Co., MO
SSW: Darlene - Inscription: "Baby Darlene - 4 Months" - Research Note: Callaway Funeral Home records read that Sam Amos, born Greene Co., MO, was her father and Addie Walker, born Barry Co., MO, as her mother. The cause of death was given as lobar pneumonia. She is buried next to Addie and Sam Amos. Wife of Harvey Jackson.- Another Photo Callaway Funeral Home
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JACKSON, Infant No Date Dec. 21, 1913 Research Note: January 8, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Arnhart News: George Jackson's little babe was laid to rest in the Arnhart Cemetery, Dec. 21, 1913, and Mrs. Lena Jackson, wife of George Jackson, died Saturday morning, Dec. 27, 1913. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. O. Phetteplace of Smith Center, Kansas. Online Newspapers
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JACKSON, Josephine Mary (SOUSA) Jan. 6, 1928
Rochester, NY
Oct. 2016
Lacoba Homes,
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late John Sousa and Albina (Volta) Sousa. For most of her adult life, Josephine was a homemaker, making a wonderful and loving home for her husband and children. On December 18, 1962, Josephine and Curtis A. Jackson were united in marriage in Santa Anna, CA. He preceded her in death on December 26, 1998. She was also preceded in death by three sons, Frank, Eugene and Walter Lands; and ten brothers and sisters. Buchanan Funeral Home
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JACKSON, Lena (PHETTEPLACE) No Date Dec. 27, 1913 Research Note: January 8, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Arnhart News: George Jackson's little babe was laid to rest in the Arnhart Cemetery, Dec. 21, 1913, and Mrs. Lena Jackson, wife of George Jackson, died Saturday morning, Dec. 27, 1913. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. O. Phetteplace of Smith Center, Kansas. Online Newspapers
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JACOBS, Effie Ann (TERRY) (CHENOWETH) 1892 1948 Research Note: Row 11 - South Side - Donna's Note: Stone reads Effie Chenoweth Jacobs. Keith posted her name as Effie (Terry) Jacobs. - Phyllis' Note: Daughter of Morgan Terry and Mary Ellen Thomas. Effie Terry, age 21, married William Guy Chenoweth, age 22, on June 13, 1914 in Barry Co., MO. William died in 1976 in TX. Effie must have divorced him and married Mr. Jacobs. - Another Photo Headstone
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KACKLEY, Carole Ann Aug. 5, 1947 Sept. 21, 1992 Inscription: "Wife" Photo
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KACKLEY, Mary Jane (GARDNER)(PHILIPS) Jan. 31, 1902 Sept. 25, 1985 SSW: Otis E. - Research Note: Mary Jane Kackley, age 70, second married Ernest Anderson Phillips, age 71 on Sept. 9, 1972 in Purdy, Barry Co., MO. MO Marriage Records
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KACKLEY, Maxine (STUBBS) July 25, 1928 Jan. 4, 1996 Inscription: "A Loving Mother" - Research Note: Daughter of Elmer J. Stubbs and Lulu Gates, both buried at Arnhart Cemetery. Wife of Roland Kackley. Census
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KACKLEY, Otis Ethol "Pete" Oct. 14, 1901
Newark, AR
Jan. 11, 1966
St. John's Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
SSW: Mary J. - Research Note: Son of John Franklin Kackley and Susan McKay. His wife was Mary and she was the informant on the death certificate. Usual residence was Purdy, MO. Death Certificate
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KACKLEY, Randy Jan. 5, 1957 June 17, 1974 Inscription: "In Dying We are Born to Eternal Life" - Research Note: Probably the son of Roland and Maxine Kackley. Note
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KACKLEY, Roland L. Dec. 5, 1925 July 4, 1965 Inscription: "MISSOURI S2 USNR WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: Son of Otis Kackley and Mary Jane Gardner. Husband of Maxine Stubbs. Census
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KECKLER, John Rollin, Sr. Oct. 22, 1913
Altoona,
Blair Co., PA
Oct. 3, 1992
Sarcoxie,
Jasper Co., MO
Inscription: "F 2 US NAVY WORLD WAR II" - Research Note: John Rollin Keckler married Wilma Imogene Dorsey on Aug. 26, 1946 in Cocke Co., TN. His second wife. During WW II, he was on the ship LCT Flotilla 20, U. S. Navy. Son of James Franklin Keckler and Bertha Mae Grant. - Another Photo TN State Marriages
WW II Muster Rolls
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KECKLER, Wilma Imogene (DORSEY) Nov. 8, 1928
Cosby,
Cocke Co., TN
Aug. 21, 2007
At Home, Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Temporary Marker - Research Note: She was the daughter of Bruce and Virgie (Gunter) Dorsey. She had lived in MO since the 1970's. She was preceded in death by her husband John Keckler, her sisters, Frances Settlemyre, Pauline Smith, Rena Arp, and Gladys Darter, her brother Edward Dorsey, and her granddaughter Lindy Hall. - Another Photo Monett Times
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KELLY , Donald "Leon" Sept. 19, 1942
Wheaton,
Barry Co., MO
April 12, 2011
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of Pierce and Marylen (Forsyth) Kelly. Then raised by Rubin and Marylen (Forsyth) Summers. He united in marriage to Joyce Terry on December 3, 1964. Leon was a retired truck driver and enjoyed drag racing. In January 2011 he was inducted to the Drag Racing Hall of Fame. Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home
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KELLY, Joyce Elaine (TERRY) Sept. 24, 1947
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Jan. 31, 2016
Cox South Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: She was the daughter of the late Norman and Lola (Henson) Terry. She was united in marriage on December 3, 1964 in Miami, Oklahoma to Leon Kelly; he preceded her in death on April 12, 2011. She was a home health care provider, member of the Arnhart Baptist Church near Purdy, and enjoyed drag racing and attending classic car shows. Bennett-Wormington
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KENNEDY, Curtis Ray June 21, 1903 Jan. 24, 1982 SSW: Marie Farmer - Research Note: Son of Curtis Columbus Kennedy and Bertha H. Clements. - Military Stone - Inscription: "PVT US ARMY"Another Military Photo Census
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KENNEDY, Georgia Marie (FARMER) Aug. 12, 1908 Feb. 3, 1995 SSW: Curtis Ray - Research Note: Daughter of William Gustavus Farmer and Maggie Sally Widener. According to her mother's obit, Marie and Ray were living in Hazelton, ID in 1966. Census
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KING, Alice Nancy (JEFFERSON) (AMOS) June 12, 1871
TN
Nov. 25, 1936 Research Note: Row 9 - North Side - Daughter of Isaac and Martha Jefferson. She first married Franklin S. Amos on Jan. 12, 1890 in Barry Co., MO. Second married James Marion King. Widowed again by 1930 and living with her son. - 1930 Census, McDonald, Barry, Missouri - Hobart Amos, head, single, age 34, born MO; Alice, mother, age 59, widowed, born TN. - Another Photo Headstone
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KNIGHT, Max Edward Dec. 3, 1953
Gainesville, MO
Nov. 23, 2019
Aurora Nursing Center,
Aurora,
Lawrence Co., MO
Research Note: He was the son of the late Moses Edward Knight and Hildred Irene (Wallace) Knight. He graduated from Cassville High School with the Class of 1971. He was a member of Arnhart Baptist Church in Purdy. On August 23, 1974, at Macedonia Freewill Baptist Church, Max Knight and Janie Morlan were united in marriage. To this union, two children were born. He was a generous provider, earning his living by operating M.E. Knight Trucking. "Buzzard" made friends quickly with anyone who was willing to listen or laugh in the right spots. Everyone was accepted into his crew and supplied with a proper handle. Buchanan Funeral Home
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LAIDLAW, Beatrice Oct. 13, 1902 Oct. 17, 1902 Research Note: She is buried near John and Elizabeth Laidlaw, her grandparents. Daughter of Thomas Richard Laidlaw Sr. and Ella Myrtle Wrinkle. Note
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LAIDLAW, Edith Jan. 2, 1887 Mar. 2, 1888 Research Note: She is buried next to John and Elizabeth Laidlaw. Note
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LAIDLAW, Elizabeth (NOBLITT) Oct 2, 1847
Ray Co., MO
Sept. 26, 1895
MO
SSW: John - Inscription: "Born in Ray County, Missouri" - Research Note: Daughter of Gallatin Wayne Noblett and Louianna Jane Davis. - Another Stone Census
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LAIDLAW, John Nov. 27, 1828
Roxburghshire, Scotland
Apr. 13, 1906 SSW: Elizabeth Noblitt - Inscription: "Born in Roxburghshire, Scotland" - Research Note: Son of Thomas William Laidlaw and Agnes Oliver. John arrived in NY, NY on Aug. 23, 1850 on the ship Harmonia at age 23. Port of Departure was Glasgow, Scotland. - Another Stone Immigration Records
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LAMP, Adam Apr. 25, 1880
Seligman,
Barry Co., MO
Feb. 20, 1949
State Hosp. # 2,
Nevada,
Vernon Co., MO
SSW: Ruth Ann - Research Note: His death certificate reads that he was a farmer and that his father was Peter Lamp. His mother was given as Maggie King. The cause of death was arteriosclerosis heart disease. Ruth Lamp was the informant. - Son of Peter Lamp and Margaret Elizabeth King. Death Certificate
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LAMP, Earl Efton Sept. 24, 1911
Barry Co., MO
Aug. 15, 1915
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: His death certificate reads that Peter Lamp, born Barry Co., MO, was his father and Ruth Ann Crouch, born Barry Co., MO, was his mother. His death was caused from an accident, wagon ran over him. Adam Lamp, Monett, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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LAMP, Infant Feb. 25, 1906 Feb. 25, 1906 Inscription: "Our Darling - Son of A. L. and R. A. Lamp - Baby" Photo
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LAMP, Infant Apr. 16, 1907 Apr. 16, 1907 Inscription: "Our Darling - Dau. of A. L. and R. A. Lamp - Baby" Photo
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LAMP, Pearl Apr. 29, 1910
Barry Co., MO
Dec. 8, 1928
Pleasant Ridge Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Her death certificate reads that Peter Lamp, born Seligman, MO, was her father and Ruth Crouch, born Barry Co., MO, was her mother. She died at home. The cause of her death was diabetes mellitus. Adam Lamp, Monett, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
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LAMP, Ruth Ann (CROUCH) Feb. 24, 1885
Rural Verona,
Barry Co., MO
July 14, 1962
At Home, Rural Verona,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Adam - Research Note: Daughter of Augustus Cyrus "Si" Crouch and Martha E. Armes. She was found dead at home. Natural causes. Glen Lamp of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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LANDAU, Ada Elnora (LAMP) May 3, 1919
MO
Feb. 17, 1971
Barry Co. Hosp.,
Cassville,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Daughter of Adam Lamp and Ruth Ann Crouch. She was divorced, a nurses aid, and a lived at 14th and Presley Drive, Cassville, Barry Co., MO. Lois Lechner of Cassville, MO was the informant. Death Certificate
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LANDRETH, Dick Jul. 21, 1945
Joplin,
Jasper Co., MO
Aug. 16, 2009
St John's Hosp.,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: He was a Purdy, Barry Co., MO resident and a son of the late Joe and Douglas (Adams) Landreth. Dick married Virginia Brafford January 29, 1965, in Monett, MO. He was survived by his wife and two sons. Barry Co. Advertiser
Aug. 19, 2009
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LANDS, Eugene Clarence Nov. 14, 1951 July 30, 1988 Inscription: "I Love You" - Research Note: Eugene C. Lands, age 16, first married Fay N. Smith, age 17, on Oct. 22, 1968 in Jefferson Co., TX. Eugene Clarence Lands, age 33, married Brenda Gail Daugherty, age 19, on Nov. 21, 1985 in Monett, Lawrence Co., MO. - Another Photo MO Marriage Records
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LANDS, Walter Thomas Nov. 2, 1959 Nov. 16, 1988 Inscription: "In Memory of Our Beloved Son" - Another Photo Photos
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LANE, America Jane (OVERSTREET) May 21, 1830
KY
Jan. 28, 1894
MO
Inscription: "Wife of Rev. D. A. Lane" - Research Note: Daughter of John Harris Overstreet and Elizabeth Ida Betsey Davis. Note
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LANE, Daniel Alfred July 6, 1829
KY
May 11, 1900
MO
Inscription: "Corpl Co F. 98 ILL. Inf." - Research Note: Son of Elias Lane and Rachel Dobbs. His first wife was America Jane Overstreet. At age 64, he married Lucy E. Bullock, age 17 on May 23, 1895. - Cassville Republican, May 17, 1900 - Forest Grove News: J. W. Ennes was called to Purdy Saturday to attend the funeral of Rev. D. A. Lane. Online Newspapers
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LANEY, Timothy Alan No Date Oct. 18, 1967 Inscription: "Our Son" Photo
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LARKIN, Harry Claude Sept. 9, 1883
Barry Co., MO
Mar. 13, 1953
Hosp., 304 S. Kimbrough,
Springfield,
Greene Co., MO
Research Note: According to his death certificate he was a son of Joe Larkin and Mary Lane. He was divorced and had been married 3 times. Fannie Larkin was given as his wife's name. Tim Larkin, Seligman, MO, was the informant. - Harry Larkin married Fannie Turner on Dec. 3, 1904 in Springfield, Greene Co., MO. He was divorced from Fannie by the 1930 census. Still listed as divorced in the 1940 census. Death Certificate
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LAWRENCE, Eric C. Feb. 3, 1961
Canton,
Stark Co., OH
Aug. 14, 1995
MO
Inscription: "US AIR FORCE" - Research Note: Ohio birth index gives the same date, born Canton, Stark Co., MO. Additional information has "Wogan", maybe his mother's maiden name. SSDI gives his last residence as Kansas City, Jackson Co., MO. - Another Photo OH Birth Index
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LEE, James Paul July 6, 1966 Nov. 21, 1997 Inscription: "In Loving Memory Of Our Brother" Photo
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LEMASTER, Jessie Ann 1878 1890 Research Note: Daughter of Eleazer Lemaster and Sarah Temazine Alderson. Census
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LINN, Freddie June 6, 1890 Dec. 21, 1890 Inscription: "Son of J. G. and S. E. Linn" - Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Gives his mother as Sara Ellen Springer. - Son of Joseph "Joel" Grant Linn and Sara Ellen Allred. Sara second married Andrew J. Springer. MO Marriage Records
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LINN, H. Earl Apr. 8, 1888 Aug. 29, 1889 Inscription: "Son of J. G. and S. E. Linn" - Research Note: Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Son of Joseph "Joel" Grant Linn and Sara Ellen Allred. Note
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LINN, Hugh Columbus Apr. 27, 1857
MO
July 3, 1923
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Son of William Linn born Scotland and Margaret Walters. His wife was Sarah Adeliza Provence. Oliver Linn of Purdy, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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LINN, Margaret E. (WALTERS) July 10, 1824
Springfield,
Sangamon Co., IL
Oct. 20, 1912
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: This data on Margaret Linn is from her Civil War pension file #505951. This was the file for her husband, William Linn, until his death in 1900. Married William Linn on 12 June 1847 (Illinois Marriages, 1790-1860) in Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinios and by the 1850 Fed. census had migrated to Dist 5, Barry Co., Missouri. - Donna's Note: October 31, 1912, Thursday, Cassville Republican Arnhart News: Grandma Linn was laid to rest in the Arnhart cemetery Oct 21. Her funeral was preached by Rev. Marion Smith. The many friends and relatives have our sympathy. She was 87 years of age and had been a member of the Baptist Church for many years. Phyllis' Note: Her death certificate is indexed as Lynn on the MO Archives web site. Her death certificate has birth place as IA. Father's name was Walters and mother born IA, and no name is given for her. Martha Smith of Purdy, MO was the informant. - Daughter of John and Lucinda Walters. Note
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LINN, Sarah Adeliza (PROVENCE) Nov. 15, 1854
TN
Aug. 6 1943
Monett,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Widowed twice. Husband when she died was Hugh Linn. Daughter of Oliver P. Provence born England and Lillie Wood born TN. Mrs. Walter Campbell of Monett, MO was the informant on the death certificate. Death Certificate
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LINN, Solrenton Abt. 1895 1891 Research Note: Inscription: "Son of H. and S. A. Linn" - Photo of stone at findagrave.com. Died at 6 months and 6 days old. Note
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LINN, William July 12, 1827
Bath Co., KY
Mar. 2, 1900
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: This data from William Linn's Civil War pension and service file. He was in Co. L, 15th MO Calvary. Son of William Linn and Sarah (Mays) (Linn) Nance. His wife was Margaret E. Walters. - This William Linn has left more tracks as he has a Civil War service and pension file (Civil War Pension #505951). His service file notes his birthday as 12 July 1827 in Bath County, Kentucky. In his application for a pension, William wrote that he married Margaret E. Walters near Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois on 10 June 1847. William enlisted on 1 November 1863 at Cassville, Missouri for 20 months in Company L, 15th Missouri Calvary. His enrollment card noted that he was 37 years old, had blue eyes, dark hair and was 6 feet and 1/2 inches tall. William is listed on the 1890 Special Census of Barry County, Missouri - Union Veterans and Widows, as William Linn and he participated in the Veteran's Reunion and parade in Barry County in 1895. Note
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LIPE, Francis Emily (LINN) Apr. 4, 1853
MO
July 11, 1902
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: In 1880 she was listed in Barry Co., MO, with her husband Joseph, along with child William. Living next door was William and Mahala Lipe. Daughter of William Linn and Margaret Walters. - Another Photo Note
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LIPE, Joseph June 1850
Perry Co., IL
July 31, 1917
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: August 4, 1917, Cassville Democrat - Joseph Lipes Dead - Another old and respected citizen passed away at his home east of Purdy, Tuesday, in the person of Joseph Lipes. He was reared in Barry County. Interment was made in Arnhart, Thursday after funeral services. He left a wife, several relatives and friends. - Son of William and Mahala Lipe. He first married Frances Emma Linn on May 11, 1873 in Barry Co., MO. Second married at age 51, Lou Shipman, age 36, on June 7, 1903 in Barry Co., MO. Online Newspapers
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LIPE, Lou (SHIPMAN) Nov. 9, 1863
Oregon Co., MO
Aug. 10, 1932
McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Joe Lipe is listed as her husband's name on her death certificate and she was listed as a widow. Cancer of the stomach is listed as her cause of death. Her parents were unknown to the informant. Charley Shipman, Purdy, MO, was the informant. Shipman probably a married name. - Another Photo Death Certificate
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LIPE, Mahaly Dec. 11, 1826
IL
Feb. 7, 1886
MO
Inscription: "Wife of Wm. Lipe" - Research Note: Mahala Lipe married William Lipe on Mar. 30, 1847 in Perry Co., IL. IL Marriage Records
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LIPE, William June 12, 1818
IL
Jan. 12, 1912
Rural McDowell,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: January 25, 1912, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Old Settler Died: Wm. Lipe, grandfather of W. H. Lipe, of this city, died at an early hour, Wednesday morning at the home of his grandson, Geo. Lipe, near McDowell, at the age of 92 years. He had lived for several years with W. H. Lipe in this city. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon and interment was made in the Arnhart Cemetery. He had lived in Barry County since 1869, and has one son living, Joseph Lipe, who resides east of Purdy. Phyllis' Note: On the MO Archives web site his death certificate is indexed as Lype. He was widowed and a retired farmer and a son of John Lype, born NC, and mother's maiden name unknown. George Lype of Purdy, MO, was the informant. Online Newspapers
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Death Certificate
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LOWERY, Eva M. May 8, 1906 Nov. 8, 1993 SSW: Frank G. Photo
Jay Trace
LOWERY, Frank G. July 11, 1899 Nov. 17, 1984 SSW: Eva M. - Research Note: Son of George W. and Josephine M. Lowery. Note
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Photo
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LOWERY, George W. Jan. 20, 1875
MO
Mar. 11, 1950
Rural McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: Josephine M. - Research Note: His death certificate reads that Henderson Lowery was his father and Amanda Elizabeth Edwards was his mother. His wife was given as Helen Lowery. Mrs. Helen Lowery, Purdy, MO, was the informant. Death Certificate
Donna Cooper
Photo
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LOWERY, George Wesley No Date Feb. 23, 1931 No Data Photo
Jay Trace
LOWERY, Josephine Mary (MCPHAIL) June 4, 1877
TN
Nov. 28, 1939
McDonald Twp.,
Barry Co., MO
SSW: George W. - Research Note: Her death certificate reads that her name was Mary Josephine Lowry and not Josephine Mary Lowery as her stone reads. Her father was given as Daniel McPhail, born TN and her mother Ellen Dixon, born TN. George Lowery, Purdy, MO was the informant. - George W. Lowery, age 21, married Josie McPhail, age 19, on Sept. 6, 1896 in Barry Co., MO. Death Certificate
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MO Marriage Records
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Photo
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LOWERY, Pauline July 17, 1914 July 4, 1916 Research Note: July 13, 1916, Thursday, Cassville Republican - East Purdy News: Pauline, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Lowery, died at her home here July the 4th. She was 2 years old. She was buried in the Arnhart Cemetery, July the 5th. The relatives have our heartfelt sympathy. Cassville Republican
Donna Cooper
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LUNEY, Shirley Maxine July 12, 1934
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
July 13, 1934
Purdy,
Barry Co., MO
Research Note: Her death certificate is indexed on the SOS web site as Lunly and not Luney as spelled on the stone and the death certificate. It reads that she was less than 12 hours old. Her father was given as Floyd Luney, born Barry Co., MO and her mother as Elma Padgett, born Barry Co., MO. Floyd Luney was the informant. Jay's Note: Cause of death listed as "imperfect development." Father listed as Frank Luney of Barry Co., MO. Mother listed as Elma Padgett of Barry Co., MO. Last name "Lunly" in death certificate file. Death Certificate
Donna Cooper
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LUNT, Vernon Damer Mar. 14, 1938
NY
Mar. 17, 1993
Almeda Co., CA
Inscription: "In Loving Memory" - Research Note: Mother's maiden name was Church. Son of Vernon Lunt Sr. and Vida Church. - Vernon D. Lunt, age 22, married Lona M. Little age 20, on June 12, 1960 in Monterey Co., CA. Vernon Damer Lunt married Linda Jane Simerly, both of CA, on June 18, 1983 in Zephyr Cove, NV. - 1940 Census, New York, New York, New York - Vernon Lunt, head, age 38, born NY, cook at Memorial Hosp.; Vida, wife, age 33, born NY; Richard, son, age 10, born NY; Vernon Jr., age 2, born NY. CA Death Index
CA Marriage Index
NV Marriage Index
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