Washburn Prairie Cemetery, Barry Co., MO
| Name | Born | Died | Research Notes & Inscriptions | Researcher or Resource |
| J. B. | No Date | No Date | Research Note: Next to a stone that possibly reads J. M. This stone is near the Thompson and Myers stones. | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BABB, Emmitt Bradly | Jan. 6, 1875 TN |
Mar. 16, 1927 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Zoe Dee - Research Note: According to his death certificate his wife was Zoe Dee (Windes) Babb. His father was not named, and his mother was Rhodie Babb, born MO. In the 1880 census, Rhoda Babb and Emmitt were living with her parents Samuel Oscar Babb and Elizabeth (Roberts) Babb in Barry Co., MO. Samuel, Elizabeth and Rhoda are all buried in Corinth Cemetery. - Another Stone -Another Photo - Another Photo - Plot Stone | Headstone Billy Windes Death Certificate Census Phyllis Long Photos Donna Cooper |
| BABB, Gus Ralph | Feb. 27, 1910 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
1990 Barry Co. Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Sue O. - Inscription: "Married Apr. 15, 1933" - Research Note: Son of Emmit Bradley Babb and Zoe Dee Windes. He moved to Cassville in 1973 from Topeka, KS where he retired after 21 years as Terminal Manager for AR Best Freightlines in Topeka. He was a former professional basketball player for eight years for teams in KS, CO, and OK and had played in 33 states. - Cassville Republican, Apr. 20, 1933: Gus Babb of Washburn and Miss Opha Cheek, a teacher in the Exeter School, were married Sunday, Apr. 16, at the home of Mr. and Mrs J. T. Dunlap, near Seligman, Justice Dunlap said the ceremony. Gus is a son of Mrs. Emmett Babb of the Washburn Community, and a brother of Mrs. Rolland Hutchens of this city. He is a graduate of the Washburn High school and has during the past two or three years won a wide reputation in athletics, being a member of the "Terrible Swedes" basketball team which has toured the country over. Mrs. Babb's home was at Buffalo. During her residence at Exeter as a teacher in the High school she has made many friends. Her work has been highly satisfactory. - Babb Section - Another Photo | Obit Cassville Republican Phyllis Long Photos Donna Cooper |
| BABB, Sue Opha (CHEEK) | 1908 | Feb. 13, 2002 Barry Co. Care Center, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Gus R. - Research Note: Daughter of Truman Ulysess Cheek and Vinnie Finely. - Opha Sue Babb, 94, of Cassville, died February 13 at Barry County Care Center. Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, February 17, at Williamson Chapel in Cassville. Burial will be in Washburn Prairie Cemetery under the direction of Williamson Funeral Home of Cassville. Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. tomorrow, February 16, at the funeral home. Donna's Note: Her stone has Sue O. and her obit has Opha Sue, so the order of her name is probably incorrect. | Monett Times Feb. 15, 2002 Mary Homesley Monett Times Census Phyllis Long Photo Donna Cooper |
| BABB, Zoe Dee (WINDES) | Sept. 10, 1882 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 9, 1959 St. Vincent's Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Emmitt - Research Note:Married to Emmitt Babb - sister of R. A. Windes (1872) - Donna's Note: Zoe E. Babb died in St. Vincent's Hospital in Monett, MO, according to Culver Funeral Home records. Her father was B. F. Windes and her mother was Crocia Rayl. She was age 76. Another Photo - Plot Stone | Headstone Billy Windes Photos Culver Funeral Home, V. 8, P. 61 Donna Cooper |
| BADGER, Barbary (OAKLEY) (MEYERS) | Oct. 30, 1826 Armstrong Co., PA |
Feb. 27, 1902 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Barbara Oakley married George Badger in Barry Co., MO, Nov. 23, 1879. Her husband, George Badger, is buried in Mt. Comfort Cemetery by his first wife Margaret Meyers. Barbary was first married William Oakley. Her parents were Phillip and Margaret Meyers - Moyers. George Badger was first married to Margaret Meyers another daughter of Phillip and Margaret's. She is buried next to William Oakley and a small slab stone grave. | Marriages Online Newspapers Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAGGETT, Larry J. | Nov. 5, 1936 San Antonio, TX |
Apr. 16, 2006 St. John's Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Phyllis J. - Inscription: "Married Apr. 25, 1987" - Research Note: Larry J. Baggett, 69, of Seligman, died April 16, 2006, at St. John's Hospital-Cassville. He was born Nov. 5, 1936, in San Antonio, TX, and was a son of Jess and Minn (Osborne) Baggett. He graduated from high school in Texline, TX, and was an Army veteran. He was a truck driver for Hudson Foods. He moved to Seligman 16 years ago and was a Baptist. He married Phyllis Arnold on April 25, 1987, in Exeter, MO. He was preceded in death by two sons, Steven Baggett and Ronald Hayworth. Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, April 20, at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville with Rev. John Rose officiating. Burial with military honors will be in Washburn Prairie Cemetery. | Monett Times Apr. 18, 2006 Photo Donna Cooper |
| BAGGETT, Phyllis J. (ARNOLD) (ROBISON) | Aug. 1, 1940 | No Date | SSW: Larry - Inscription: "Married Apr. 25, 1987" - Research Note: Daughter of Alvin C. Arnold and Dorothy Brown. | Census Father's Obit Phyllis Long Photo Donna Cooper |
| BAKER, Andrew J. | Abt. 1853 | Aug. 25, 1920 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: His death certificate reads that he was about 67 years old. His occupation was painter. His birth place, parents, all marked unknown. He was single. Robert Windes of Washburn, MO was the informant. Cause of death: Death by fire - cause unknown. Coroner's Jury rendered cause of fire unknown. | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAKER, Jacob A. | Dec. 6, 1834 TN |
May 28, 1914 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was married and a farmer. Parents marked don't know. N. G. Baker of RFD Cassville was the informant. Death certificate reads that he was buried in Pasley Cemetery but must be a mistake as there is a big tombstone at Washburn Prairie Cemetery. - U.S., Civil War Soldier Records and Profiles, 1861-1865 - Name: Jacob Baker, Enlistment Age: 25, Birth Date: 6 Dec 1834, Enlistment Date: 21 Aug 1863, Enlistment Rank: Private, Muster Date: 31 Aug 1863, Muster Place: Tennessee, Muster Company: G, Muster Regiment: 3rd Cavalry, Muster Regiment Type: Cavalry, Muster Information: Enlisted, Imprisonment Date: 25 Sep 1864, Imprisonment Place: Sulphur Branch Trestle, Alabama, Imprisonment Information: Exchanged, Muster Out Date: 10 Jun 1865, Muster Out Place: Nashville, Tennessee, Muster Out Information: Mustered Out, Side of War: Union, Survived War?: Yes, Last Known Residence Place: Barry County, Missouri, Death Date: 28 May 1914, Burial Place: Washburn, Barry County, Missouri, Notes: 1865-04-27 Survived explosion, (Steamer "Sultana", Memphis, TN) - Another Photo | Death Certificate Civil War Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAKER, Rettie J. | Jan. 31, 1881 | Feb. 6, 1882 | Inscription: "Daughter of E. J. & T. C. Baker - Aged 1 Yr & 6 Ds" - Research Note: Stone is off its base and on the ground. - Another Photo | Photos Phyllis Long |
| BALL, John Benjamin | Abt. 1842 KY |
Jan. 1875 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of James Crutcher Jarrod Ball and Jemima Brinkley, and a brother of William Valentine Ball. - Another Photo - Grave of John Benjamin Ball | Photo Darla Ball Marbut Census Photos Phyllis Long |
| BALL, Margaret Luella | Nov. 5, 1930 Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 9, 1937 Seligman, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: According to her death certificate she was a daughter of William A. Ball born Barry Co., MO and Pauline Varner, born Barry Co., MO. The cause of death was a broken neck while climbing in building. | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BALL, Pauline M. (VARNER) | Apr. 23, 1896 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 17, 1956 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: William A. - Research Note: She married William Arvel Ball, Jan. 4, 1920, Barry Co., MO. She was a daughter of John Shipley and Margaret Josephine (Felker) Varner. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BALL, William "Bill" Arvel | May 14, 1891 Eagle Rock, Barry Co., MO |
June 30, 1954 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "MISSOURI PVT CO F 350 INFANTRY WORLD WAR I" - SSW: Pauline M. - Research Note: He was a son of James Elbert Allen and Sarah Emma (Faulkner) Ball. His wife was Pauline M. Varner. - Another Stone | Note Donna Cooper Photos Phyllis Long |
| BALL, William Valentine | Feb. 8, 1845 KY |
Apr. 28, 1875 Washburn Prairie, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "PVT US ARMY CIVIL WAR" - Research Note: 6th Prov. Reg't, Missouri Militia Co D and C in 1863. He married Mary Elizabeth Garrett daughter of Newton Jasper Garrett. He was a son of James Crutcher Jarrod Ball and Jemima Brinkley, - Another Photo - Another Photo - Ball Grave | Photo Note Darla Ball Marbut Photo Phyllis Long |
| BALLARD, Roger Dale | Apr. 5, 1957 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Aug. 24, 2021 At Home, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Bob D. and Shirley (Daniels) Ballard. Preceding him in death were his father and grandparents. As a child Roger attended schools in Neosho, Joplin and Fordland in Missouri and Chanute, Kansas. His senior year he moved to Rogers, Arkansas where he graduated from high school in 1974. In the seventy's and eighty's he worked building and installing cabinets, formica and tile. In 1987 he moved to Washburn, Missouri and farmed. - He was married to Janet Dart, divorced. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BANDY, Eveline (BALDWIN) | Apr. 27, 1855 NC |
Oct. 10, 1887 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife of Rev. Jas. M. Bandy" - Research Note: James M. Bandy married Eveline Baldwin, in Hawkins Co., TN, Dec. 25, 1877. James remarried and died in 1923, buried at Maple Park Cemetery, Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO. | TN Marriage Records Note Photo Phyllis Long |
| BANKS, Annabelle Lea (NICHOLS) | Sept. 30, 1943 | No Date | SSW: Glenn Evan | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BANKS, Glenn Evan | Sept. 10, 1938 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 13, 2014 Mercy Hosp., Rogers, Benton Co., AR |
SSW: Annabelle Lea - Research Note: He was born September 10, 1938, in Washburn, Missouri, the son of Denver Green and Ellen (Fletcher) Banks. On April 6, 1974, in Seligman, Missouri, he was united in marriage to AnnaBelle Nichols. He first married Juanita Stephens, who along with an infant son Michael, are buried at Dent Cemetery. Glenn received his education at Fine School on Trent Creek. For several years he was employed for MODOT doing highway maintenance, retiring in 1993. | Fohn Funeral Home Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAUER, David Michael | Mar. 29, 1943 Sioux City, Woodbury Co., IA |
June 4, 2013 Rogers, Benton Co., AR |
Research Note: Son of James William Bauer and Virginia Lorraine Kemp. | Note Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAUER, Deborah L. | Feb. 25, 1956 | No Date | SSW: Wayne A. | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAUER, Virginia Lorraine (Kemp) | Dec. 12, 1916 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 15, 1983 Lake Co., IL |
Inscription: "In Loving Memory Mom" - Research Note: Daughter of Monte L. Kemp and Fay L. Black. Virginia Lorraine Kemp, age 21, married James William Bauer, age 22, on July 30, 1938 in Elk Point, Union Co., SD. Both gave their residence address as Sioux City, IA. - Another Photo | SD Marriage Records Census Phyllis Long Photos Donna Cooper |
| BAUER, Wayne A. | Nov. 29, 1963 | No Date | SSW: Deborah L. | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BAYLESS, Fenton E. | Dec. 8, 1877 Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 29, 1878 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Son of W. K. & N. A." | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BECKNELL, Benjamin | 1833 NC |
1875 MO |
Research Note: He may not have a stone. - Researchers say he was the son of Micajah Becknell and Artamincie Beaver. He married Harriet E. Clayton on Jan. 6, 1857 in Henderson, NC. | Note Donna CooperCensus NC Marriage Records Phyllis Long |
| BECKNELL, Harriett Elizabeth (CLAYTON) | 1831 NC |
1875 MO |
Research Note: She was the wife of Benjamin Becknell. She may not have a stone. Researchers say she was the daughter of John Clayton and Agnes Elizabeth Neill. | Note Donna Cooper Census Phyllis Long |
| BECKNELL, Lillard | Dec. 3, 1874 | Sept. 24, 1875 | Inscription: "Son of B. & H. E." - Research Note: This child may be a son of Benjamin and Harriet (Clayton) Becknell. They have a daughter, born 1859, buried in Maddy Cemetery. She married into the Ash family. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BECKNELL, Louise | No Date | No Date | No Data | Note Donna Cooper |
| BECKNELL, Rachel | No Date | No Date | No Data | Note Donna Cooper |
| BENNETT, F. R. | Abt. 1853 | Mar. 5, 1875 | Inscription: "Aged 22 Years" | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BERRY, Georgia | No Date | Oct. 3, 1896 | Inscription: "Aged 2 yrs. 6 ms. 17 dys. Dau. of J. W. & Tillie" | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BERRYHILL, Gertrude "Gertie" E. (DUDLEY) | Jan. 10, 1890 | Sept. 7, 1909 | Research Note: Wife of Lemuel Raymond Berryhill. He died in Monterey, California. She is buried near other members of the Dudley family. - Daughter of Calvin F. Dudley and Mary Elizabeth Tilda Jane Haley. Gertrude E. Dudley, age 17, married Lemuel Berryhill, age 19, on Oct. 27, 1907 in Washburn, Barry Co., MO. C. F. Dudley and J. D. Berryhill, fathers of these two, gave consent. | Family Donna Cooper Census MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BETTERTON, Mamie Alvina (LOCKWOOD) | June 15, 1904 Barry Co., MO |
July 15, 1929 Nevada, Vernon Co., MO |
Research Note: Phyllis' Note: Democrat July 15, 1929 - Mamie Lockwood Betterton, wife of Clifford Betterton of Exeter, died at the state hospital at Nevada, Monday afternoon. She was taken to the hospital Saturday. She was suffering from a nervous disorder, complicated with stomach and kidney trouble. The funeral was held at Exeter Wednesday afternoon and burial was at Washburn. Mamie Lavina Lockwood was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Eli Lockwood and was born April 7 1903. She was married in 1918 to Clifford Betterton. They were the parents of three children. All of whom survive the mother. They are Marie 7; Helen 4; Marjorie, 3. Mrs. Betterton,s death was probably hastened by a tragedy in the family, which she witnessed. Her father died 13 years ago and her mother married Monroe Betterman, father of Clifford Betterman. They were were living in Vinita, Okla., in 1919 when Monroe Betterman became enraged at his wife and shot her down in cold blood in the presence of his family and tried to kill Mamie Betterman, his daughter-in-law. The nervous shock was so great that she never entirely recovered. She had been ill since last October. Last week she became violently ill and threatened the life of her family. On the advice of physicians she was taken to the state hospital but died a few days later. Besides her husband and children she is survived by two brothers, Fred Lockwood and Ralph Lockwood at Wichita. Kan. Darla's Note: She was a daughter of Elia and Alzada Whittington Lockwood married Ernest Clifford Betterton, born Feb. 1897 son of Monroe and Laura McCoy Betterton. Phyllis' Note: According to her death certificate she was born April 7, 1904 but the stone has June 15, 1904 on it. | Newspaper Darla Ball Marbut Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BINNEY, S. A. | No Date | No Date | Research Note: This is possibly a stone for Sarah A. Binney who was born in 1850 and died in 1852. Her father was Samuel Preston Binney and her mother was Cynthia Strait. She possibly was born in Lawrence Co., MO. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BISHOP, Maxine Gladys (GATES) | June 5, 1919 | May 15, 1970 | Research Note: Daughter of Walker Owens Gates and Dora Elizabeth McCormack. She married Carl Newton Bishop on Aug. 17, 1939 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. They were both residents of Tulsa, OK. He died in 1992 and is buried at Caldwell City Cemetery, Caldwell, KS. | Census Newspapers.com Findagrave.com Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Alice Eleanor "Add" (HICKMAN) | Mar. 8, 1901 Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 18, 1966 Burge Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
SSW: Raymond N. - Research Note: The Culver Funeral Home record reads that her father was Towney Hickman and that her mother Viola Chadd. Her husband was Raymond Black. - Black Stone | Photos Culver's Funeral Home, v. 12, p. 8 Donna Cooper |
| BLACK, Ella M. (STAATS) | July 7, 1875 Saybrook, IL |
Sept. 19, 1942 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the wife of William Lee Black. Widowed twice. Daughter of James Dallas Staats, born AR, and Mary Hormish. Informant was Lilly Mosbaugh. - Black Plot Stone - Back of Plot Stone | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Flora (FRAZIER) | Sept. 25, 1874 KS |
Apr. 11, 1954 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: John - Research Note: She was widowed, husband's name was John Black. She was a daughter of David and Callie (Morria) Frazier. Mrs. Matt Sparkman of Washburn, MO was the informant. Joplin Globe April 13, 1954 Cassville, Mo., April 12 - Mrs. Flora Black, 79 years old, a resident of Washburn many years at 7:30 o'clock Sunday morning in her home. She came to this area from Kansas, where she was born. Surviving are six daughters, Mrs. Earl Kelly of Ponca City, Okla., Mrs. Montie Kemp of Ottumwa, Iowa, Mrs. Matt Sparkman and Mrs. Bill Wilson of Washburn, Mrs. Bill Dixon of Wichita and Mrs. Jim Hickman of Hayward, Calif.; two sons, Raymond Black of Washburn and Howard Black of Hingham, Mass.; 10 grand children, and 12 great grandchildren. | Death Certificate Online Obit Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, James Michael | Nov. 8, 1956 | May 7, 1986 | Inscription: "AMN US AIR FORCE" - Research Note: This information was taken from a funeral card from the collection of Florence Patterson Rose. He was a son of Ronnie and Mary (Rose) Black. - Another Stone | Funeral Card Photos Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, John | Mar. 22, 1868 MO |
Feb. 16, 1949 Barry Co. Hosp., Cassville Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Flora - Research Note: He was a resident of Washburn, MO and was a merchant and wife was Flora. He was a son of William Black and Sally Phoenix. Mrs. Matt Sparkman was the informant.The stone has 1948 as the death date. | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, John Ronald | Aug. 29, 1907 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
May 19, 1945 Firmin Desloge Hospital, St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO |
Research Note: His usual residence was Monett, Barry Co., MO and his wife given as Tommy Black age 33, living. His occupation was a chauffeur. He was a son of John Black and Flora Frqazier born Arkansas City, Kansas. The cause of death, died during surgery. Buried next to Tommy Walden Black. | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Lola V. (STARK) | Oct 9, 1872 Flat Creek Twp., Barry Co., MO |
May 31, 1933 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She is buried next to Will O. Black. Darla's Note: Lola V. Stark married William O. Black and he was the informant on her death certificate. Her parents were John Milky Stark and his wife Martha Daugherty Hampton. - Black Plot Stone | Photos Phyllis Long Death Certificate #15635 Darla Marbut |
| BLACK, Marlene Ann (SMITH) (MONTGOMERY) (STARKS) (FRYE) (JACKSON) | Feb. 18, 1961 Oklahoma City, OK |
Mar. 28, 1998 Oklahoma City, OK |
Inscription: "Mother of Jonathon" - Research Note: Wife of James Michael Black. Marlene's biological surname was Montgomery, daughter of Bob and Margaret Montgomery. She was adopted by Earl and Margaret Smith. - JACKSON-- Marlene Ann, 37, passed away Saturday, March 28, 1998 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born February 18, 1961 to Bob and Margaret Montgomery in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Survived by husband of the home; son; step-son; brother; mom and dad. Service will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, April 2, 1998 at Evangelistic Temple with a 3:30 p.m., graveside service Washburn Prairie Cemetery, Washburn, Missouri. | Photo Tulsa World News SS Claims Index Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Mary (ROSE) | Mar. 8, 1937 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Mar. 25, 1999 At Home Rural Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Ronnie G. - Research Note: Daughter of L. L. & Ola (Pippin) Rose. - Mary Black, 62, of Washburn, passed away Thursday, March 25, 1999, in her home. She was born March 8, 1937, at Washburn, the daughter of Lemma Lester and Ola (Pippin) Rose. On Dec. 30, 1953, at Exeter she was united in marriage to Ronnie Gene Black, who survives. Also surviving are: a daughter; three brothers; Dennie Rose of Springfield and Denver Rose and C.S. Rose, both of Cassville; three sisters, Ina Stephens of Washburn and Olene, and Fern. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Michael Black, three brothers and a sister. She received her education at Washburn. She attended two years at Tulsa School of Business. For two and a half years she resided in San Antonio, Texas, then in California. In 1965 she moved back to Tulsa, remaining there until 1991 when she moved back to Barry County to make her home. She was a lifetime member of the Federation of Fly Fishers, serving as a director, was on the executive committee, a senior advisor and served as vice president of Tulsa Fly Fishers. She was named Woman of the Year in 1990 at the International Conclave. She received two Presidents Pins, Southern Council Award of Excellence, Southern council Woman of the Year, the Green Country Fly Fishers Award and the Bob Cunningham Award. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Cassville. Funeral services were held Sunday, March 28, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Ron Black and Rev. John Duncan conducted the services. Burial was in Washburn Prairie Cemetery, Washburn. - Mary died with cancer. - Back of Stone | Barry Co. Advertiser Mary Homesley Obit Photos Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Raymond Nello | Aug. 8, 1894 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 19, 1966 Randolph, NE |
SSW: Allie E. "Add" - Research Note: According to the Culver Funeral Home records he was a son of John Black and Flora Frazier. Mrs. Matt Sparkman was his sister of Washburn, MO. His death was caused from an auto accident in Randolph, NE, Junction 20 and 81, and his death was sudden. He was a construction worker and his wife was Allie Black, deceased. - Black Plot Stone | Photos Culver Funeral Home, Vol. 12, p. 56 Donna Cooper |
| BLACK, Ronnie Gene | Aug. 23, 1934 | No Date | SSW: Mary Rose - Back of Stone | Photos Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Sally A. (FENEX) | Nov. 2, 1844 TN |
Dec. 31, 1924 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of David Fenex or Fenix, born TN and mother was marked don't know. On her son's death certificate her name was spelled Phoenix. It also reads that she was born in KY and that her husband's name was William. - Her father was David Oliver Fenix and her mother was Mary W. Meador (1816-1861). Wife of William C. Black. | Note Linda Pearce Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, Tommy Walsie (WALDEN) (WEST) (DAVIS) | June 10, 1911 Berryville, Carroll Co., AR |
Apr. 4, 1996 McCracken Co., KY |
Research Note: Tommy Walden Black was married to John Ronald Black and was the mother of Sandra, Karen Lyles, Sherill, Tommy Lynn and Ronnie Black. - Daughter of Thomas Jefferson Walden and Minnie Catherine Huffman. At age 36, she married Truman West on Feb. 10, 1948 in Benton Co. AR. Truman died in 1971 and is buried at Wattensaw Cemetery, Lonoke Co., AR. | AR Birth Certificate AR Marriage Index SS Claims Index KY Death Index SSDI Photo Phyllis Long Note Tammy Lyons |
| BLACK, William Conway | Sept. 6, 1838 TN |
Feb. 17, 1924 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of William M. Black and Jane Sellers Miller. His wife was Sallie A. Fenix/Fenex. | Note Linda Pearce Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, William O. | Jan. 8, 1873 McDowell, Barry Co., MO |
June 28, 1945 State Hospital, Vernon Co., MO |
Research Note: Son of Joseph Callaway Black and Ellen Frances Long. He married Lola V. Stark on Apr. 21, 1897 in Barry Co., MO. Verona, Lawrence Co., MO resident. He is buried next to Will O. Black and Lola V. Black. - Black Plot Stone | Death Certificate Photos Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, William O. | May 3, 1901 | June 29, 1901 | Research Note: Son of William O. Black and Lola V. Stark and is buried next to them. - Black Plot Stone | Photos Phyllis Long |
| BLACK, William Lee | May 9, 1866 Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
July 6, 1923 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of William Conway Black and Sallie Fenix/Phoenix. John Black was the informant on the death certificate. He married Ellen M. Staats on Feb. 6, 1898 in Barry Co., MO. - Black Plot Stone - Back of Plot Stone | Death Certificate MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BLADES, Nemo Velma (PETTY) (DAVIS) | Aug. 27, 1908 MO |
June 14, 1991 | Research Note: Daughter of Isaac Robert Petty and Elsie Sylvania Bruck. She first married Loyd Davis on Dec. 26, 1928 in Aurora, Lawrence Co., MO. They were divorced on Feb. 21, 1947 in Johnson Co., AR. Her second husband was Emmett Floyd Blades. | Census MO Marriage Index AR Divorce Index Photo Donna Cooper |
| BLENNERHASSETTE, Infant | Mar. 8, 1878 | No Date | Inscription: "Son of S. T. and A. Blennerhassette" - Research Note: 1865 - 1866 Marriages, Barry County, MO, Page 291, S. T. Blennerhassett and Annie Morgan, married on Nov. 15, 1865. | MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BOLEY, Veda Fern (WILSON) | Nov. 29, 1937 Weaubleau, Hickory Co., MO |
Dec. 14, 1995 Barry Co. Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Wilbur N. - Inscription: "Cremains of" - Research Note: Daughter of Henry C. Wilson and Nellie A. Skinner. Her husband was Wilbur N. Boley. Washburn, Barry Co., MO residents. | SS Claims Index Census Photo Donna Cooper |
| BOLEY, Wilbur N. | Sept. 28, 1935 Lyons, KS |
Apr. 8, 2008 At Home, Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Veda Fern - Inscription: "Cremains of" - Research Note: He was a son of James and Velma (Robinson) Boley. He married Veda Wilson on December 23, 1954 in Kansas. She preceded him in death on December 14, 1995. He married Gloria "Jeannie" (Stringer) Ross on September 13, 2003. Survived by one son, and one daughter. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Donna Cooper |
| BOUCHER, John Goodnight | Jan. 22, 1809 Allen Co., KY |
Aug. 6, 1884 Rural Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Husband" - Research Note: Son of Peter Boucher Jr. and Sarah Sally Goodnight. He was the husband of Elizabeth Mary Adams. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BOUCHER, Elizabeth Mary (ADAMS ) (HAGAN) | Aug. 18, 1815 | Dec. 31, 1897 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife" - Research Note: Elizabeth Mary Adams Hagan was married to John Goodnight Boucher and among her children were William Asa Boucher who was born July 21, 1853. He married Mary Orpha Wormington, Barry County, MO, Aug 29, 1880.- Jan 7, 1897, Cassville Republican: Exeter News: Mrs. Elizabeth Boucher, age 81, died at the home of her son, W. A. Boucher. The remains were interred in the Washburn Cemetery, Friday. Mrs. Boucher was one of the oldest settlers in this part of the county. Donna's Note: Elizabeth Mary Adams Hagan was married to John Goodnight Boucher and among her children were William Asa Boucher who was born July 21, 1853. He married Mary Orpha Wormington, Barry Co., MO, Aug 29, 1880. Dates on the stone are Aug. 18, 1815 and Dec. 31, 1896. Donna's Note: Since the paper was published in 1897 it would be correct. | Jan. 7, 1897 Cassville Republican, Darla Ball Marbut Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BOWER, Marie Patricia (CARSON) (WASHIA) (LAWSON) (CARTER) | Nov. 24, 1930 IL |
Aug. 9, 1994 | Research Note: Daughter of William G. Carson and Jessie V. Redell. She married under the surname Lawson to Charles N. Carter in Aug. 1978 in Jackson Co., MO. - Photo on stone. | SS Claims Index MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Photo Donna Cooper |
| BOZEMAN, Robert "Lenny" Lee | Oct. 14, 1951 Malvern, AR |
Apr. 9, 2002 Plane crash |
SSW: Teresa Lee - Research Note: Lenny" Bozeman, age 50, of Washburn, died April 9, 2002, from injuries sustained in a plane crash. He was born October 14, 1951, in Malvern, AR. He was a Navy veteran. He worked for Golden Aviation. He moved to Washburn in 1979. He married Teresa Tittes. He was preceded in death by his father, Troy Bozeman. His mother was Charlene Baker. Lenny died Tuesday from injuries received when the small plane that he was flying crashed in a field in Longview, Mo. His passenger was killed also. Graveside services were 7 p.m. April 12 at Washburn Prairie Cemetery with Rev. Bob Scott officiating under the direction of Fohn Funeral Home of Cassville. Military rites were conducted by Pineville American Legion Post 303. | Monett Times Obit April 15, 2002 Mary Homesley Obit Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BOZEMAN, Teresa Lee (TITTES) | May 8, 1955 | No Date | SSW: Robert Lee | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRACE, Casey Lee | May 19, 1986 Rogers, Benton Co., AR |
Jan. 5, 2015 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Daughter of Kevin Brace and Cathy Townsend. Survived by 3 children. She was preceded in death by grandpa, Herbert Townsend; grandma, Mary Townsend; and uncle, Troy Townsend. She and her grandfather, Herbert Townsend, were both murdered by the father of 2 of her children at Herbert's home in Washburn, MO. Casey died at the scene. Herbert survived long enough to call 911. He later died at Cox South Hosp., Springfield, MO. A double funeral was held at the SW High School gym in Washburn, MO. - Another Photo | White Funeral Home Photos Phyllis Long |
| BRADLEY, Dennis Benton "Bud" | Mar. 6, 1847 MO |
Feb. 22, 1919 Chicago, Cook Co., IL |
SSW: Paulina M. - Research Note: Son of Luke Bradley and Sarah Bryan. He married Paulina M. Palmer on Dec. 22, 1873 in McDonald Co., MO. IL Death Index gives his birth as Mar. 6, 1858. According to census records, 1847 would be correct. - Cassville Republican, Thursday, March 6, 1919 Bud Bradley who has been living in Chicago died and was buried at Washburn Prairie Saturday. The body was accompanied by Florence Bradley his daughter. | Online Newspapers IL Death Index Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRADLEY, Paulina M. (PALMER) | 1855 | 1881 Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Dennis B. - Research Note: Daughter of Thomas Palmer and Susana Clark. | Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRADSHAW, Ella | Oct. 10, 1870 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 20 1875 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Dau. of R. E. and E. Bradshaw" - Research Note: She was a daughter of Robert Emmett and America Evaline (Frost) Bradshaw. They married in Barry Co., MO, on Sept. 5, 1869. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRADSHAW, Eva A. | Aug. 1, 1880 Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 1, 1881 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Dau. of R. E. and E. Bradshaw" - Research Note: She was a daughter of Robert Emmett and America Evaline (Frost) Bradshaw. They married in Barry Co., MO, on Sept. 5, 1869. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRADSHAW, Henry S. | Nov. 7, 1872 Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 29, 1875 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Son of R. E. and E. Bradshaw" - Research Note: He is buried next to Charley Frost. He was a son of Robert Emmett and America Evaline (Frost) Bradshaw. They married in Barry Co., MO, on Sept. 5, 1869. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRANUM, Fred | May 23, 1902 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 2, 1986 | Research Note: Son of John Allen Branum and Rosa Jane Toy, both buried at Rock Springs Cemetery. He is buried next to Iva B. Branum, his wife. | Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRANUM, Iva B. (GROOM) (HODGES) (THOMAS) | Mar. 11, 1891 MO |
Sept. 25, 1976 | Research Note: Daughter of William and Loucinda Groom. First husband was Sherman B. Hodges. | Census SS Claims Index Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRIXEY, Bessie | Sept. 17, 1883 | Sept. 5, 1885 | Inscription: "Dau. of G. & L." - Another Photo - Another Photo | Photo Darla Ball Marbut Photo Phyllis Long |
| BRIXEY, Clyde | Apr. 17, 1882 | Apr. 7, 1885 | Inscription: "Son of G. & L." - Another Photo - Another Photo | Photo Darla Ball Marbut Photos Phyllis Long |
| BRIXEY, Elizabeth (MONTGOMERY) | 1866 Barry Co., MO |
May 1890 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: She was a daughter of Hugh S. & Elizabeth (Lowery) Montgomery. Her husband was General Marshal Brixey. After Elizabeth's death he married Mary J. Erwin. - May 29, 1890, Cassville Republican, Cassville, MO Washburn Items: There have been two deaths in our community in the last two days, Mrs. Mary J. Preston of Roaring River and Mrs. General Brixby of near Washburn both of whom were buried in Washburn Prairie Cemetery. They leave husbands, children and many friends to mourn their loss. We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved and ask them to remember David's words "Though he can not return to me I can go to him." - Another item reads: May 29, 1890, Cassville Republican, Cassville, MO - O'Day Items: Died, May 23, 1890, Mrs. General Brixey, at her home two miles north of Washburn, of fever. She leaves a husband and two children to mourn her loss. She was a daughter of Hug Montgomery and a member of the M. E. Church (South). Another Photo | Online Obit Note Darla Ball Marbut Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROCK, Roger Dallas | 1988 | 1988 | Inscription: "Infant Son of Tonia Sue Busler - Roger Forrest Brock - Roger Dallas" | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS | No Date | No Date | Research Note: This marker is flat on the ground and no longer readable. | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, George W. | Oct. 19, 1861 | May 1, 1886 | Inscription: "Son of J. N. & M., husband of M. M." - Research Note: Son of Joseph N. Brooks and Mary Boatmen. | Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, Georgie | Oct. 15, 1886 | Jan. 11, 1887 | Inscription: "Little Georgie, Dau. of G. W. & M. M." - Research Note: Daughter of George W. Brooks and M. M. | Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, Infant | No Date | No Date | Inscription: "Dau. of J. N. & R. S." - Research Note: Son of Joseph Noah Brooks and Rebecca Carden. Named in his mother's obit as Charles. | Mother's Obit Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, Joseph Noah | Jan. 1, 1825 Jefferson Co., TN |
Sept. 1, 1896 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: Husband of Mary & Rebecca E. Brooks" - Research Note: Son of Thomas Brooks and Susan Helton. He first married Mary Ann Boatman on June 26, 1844 in Grainger Co., TN. He second married Rebecca E. Carden on Sept. 24, 1882 in Benton Co., AR. The newspaper has 1896 and his age at 71 which would be correct with the birth date of 1825 - September 3, 1896, Cassville Republican, Cassville, MO- Joseph Noah Brooks of Washburn died, age 71 years, and 8 months. The burial was in the Washburn Prairie Cemetery by the I.O.O.F and AF & AM Societies. - Obit for Rebecca - Rogers Democrat: Rebecca E. Carden was born near Pea Ridge, Ark. April 5, 1843. At the age of fourteen she united with the Missionary Baptist church. She was born and raised within about 2 1/2 miles of Elkhorn and was living there when the Battle of Pea Ridge was fought. She had four brothers in the Confederate army and lost one during the war. In 1882 she was united in marriage. to Rev. J.N. Brooks, a Baptist minister of Washburn, MO. To this union three children were born: Mrs. James Lee of Pea Ridge; Charles, who died in infancy; Mrs. Rubert Stokes of Rogers. Her husband preceded her in death thirty years, dying in 1896. She then moved back to Pea Ridge, having only been away from Benton county sixteen years out of the 82. She departed this life January 4, 1926 at the age of 82 years, eight months and 29 days, and was laid to rest in the Pea Ridge cemetery. She leaves besides her two daughters a sister, Mrs. Sarah Williams, aged 87 years; three stepdaughters, Mrs. P.R. Rodge of Butterfield, Mo.; Mrs. Phillip Oakley of Afton, OK; Mrs. N.J. Kelley of Joplin, Mo. and one stepson, J.W. Brooks of Joplin; three grand-children, Floyd, Marcie and Louise Lee; a number of nieces and nephews and hosts of friends. - Another Photo - Another Photo | Headstone Donna Cooper Online Newspapers TN Marraige Records AR Marriage Index Census Phyllis Long Photos Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, Larry David | Sept. 24, 1963 LaJunta, CO |
May 20, 2019 At Home, Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Leroy Brooks and Mary Jane Moore. He was united in marriage to Judy Wright on September 25, 1981. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy Brooks, Mary Jane and Bob Thompson. David received his education at Southwest R-V School. He worked at various jobs before he settled on his lifelong passion of Sheet Metal Fabrication at Northwest Arkansas Sheet Metal where he worked for over 30 years. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BROOKS, Mary (BOATMAN) | Nov. 9, 1827 Grainger Co., TN |
Mar. 2, 1887 MO |
Research Note: Daughter of George Boatman and Tabitha Hodges. | Headstone Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BROOKSHIRE, Mildred Milvina (WOOLERY) | June 13, 1850 Cooper Co., MO |
June 16, 1886 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Wife of H. C." - Research Note: Dates come from findagrave.com. Daughter of Andrew W. Woolery and Emily Catherine Thomas. Her husband Henry Clay Brookshire died in 1928 and is buried at Robinson Cemetery, Weaubleau, Hickory Co., MO. He was 80 years, 6 months, and 24 days. He was a physician and had been married 3 times. - This stone is broken off at the bottom and stuck in the ground and so there are not dates on it. It is also broken into two pieces at the top. Her husband H. C. Brookshire was a doctor in Washburn in the late 1800's. She married Henry Clay Brookshire in Cooper Co., MO, Sept. 5, 1868. He was a son of William L. and Sarah (Moffitt) Brookshire. They were still in Washburn in 1914 because Dr. H. C. Brookshire was given as the physician in an obit for Sarah Ellis Reed. According to Goodspeed, Dr. Brookshire and Dr. Chandler had a drug store in the 1800's in Washburn. | Photo Census Findagrave.com Henry's DC Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BROOKSHIRE, Sarah A. (MOFFITT) | Mar. 8, 1803 TN |
Oct. 27, 1885 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Aged 83 Ys. 7 Ms. 19 Ds." - Research Note: She was the wife of William L. Brookshire. They were living in Hickory Co., MO, in 1860, but later came to Washburn. Her husband W. L. Brookshire was a doctor as was her son Henry Clay Brookshire. Henry Clay Brookshire's death certificate is registered in Hickory Co., MO, and reads that he was a physician and also lists his mother as Sarah A. Moffitt. Researchers have her maiden name as Vernell. | Photo Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BROUHARD, Trent Lee | Mar. 9, 1973 Kansas City, Johnson Co., KS |
July 5, 2008 At Home, Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Phillip Allen Tice - Inscription: "Brothers - Beloved Sons and Fathers" - Research Note: Son of Bob Brouhard and Frankie Schell. Preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Lloyd Brouhard, maternal grandparents Carl and Christine Schell, one brother Phillip Tice. The body has been cremated under the direction of Fohn Funeral home of Cassville. - Another Photo | Barry Co. Advertiser Photos Phyllis Long |
| BROWN, Martha L. (HICKOX) | July 22, 1881 SD |
May 17, 1968 Oak Hill Hosp., Joplin, Newton Co., MO |
Research Note: Culver Funeral Home records read that Her father was Oscar Hickox and her mother's name wasn't known to the informant. Her husband was Jim Brown, deceased. Mrs. Paul "Roberta" Noland of Carl Junction, MO, was her closest relative. She had lived in the Joplin community for 6 years. Same information on the death certificate. | Culver Funeral Home, V. 13, p. 30 Donna Cooper Death Certificate Phyllis Long |
| BROWN, Thomas J. | Aug. 8, 1852 | June 16, 1895 | Inscription: Aged 42 Yrs. 5 M. 8 D." - Another Photo | Photos Phyllis Long |
| BROWNING, Homer Keith | Apr. 2, 1918 Duenweg, Jasper Co., MO |
Dec. 22, 1994 MO |
SSW: Kathleen M. - Inscription: "Married Feb. 7, 1940" -Research Note: He was a son of George W. and Mary Jane (Long) Browning. He married Kathleen Willimas on Feb. 7, 1940 in Benton Co., AR. | Note Donna Cooper Photo AR Marriage Index Phyllis Long |
| BROWNING, Kathleen M. (WILLIAMS) | June 20, 1921 Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 13, 2003 Red Rose Inn, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Homer K. - Inscription: "Married Feb. 7, 1940" - Research Note: Kathleen Marie Browning, age 82, of Cassville, died December 13, 2003 at Red Rose Inn in Cassville. She was born June 20, 1921, in Barry County, and was a daughter of Delbert and Cora (Cargile) Williams. She was a graduate of Washburn High School. She was a cook for Southwest of Washburn school for several years and a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. She married Homer Browning on February 7, 1940, in Benton County, Arkansas, and he preceded her in death December 22, 1994. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Nub and Bus. | Monett Times Dec. 15, 2003 Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURKE, Esther | Oct. 14, 1912 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Nov. 1914 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: November 26, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Esther Burke, the 2 year old daughter of Dock Burke, died at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Sallie Burke, Monday, a. m. of stomach trouble. Her body will be buried Tuesday at the Washburn Prairie Cemetery by the side of her sister and mother who died a few months ago. | Online Obit Online Newspapers Donna Cooper |
| BURKE, Henry "Doc" | Aug. 1886 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 14, 1915 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: August 19, 1915, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Doc Burks died at his home, Aug 14th, 1915 of tuberculosis, after a long illness. He leaves mother, sister and young wife to mourn his death. He was 20 years of age, and was born and reared in Washburn. His funeral was preached at residence by Rev. P. H. Hodge, burial at Washburn Prairie Cemetery. He was converted a few days before his death. We extend sympathy to the bereaved ones. - Donna's Note: William Jake and Sally Ann (Cargile) Burke were his parents names. His name was spelled Burks in the papers. He first married Lottie Weston on Nov. 4, 1911 in Exeter, Barry Co., MO. He married second Laura Ash, Dec. 1914 in Bentonville, AR. | Online Obit Online Newspapers MO Marriage Records Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BURKE, Lottie | Feb. 8, 1914 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 1, 1914 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: The death certificate has birth date as Feb. 8, 1914. She was an infant daughter of Henry Clay "Doc" Burke born Washburn and Lottie Weston, born Barry Co., MO. R. R. Smith of Washburn, MO, was the informant. Washburn News: Born Feb. 7, 1914, to Mr. and Mrs. Doc Burke, a daughter. February 12, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican | Death Certificate Phyllis Long |
| BURKE, Lottie (WESTON) | 1895 | Mar. 1914 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: March 26, 1914, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Mrs. Lotie Burke, daughter of the late W. S. Weston, died at her home in Washburn, Saturday of consumption, age 19 years and 9 months. Some weeks prior to her death she professed faith in Christ. Her life was always highly esteemed by those who had her acquaintance. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Hodge Sunday and interment was made at the Washburn Prairie Cemetery. A husband, two children, two brothers and three sisters survive. - Phyllis' Note: Lottie was the first wife of Henry Clay "Doc" Burke. Daughter of William Weston and Lona Scroggins, married on June 8, 1890 in Seligman, Barry Co., MO. | Online Newspapers MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURLEY, Ella E. (SOLLEY) | May 27, 1881 PA |
Nov. 6, 1953 Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Her death certificate names Thomas Solley as her father's name and Naomi McDonald as her mother's name. Thornton Burley, deceased was given as her husband's name and she was widowed two times. Clara Schideler, Monett, MO, was the informant. The marriage license for Thornton Burley and Ella Solley, Nov. 15, 1900, is registered in Barry Co., MO. She is buried next to Thomas Solley, Civil War solider who served in the PA Inf. | Death Certificate Marriage License Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURLEY, Thornton A. | Aug. 3, 1841 Greenville, OH |
Aug. 14, 1926 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Co. C 46 Ind. Inf." - Research Note: Son of Thornton H. Burley and Mary Conner. He married Ella Solley on Nov. 15, 1900 in Cassville, Barry Co., MO. His death certificate gives very little information and doesn't list his parents names, however, it does list Ella Burley as his wife. He has a Civil War stone that is broken off the base and is flat on the ground. | Death Certificate Donna Cooper Census MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Allen Brookshire "Brooks" | Jan. 3, 1913 Barry Co., MO |
Sept. 2, 1982 | SSW: Esther L. - Inscription: "US ARMY WORLD WAR II" - Inscription: "In Loving Memory" - Inscription: "US ARMY WW II" - Research Note: Brooks Burnett was a son of Andrew Amos and Martha Florence (Weathers) Burnette. His grandparents were Allen Miles and Florence (Russell) Burnett and Elijah Anderson and Elizabeth (Weston) Burnette. Milo Butler and Unice Mariah (Haddock) Russell were his great grandparents. Brooks drove the school bus for Southwest School District for many years. - Another Stone - Another Photo - Another Photo | Photos Note Donna Cooper Photos Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Andrew Amos | Dec. 30, 1883 TN |
Dec. 3, 1937 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of Elijah Anderson and Elizabeth (Weston) Burnett. Martha Florence Weathers, his wife, is buried in Hickman Cemetery. His death certificate has that he was born in TN, and that he was married. His wife is given as Martha. His father was Steve Burnette and mother Mary Roller, born Barry Co., MO. The cause of death was Uremia caused by acute alcoholism. | Note Donna Cooper Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETT, Calmer F. | Aug. 26, 1892 | May 29, 1896 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Son of E. A. and E. Burnett" - Research Note: His parents were Elijah Anderson and Elizabeth (Weston) Burnett. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETT, Charlie A. | Mar. 19, 1889 Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 5, 1890 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "Son of E. A. and E. Burnett" - Research Note: His parents were Elijah Anderson and Elizabeth (Weston) Burnett. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Deborah Ann | Dec. 15, 1961 Stella, Newton Co., MO |
May 9, 1963 St. Vincent's Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: According to Culver Funeral Home records, the charges for this infant were sent to Mabel Burnett and Ottis Burnette. Culver's has this one born in Dec. of 1963 and died in May of 1963 - died before born and listed as age 1. The stone has born in Dec. 15, 1961 and died May 7, 1963. | Culver Funeral Home V. 10, P. 96 Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Esther Lavina (NOAH) (GENTRY) | Sept. 29, 1928 Heber Springs, AR |
July 23, 1992 Benton Co., OR |
SSW: Allen B. - Research Note: Daughter of Charles B. Noah and Lunar B. Norton. She married Allen at age 21 under the name Esther Gentry on June 24, 1950 in Bentonville AR. 1950 census gives a son Ronnie Gentry, age 2. - Another Photo | Census OR Death Index MO Marriage Records Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Fannie Isabell (REED) | Apr. 3, 1911 MO |
Nov. 4, 1948 Purvis Hosp., Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Her husband was Allen B. Burnette. She was a daughter of Mose Reed born IL and Margaret Ann Johnson born unknown. The stone has 1910 as birth year and death certificate has 1911. Stone has Burnett without the 'e' and has Fannie spelled Fanny. The death certificate has Burnette with an "e".She is buried next to Allen B. and Esther L. Burnette. Donna's Note: Esther was Brooks Burnette's first wife. | Photo Death Certificate Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BURNETT, Gary Dale | 1976 | 1976 | Research Note: Son of Jack Ottis Burnette and Leta Jane Hendrix. | Father's Obit Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Glenn Dale "Murt" | Aug. 14, 1935 Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 2, 1995 Terrace Hill Care Center, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He is buried next to Harry Otis and Ollie (Ford) Burnette, his parents. | SS Claims Index Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Harry Otis "Curly" | Jan. 1, 1910 | Dec. 23, 1994 | SSW: Ollie Ford - Inscription: "Married Sept. 6, 1930" - Research Note: Son of Andrew Amos Burnette and Martha Weathers. He was married to Ollie Ford. He was a custodian for the Washburn School system before consolidation. Another Photo | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Jackie Ottis "Jack" | Mar. 10, 1946 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Oct. 19, 2018 Cox South Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Harry Ottis and Ollie (Ford) Burnette. On November 3, 1971 he was united in marriage to Leta Jane Hendrix and to this union six children were born. Preceding him in death were his parents; two sons, Gary Dale Burnette and Bobby Joe Burnette; four brothers, Bill, Glenn "Murt", Kenny and Ray and two sisters, Pauline and Mable. Jack grew up in Washburn and received his education at Southwest School. For twenty-eight years he worked on the paint line at Fasco from which he retired. He was a member of Prairie Hill Baptist Church. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE James "Clyde" | Oct. 29, 1938 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Sept. 19, 2020 Cassville Health Care, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was the son of Harry Ottis and Ollie (Ford) Burnette. On June 16, 1962 in Exeter, Missouri he was united in marriage to Janie "Bernice" Edmonson, who preceded him in death on April 3, 2013. Also preceding him in death were his parents; one son, James Lee Burnette; five brothers, Jack, Bill, Glenn "Murt", Kenny and Ray Burnette; two sisters, Pauline Schell and Mabel Cope and a son-in-law, Jeff Horner. Clyde grew up and received his education in Washburn, Missouri. For several years he worked at various jobs and for forty-one years he drove a truck for Loren Rose. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, James Lee | May 26, 1965 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
May 28, 1965 St. John's Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: Culver Funeral Home records read that Clyde Burnette was the father and Janie Bernice Edmondson was the mother. Cassville, MO, was their usual address. | Culver Funeral Home V. 11, P. 101 Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Janie "Bernice" (EDMONSON) | June 17, 1946 Hindsville, Madison Co., AR |
Apr. 3 2013 Mercy Hosp., Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
Research Note: She was the daughter of Willis H. and Nancy Irene (Evans) Edmonson, and was delivered by her grandmother Evans. On June 16, 1962, in Exeter, Missouri, she was united in marriage to James C. Burnette. Preceding her in death were her parents and one son, James Lee Burnette. Bernice received her education at Exeter, Missouri, Best, Arkansas and finished in Neosho, Missouri. For twenty-eight years she was employed at Fasco as an inspector from which she retired. Then she worked at Able 2 around four years. | Fohn Funeral Home Phyllis Long |
| BURNETT, John Wesley | Oct. 12, 1884 Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 25, 1909 Barry Co., MO |
Inscription: "J. W. Burnet - Son of E. A. & E." - Research Note: His father was Elijah Burnett and his mother was Elizabeth Weston. Elijah and Elizabeth are buried in Dewey, OK. | Note Donna Cooper Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Kenneth Lee | Jan. 26, 1944 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 18, 2005 Hillcrest Hosp., Tulsa, Tulsa Co., OK |
Research Note: Kenneth Lee Burnette, 61, of Tulsa, OK, formerly of Washburn, died February 18 at Hillcrest Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born January 26, 1944, in Washburn, the son of Ottis and Ollie (Ford) Burnette. He moved to Tulsa in 1981 and was a warehouse manager. He married Judy Arnold. He married Linda McGlothlin on June 1, 1991. He was preceded in death by one son, Mickey Burnette; three brothers and one sister. Photo on Stone | Monett Times Feb. 23, 2005 Photos Donna Cooper |
| BURNETTE, Lonnie Wayment | Apr. 15, 1905 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
May 28, 1932 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of Andrew Amos and Martha Florence (Weathers) Burnett. Phyllis' Note: His death certificate reads that he was single and a farmer. His father was Andrew A. Burnett born Seligman, Barry Co., MO and Martha Weathers born Washburn, Barry Co., MO. Cause of death was struck by train. | Note Donna Cooper Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETT, Lydia Carola | July 15, 1887 Barry Co., MO |
Aug. 21, 1913 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Lydia - Research Note: August 28, 1913, Thursday, Cassville Republican - Washburn News: Died at her home, Aug 21st, 1913, Miss Lydia Burnett, age 26 years, 1 month 6 days. She was the oldest daughter of Elijah and Lizzie Burnett. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. M. Smith of Exeter at Washburn Prairie, after which the body was laid to rest by the side of her sister, Stella, who preceded her only a few short months. Donna's Note: Her father was Elijah Anderson Burnette and mother was Elizabeth Weston. They died in Dewey, Washington Co., OK and are buried there. | Online Newspapers Photo Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BURNETTE, Mickey Lee | Nov. 25, 1964 Springfield, Greene Co., MO |
June 29, 1992 Bristow, OK |
Inscription: "In Loving Memory of Beloved Son And Brother" - Research Note: Son of Kenneth Lee Burnette and Judy Arnold. He was a produce company employee and died south of Bristow, OK from injuries suffered in an automobile accident. | Note Photo Donna CooperNewspapers.com Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Ollie (FORD) | Sept. 10, 1910 | July 1, 1982 | SSW: Harry Otis - Inscription: "Married Sept. 6, 1930" - Research Note: She was the wife of Harry Otis "Curly" Burnette. Daughter of William Elhanen Ford and Cora Parthenia Gilbert. - Another Photo | Note Donna Cooper Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Ray Laverne | Sept. 4, 1948 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 18, 1992 | Research Note: He was a son of Harry Otis "Curly" and Ollie (Ford) Burnette. | Note Donna Cooper Census Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETT, Stella A. | Oct. 3, 1890 | Jan. 16, 1913 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: Lydia - Research Note: Stella A. Burnett, born Oct. 3, 1890 died January 16, 1913 buried in Washburn Prairie. Her parents were E. (Elijah) A. Burnett and Elizabeth “Lizzie” (Weston) Burnett. | Note Death Certificate Darla Marbut Photo Phyllis Long |
| BURNETTE, Wilford Dane | Dec. 30, 1921 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Jan. 4, 1922 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: According to his death certificate, this infant was a son of Andrew (born MO) and Martha (Weathers, born MO) Burnett. Premature birth at 6 months. His stone reads Jan. 5, 1922 as the date of death. | Death Certificate Photo Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BURTON, James "Brooks" | Jan. 6, 1907 Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 12, 2003 Barry Co. Care Center, Cassville, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: James "Brooks" Burton, age 96, of Washburn, died April 12 at Barry County Care Center in Cassville. He was born January 6, 1907, in Barry County, and was a son of Albert and Missouri Kansas Burton. He was a farmer and a member of Community Faith Church in Cassville. He married Ona Pearl Lankford on August 27, 1932, and she preceded him in death April 6, 1991. He was preceded in death by one son, Bill McMillan, on May 18, 1997; and several brothers and sisters - Another Photo | Monett Times Apr. 14, 2003 Phyllis Long Photos Donna Cooper |
| BURTON, Ona Pearl (LANKFORD) (COMBS) (McMILLAN) | Nov. 20, 1905 Exeter, Barry Co., MO |
Apr. 6, 1991 St. Vincent's Hosp., Monett, Barry Co., MO |
SSW: James Brooks - Research Note: Daughter of Andrew Jackson Lankford and Sarah Stewart. She first married Ira L. Combs, age 26, on Aut. 21, 1929 in Benton Co., AR. - Another Photo | Obit MO Marraige Records Phyllis Long Photos Donna Cooper |
| BUTLER, Curtis | Nov. 28, 1937 Thomas Hollow, Barry Co., MO |
Feb. 15, 2010 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: He was a son of Claude and Vesta (Hoog) Butler. Curtis moved with his family to Porterville, California and became a genuine cowboy, who was very involved with the rodeo circuit and team roping. On November 3, 1956 he married Sharon Bennett in Porterville, California. Curtis worked as a carpenter most of his life. Curtis was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses in 1971 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. In 1999 Curtis and his family moved back to Thomas Hollow and lived within 4 miles of his original birthplace until his passing. His love of children influenced his decision to become involved in the foster care system where he touched the lives of numerous children. | White Funeral Home Phyllis Long Photo Phyllis Long |
| BUTTRY, ___ | 1879 | 1896 Washburn, Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Cassville Republican Feb. 6, 1896, Thursday Obit For Buttry Girl Washburn News: The 17-year old Buttry girl spoke of formerly died Saturday and was buried in Washburn Prairie Cemetery, Sunday. Donna's Note: She apparently has no stone. | Online Obit Phyllis Long Note Donna Cooper |
| BUTTS, Kinsley and Stacey | July 30, 2014 Barry Co., MO |
July 30, 2014 Barry Co., MO |
Research Note: Kinsley Alexandria Butts Born July 30, 2014 at 8:32 A.M. 9.5 oz. 9 inches. Stacey Dianne Butts Born July 30, 2014 at 8:33 A.M. 8.2 oz. 8.5 inches. Twin daughters of Ashley Kaiser and James Butts. They were preceded in death by their maternal grandmother Kelly Wright and paternal uncle, Chris England. | Fohn Funeral Home Photo Phyllis Long |
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