Obituaries Archive

C.A. Pack

(Aug 03, 1950 - Oct 05, 2020)

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C.A. Pack, 70, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, October 5, 2020 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia Missouri.

Born August 3, 1950 in Kirksville, C.A. was the son of the late John and Estelle (Fisher) Pack. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Johnette Fleshner, and his niece, Marsha Shahan.

Surviving him are a cousin, Marilyn Miller and many other loving cousins in several states; two nephews, Steve and Mark ...

Rebecca Christie "Becky" Painter

(Apr 15, 1953 - Mar 04, 2021)

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Rebecca Christie (Hargrave) Painter, 67, of Queen City, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021 at The Pines in Kirksville.

Born April 15, 1953 in Centerville, Iowa, Becky was the daughter of the late Vernon Lloyd and Victoria Juanita (Huff) Hargrave. In 1971, Becky married Ronnie Aldridge and to this union a son and daughter were born. She later married Richard Painter who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by two ...

Melvin L. Paris

(Dec 27, 1944 - Mar 03, 2013)

Melvin L. Paris, 68, of Machesney Park, Illinois, passed away Sunday (March 3, 2013 at Rockford Memorial Hospital.

Born December 27, 1944, in Oklahoma City, OK, he was the son of Harold L. and Hazel (Johnson) Paris. On September 30, 1972 in Green City, Missouri, Melvin was united in marriage to Charlotte Johnson.

Melvin is survived by his wife Charlotte of Machesney Park, IL; his son, Brent Paris; grandchildren, Kayla and Katelin Paris; step-mother, Velma ...

Walda Ann (Shockey) Paris

(Jul 03, 1936 - Jul 03, 2018)

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Walda Ann (Shockey) Paris, 82, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

Born July 3, 1936 in Kirksville, Missouri, Walda Ann was the daughter of the late John Waldo and Cecil Martha (Whittom) Shockey. On January 1, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri, Walda Ann was united in marriage to Garnet Gail Paris. Walda Ann and Garnet were residents of Putnam County, Missouri for nearly 60 years.

Walda Ann ...

David Loyd Parish

(Apr 15, 1947 - Aug 02, 2012)

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David L. Parish, 65, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, formerly of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday (August 2, 2012) at his home.

The son of Alva Loyd and Viola M. (Stutsman) Parish, he was born April 15, 1947 in Edina, Missouri. On April 6, 1969 in Kirksville, Missouri, David was united in marriage to Mary Kay Church.

David is survived by his wife Kay; his mother, Viola Parish of Edina, MO; one daughter, Kerri Jane Schwaner ...

Jeri Lynn Parker

(Dec 31, 1954 - Sep 26, 2012)

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Jeri Lynn (Pennock) Parker, 57, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday (September 26, 2012) at her home under Hospice care.

The daughter of Russell Clair and Marjorie Lucille (Pitzer) Pennock, she was born December 31, 1954 in Worland, Wyoming. On May 1, 1991 in LaPlata, Missouri, Jeri was united in marriage to James M. Parker.

Jeri is survived by her husband Jim; two sons, Russell Sandoval and special friend, Kayla Moots, and Richard Parker all ...

Garry "Leroy" Parrish

(Mar 26, 1968 - Jun 08, 2018)

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Garry "Leroy" Parrish, 50, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Friday, June 8, 2018 at his home.

Born March 26, 1968 in Kirksville, Missouri, Leroy was the son of the late Garry Lee and Connie Lou (Salsberry) Parrish. On June 5, 1999 in Kirksville, Missouri, Leroy was united in marriage to Karen Berhorst.

Leroy is survived by his wife Karen of the home; two sons, Christopher Leroy Parrish and Kesler Vincent Parrish both of Greentop, MO ...

Michael Lee Parrish

(Sep 19, 1975 - Aug 10, 2020)

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Michael Lee Parrish, 44, of Purdin, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, August 10, 2020 at his home.

The son of Gary Parrish and Connie (Salsberry) Ruggles, he was born September 19, 1975 in Chillicothe, Missouri.

Michael is survived by two sons, Dakota Parrish of Novinger, MO, and Talon Parrish of Columbia, MO; two daughters, Cheyenne Parrish, and Autum Parrish both of Kirksville, MO; one brother and two sisters-in-law, Timmy and Cindy Parrish of Novinger, MO ...

Paul Vincent Parrish

(Mar 29, 1942 - Jan 07, 2017)

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Paul Vincent Parrish, 74, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 7, 2017 at his home.

Born March 29, 1942 in Kirksville, Missouri, Paul was the son of the late Leroy Vincent and Leota Marie (Bozarth) Parrish. On July 24, 1963 in Kirksville, Missouri, Paul was united in marriage to Martha Kay Rogers who preceded him in death on May 16, 1999. He was also preceded in death by one daughter Linda Green and ...

Lewis D. Parry Jr.

(Jan 04, 1936 - Jan 21, 2020)

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Lewis D. Parry Jr., 84, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at La Plata Nursing Home in La Plata, Missouri.

The son of Lewis D. Sr. and Martha J. (Burnett) Parry, he was born January 4, 1936 in Bevier, Missouri. On March 2, 1958 in Kirksville, Lewis was united in marriage to Shirley A. May, who preceded him in death in 2015.

Lewis was also preceded in death by his parents.

He ...

Peggy Parry

(Nov 24, 1949 - Mar 25, 2022)

Peggy Parry, 72, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, March 25, 2022 at Sullivan County Memorial Hospital in Milan, Missouri.

Born November 24, 1949 in Kirksville, Missouri, Peggy was the daughter of the late Lewis Delbert and Martha Jane (Burnett) Parry Sr. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Lewis Delbert Parry Jr. on January 21, 2020.

Peggy is survived by one sister, Ardene Parry of Dundee, Michigan, and her good friend and ...

Shirley Ann (May) Parry

(Feb 23, 1938 - Mar 20, 2015)

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Shirley Ann (May) Parry, 77, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday (March 20, 2015) at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.

The daughter of John and Sadie (Lumsden) May, she was born February 23, 1938 in Kirksville, Missouri. Shirley was married to Lewis D. Parry Jr. and to this union three children were born.

Shirley is survived by her husband, Lewis of the home; one son, Mike Parry of Shelbina, MO; two daughters Sally Ann ...

Christopher Scott Parsons

(Feb 18, 1952 - Mar 10, 2019)

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Christopher Scott Parsons, 67, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of Lyndon and Betty (McClaran) Parsons, Christopher was born February 18, 1952 in Bowling Green, OH. On March 9, 1973 Christopher was united in marriage to Susan Moots.

Chris is survived by his wife Susan of forty-five years; three daughters, Christy Rowe of Lancaster, MO, Amy Wilson of Centerville, IA, and Carrie Parsons ...

Harvey Douglas Partin Jr.

(Dec 31, 1957 - Mar 18, 2021)

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Harvey Douglas Partin Jr., 63, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, March 18, 2021.

Born December 31, 1957 in Kirksville, Missouri, Harvey was the son of the late Harvey Douglas and Mary (Paris) Partin. On September 11, 1999 in Kirksville, Missouri, Harvey married Cynthia Haskins.

Harvey is survived by his wife Cynthia of the home; one daughter, Denita (Cody) Gashwiler of Kirksville, MO; one step-son, Garyallen (Nikita) Couch of Milan, MO; one step-daughter, Kimberly ...

Marjorie Louise (Jackson) Partin

(Jul 22, 1929 - Feb 03, 2019)

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Marjorie Louise (Jackson) Partin, 89, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, February 3, 2019 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of the late Willis Maxwell and Frances Isabelle (Bonnet) Jackson, she was born July 22, 1929 in Kirksville, Missouri. On January 3, 1948 in Adair County, Marjorie was united in marriage to James Robert Partin who preceded her in death on November 5, 1979. Marjorie was also preceded in death by one ...

Ronnie Eugene Partin

(Jul 26, 2014 - Mar 28, 2014)

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Ronnie Eugene Partin, 60, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, (March 28, 2014) at his home.

The son of Douglas Eugene and Wilma Louise (Morris) Partin, he was born July 26, 1953 in Kirksville, Missouri. On April 7, 2001 in Queen City, Missouri, Ronnie was united in marriage to Ellen Claybrook.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Ellen of the home; his mother, Wilma Partin of Queen City, MO; one daughter and son-in-law, Stacy and ...

Dorothy Lorene (Pope) Patten

(Aug 11, 1920 - Apr 01, 2019)

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Dorothy Lorene (Pope) Patten, 98, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away
Monday, April 1, 2019 at Luther Manor Retirement Center in Hannibal, Missouri.

The daughter of the late Ernest "Mike" and Bonnie Marie (Smith) Pope, she was born August 11, 1920 in Novinger, Missouri. On February 17, 1940 in Brashear, Missouri, Dorothy was united in marriage to Orville H. Patten who preceded her in death on May 20, 1996. She was also preceded in death by ...

Robert Paul Pattermann

(Dec 19, 1933 - Sep 19, 2011)


Robert Paul Pattermann, 77, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday (September 19, 2011) at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.

The son of Paul Charles and Florence Marie (Sittler) Pattermann, he was born December 19, 1933 in Naperville, Illinois. On June 20, 1959 in Ramsey, Illinois, Robert was united in marriage to Mary Ann Miller.

Robert is survived by his wife Mary Ann of fifty-two years; three children, Daniel and wife Jamie (Hamilton) Pattermann of ...

Billy Joe Patterson

(Jul 14, 1939 - Jan 19, 2012)

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Billy Joe Patterson, 72, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday (January 19, 2012) at the University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics in Columbia, Missouri.

The son of Andrew Jackson and Nela Grace (Peavler) Patterson, he was born July 14, 1939 in Kirksville, Missouri. Billy was united in marriage to Jean Ann Taylor and to this union five children were born. He later married Melba Wallis who preceded him in death in 2005.

He was also ...

Carol Sue (Ross) Patterson

(Oct 23, 1946 - Aug 05, 2015)

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Carol Sue Patterson, age 68, passed away at her home on August 5, 2015, after a long battle with cancer.

Carol was born October 23, 1946 in Kirksville, Missouri to Lawrence Pearl and Vaden Thursa (Christy) Ross. On November 26, 1965, in Brashear, Missouri, Carol married Don Howard Patterson, and to this union three children were born.

Carol is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years; three children: David Don Patterson an wife, Lori ...

Clyde Anthony Patterson

(Oct 27, 1945 - Jul 28, 2011)

Clyde Anthony Patterson, 65, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday (July 28, 2011) at his home under Hospice care.

The son of George Washington and Opal Mae (Danielson) Patterson, he was born October 27, 1945 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Clyde is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Angie and Frank Gavlek of Kirksville, MO; three sisters, Jean Ruggles of Marceline, MO, Donna Warden of Brookfield, MO and Shirley McFarland of Novinger, MO; two grandchildren, Travis and ...

Ruby Francis Patterson

(Dec 27, 1930 - Mar 06, 2016)

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Ruby Francis (Darnell) Patterson, 85, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on March 6, 2016 at LaPlata Nursing Home where she resided for 5 years.

Ruby was born the daughter of Perry and Viola (Evans) Darnell on December 27th, 1930 in Kirksville. Ruby was wedded to the love of her life, Kerrill (Sam) Patterson, on June 17, 1950 and to this union two children were born.

Ruby rejoins her husband Sam, two brothers Virgil ...

Billy Joe Pearce

(Aug 01, 1947 - Jun 04, 2019)

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Billy Joe Pearce, 71, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 4th, 2019 at The Pines, in Kirksville, MO.

The son of Charles William “Bill” & Joanne (Pope) Pearce, he was born August 1st, 1947 in Kirksville, MO. On August 1st, 1974 Billy Joe married Sherril Ann (Hocraffer) Pearce.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles William “Bill” Pearce; brothers-in-law, Loren Dale Hatfield & David West, as well as numerous beloved grandparents, aunts ...

Edith "Lucille" Pearce

(Sep 18, 1934 - Jul 02, 2012)

Edith “Lucille” Pearce, 77, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Monday (July 2, 2012) at University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The daughter of Charles Benjiman and Ella Emma Jane (Miller) Truitt, she was born September 18, 1934 in Pure Air, Missouri. On April 15, 1951 Lucille married Lester Junior Lay who preceded her in death on October 11, 1955. On December 21, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri, Lucille married Thomas A. Pearce who preceded her in ...

Douglas Andrew Pearson

(Jul 02, 1956 - May 14, 2016)

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Doug Andrew Pearson, 59, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Saturday (May 14, 2016) at his home.

The son of Dennis Eugene and Carol Pauline (Wayman) Pearson, he was born July 2, 1956 in Kirksville, Missouri. On July 21, 1973 in Kirksville, Doug was united in marriage to Debbie Watt.

Doug is survived by his wife Debbie of the home; his mother Carol Kehrli; one son, Jason Andrew Pearson and significant other Crystal Ruggles of Greentop ...

Hildegard Maria (Blank) Pearson

(Jan 22, 1932 - Aug 02, 2023)

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Hildegard Marie (Blank) Pearson, 91, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at her home.

Born January 22, 1932 she was the daughter of Puerzer (Freystadt) Blank in Erlangen West Germany.

Hildegard is survived by her sister Lottie Truitt of Kirksville, MO, two nieces, one nephew, three great-nieces and one great-nephew.

In 1958 Hildegard moved to Columbia, Missouri, and was employed a number of years for GTE Telephone Company. She had resided in ...

Waylon Michael Pearson

(Dec 18, 1979 - Jul 03, 2013)

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Waylon Michael Pearson, 33, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday (July 3, 2013) at his home.

The son of Dwight and Catherine (Watt) Pearson, he was born December 18, 1979 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Waylon is survived by mother and step-father, Cathy and Jim Russ of Greentop, MO; three sons, Sladen and Reece Pearson of Greentop, MO and Talon Pearson of Kirksville, MO; grandparents, Stewart and Janelle Watt of Greentop, MO and Carol Kehrli of ...

Kenny Roscoe Peavler

(Jul 27, 1939 - May 11, 2018)

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Kenny Peavler went home to be with his Heavenly Father on May 11, 2018.
Kenny Roscoe Peavler was born on July 27, 1939 in Kirksville, MO. He spent his childhood in Green Castle, MO and graduated from Green City High School in 1957. After graduating, Kenny went to work in Chicago, IL for the Mars Candy Company and in 1960 came back home and married Ramah Colleen Johnson. To this union, 2 daughters were born ...

John Russell Pennock

(Apr 10, 1957 - Jun 10, 2017)

John Russell Pennock, 60, of Sheridan, Wyoming, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2017, while living at his sister's home in Kirksville, Missouri, under Hospice care.

Born April 10, 1957 in Worland, Wyoming, John was the son of the late Russell Clair and Marjorie "Lucille" (Pitzer) Pennock.

John is survived by one sister, Jan Martinson of Kirksville, MO.

John was a graduate from Worland High School in Worland, Wyoming. He was employed as a truck driver ...

Christian B.P. Perez

(May 04, 1956 - Mar 01, 2020)

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Christian B.P. Perez, 63, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the University Missouri Medical Center in Columbia.

He was born May 4, 1956 the son of the late Patrick and Rosie (Villarreal) Oviedo in Cleveland, Ohio.

Christian is survived by two sons, Robert Aaron Perez and Andre Patrick Perez; four daughters, Athena Jano, Julio Perez, Cassondio Roland, and Angel Wolf Perez; two brothers, Cormello Roldan, and Patrick B. Oviedo; three ...

Donald Ellis Perkins

(Feb 04, 1936 - Jul 03, 2017)

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Donald Ellis Perkins, 81, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 3, 2017 at Lock Haven (Oak View Cottage) in Macon, Missouri.

Donald was born February 4, 1936 in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of the late Maurice Lester and Virginia Ruth (Lile) Perkins. He was also preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lee (Perkins) and Bill Hamilton.

Donald is survived by three nephews, Steve Hamilton and wife Toni of Kirksville, MO, Mike ...

Karen Sue (Pettit) Perkins

(Feb 03, 1947 - Nov 08, 2023)

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Karen Sue (Pettit) Perkins, 76, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at her home with family by her side.

Born February 3, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri, Karen was the daughter of the late Woodrow Warren and Bertha Alice (Pinkerton) Pettit. On September 8, 1970 in Milan, Missouri, Karen was united in marriage to Pearl Abernathy who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by three brothers, Merl, Darrell and ...

Deborah Ann (Darnell) Perry

(Jan 25, 1950 - Dec 27, 2021)

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Deborah Ann Perry of Trenton, MO passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Deborah was born in Kirksville, MO on January 25, 1950 to Virgil Perry and Bernetta Irene (Cassady) Darnell. Deborah graduated from Kirksville High School where she never learned to spell. Over the years, this led to some mysterious items on shopping lists, hysterical text messages and plenty of Facebook posts that her children teased ...

Nancy Kay (Kramer) Perry

(Apr 21, 1944 - Feb 12, 2020)

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Nancy Kay Perry, 75, of Kirksville, formerly of Queen City, MO, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Herbert and Goldie Belle (Bowen) Kramer she was born April 21, 1944 in Worthington, MO. On June 23, 1963 she was united in marriage to William “Bill” Perry in Queen City, MO. Bill and Nancy were married 44 years before Bill preceded her in death on June 28 ...

Barbara Georgette (Esterbrook) Person

(Jan 22, 1937 - Dec 15, 2020)

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Barbara Georgette (Esterbrook) Person, 83, of Brashear, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at her home under the care of Hospice of Northeast Missouri, and family by her side.

The daughter of the late Mitchell and Nellie Marie (Ownbey) Jackson, she was born January 22, 1937 in Novinger, Missouri. On June 3, 1955 in Kirksville, Missouri, Barbara was united in marriage to Ronald Dean Person who preceded her in death on May 30, 2004 ...

Sharon L. (Seaton) Petersen

(Apr 01, 1943 - Feb 22, 2022)

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Sharon Petersen, age 78, of La Plata, MO and formerly of Victor, IA passed away on February 22, 2022, with her family by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents Delbert and Madeline Seaton, and her husband Stuart. Sharon is survived by her sister Pat Petersen of Reinbeck, IA; daughter, Sheri (Rob) Lowe of Keller, TX; grandson, Ryan Lowe of San Marcos, TX; son Steve (Jo Lynn) of Kirksville, MO; grandsons, Parker ...

Harold Wayne Peterson

(May 25, 1951 - Sep 05, 2011)

Harold Wayne Peterson, 60, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday (September 5, 2011) at Twin Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville.

The son of Kenneth Wayne and Reta Ellen (Rhoads) Peterson, he was born May 25, 1951 in Kirksville, Missouri. On June 29, 1974 in Kirksville, Harold was united in marriage to Catherine Jean Lowe who preceded him in death on March 29, 2008.

His father, maternal and paternal grandparents preceded Harold in death.

Harold ...

Ida Farris (Haggy) Peterson

(Feb 06, 1941 - Nov 14, 2019)

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Ida Farris (Haggy) Peterson, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019 at her home.

The daughter of Acel and Opal (Walker) Haggy, she was born February 6, 1941 in Adair County, Missouri. Farris was united in marriage to Lynn Edward Peterson who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Steve Haggy and one great-grandchild Shalinn Stockton.

Farris is survived by two sons and one ...

Reta Ellen (Rhoads) Peterson

(Dec 20, 1930 - Nov 24, 2015)

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Reta Ellen (Rhoads) Peterson, 84, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (November 24, 2015) at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

The daughter of Minus Theodore and Ada Ellen (Warren) Rhoads, she was born December 20, 1930 in Green City, Missouri. On June 25, 1950 in Greentop, Missouri, Reta was united in marriage to Kenneth Wayne Peterson who preceded her in death on October 26, 1998.

She was also preceded in death by parents, one son, Harold ...

Evelyn Eloise (Athon) Pettit

(Jul 03, 1938 - Dec 28, 2018)

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Evelyn Eloise (Athon) Pettit, 80, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 28, 2018 at her home under Hospice care and family by her side.

The daughter of Ernal Ross and Opal Lenora (Wiedenkoffer) Athon, Evelyn was born July 3, 1938 in Green Castle, Missouri. On June 27, 1960 in Kansas City, MO, Evelyn was united in marriage to Merl Pettit who preceded her in death on May 6, 1999. She was also preceded in ...

Kern L. Pettit

(Apr 10, 1947 - Nov 08, 2018)

Kern L. Pettit, 71, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018.

Kern was born April 10, 1947 in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Kern and Bertha (Cross) Pettit. On June 14, 1975, Kern was married to Patty (Shelton) Gordon.

Kern is survived by his wife Patty of forty-three years; five step-children, Kelley Clay, Lonnie Craig and Rhonda Casey all of Kirksville, MO, Chris Gordon of Novinger, MO, and Mike (Jina) Gordon of Kirksville ...

Dr. Samuel Leroy (Doc) Pfeiffer

(Dec 23, 1935 - May 07, 2018)

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Dr. Samuel Leroy (Doc) Pfeiffer, 82, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, May 7, 2018 at his home under the care of Hospice.

The son of the late Dr. Earl and Lorene (Hammonds) Pfeiffer, Doc was born December 23, 1935 in Green City, Missouri, where he was raised. He graduated from Green City High School, and enlisted into the United States Air Force, which he proudly served four years. Upon his discharge, he then followed ...

Norman Eugene Phelps

(Dec 07, 1929 - Dec 10, 2015)

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Norman Eugene Phelps, 86, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of Kester Norman and Vera (Tudor) Phelps, he was born December 7, 1929 in Kirksville, Missouri. On December 7, 1949, Norman was united in marriage to Charlotte Robinson who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Shirley Ivers.

Norman is survived by three sons ...

Raymond Earl Phelps

(Jul 28, 1962 - Dec 16, 2014)

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Raymond Earl Phelps, 52, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday (December 16, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of Keith Raymond and Vaunda Mae (Pipes) Phelps, he was born July 28, 1962 in Kirksville, Missouri. On June 11, 1981 in Kirksville, Missouri, Raymond was united in marriage to Alice Steele.

Raymond is survived by his wife Alice of thirty-three years; his mother, Vaunda of Greentop, MO; three sons and two ...

Vaunda Mae (Pipes) Phelps

(May 07, 1939 - Oct 13, 2022)

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Vaunda Mae (Pipes) Phelps, 83, of Queen City, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Davis County Hospital in Bloomfield, Iowa.

Born May 7, 1939 in Leffler, Missouri, Vaunda was the daughter of the late George Earl and Hazel B. (Haggy) Pipes. On August 14, 1955 in Kirksville, Missouri, Vaunda was united in marriage to Keith R. Phelps who preceded her in death on November 13, 1990. She was also preceded in death by ...

Beth (Phillips) Smith

(Jul 25, 1952 - Jul 15, 2022)

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Beth (Phillips) Smith, 69, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away July 15, 2022 at Mercy One Des Moines Hospice.

Beth was born July 25, 1952 in Kirksville, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Loree Bradshaw; father, Foster Phillips; father, Perry Bradshaw; and son-in-law, Daniel Hughes.

Beth is survived by her Ex spouse, John Smith of Kirksville, MO; one daughter, Michelle Hughes of Des Moines, IA; two brothers, Perry Dale Bradshaw of Des ...

Jeffrey Scott Phillips

(Oct 25, 1949 - Feb 17, 2023)

Jeffrey Scott Phillips, 73, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Friday, February 17, 2023 at his home under Hospice care.

Born October 25, 1949 in Elkhart, Indiania, Jeffrey was the son of the late Jack Harding and Virginia Elizabeth (Wheeler) Phillips. On June 2, 1968 in Kirksville, Missouri, Jeffrey was united in marriage to Wava Davidson.

Jeffrey is survived by his wife Wava of fifty-four years; one son and daughter-in-law, Andy and Christa Phillips; and two ...

Roy Daniel "Buck" Phillips

(Feb 17, 1950 - Sep 11, 2023)

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Roy Daniel Phillips, 73, of Green Castle, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, September 11, 2023 at his home.

The son of the late Roy Guy and Ruby Ilene (Boley) Phillips, Danny was born February 17, 1950 in Kirksville, Missouri.

Danny is survived by two sons, Paxton Phillips of Kirksville, MO and Joshua Phillips of St. Louis, MO; one daughter, Nakisha Phillips of Des Moines, IA; and nine grandchildren.

Danny was a graduate from Kirksville High ...

Gladys Geraldine Phipps

(Sep 20, 2011 - Sep 15, 2011)

Gladys Geraldine Phipps, 85, of Kirksville, Missouri passed into eternity to see her Precious Lord and beloved husband on Thursday, September 15, 2011 at Twin Pines Adult Care Center.

The daughter of Earl and Maude (Shaffer) Pyle, she was born September 20, 1925 in Gifford, Missouri. On August 8, 1946, Gladys was united in marriage to Paul Burnell Phipps who preceded her in death on November 2, 2008.

Also preceding Gladys in death were her ...

Burton Leroy Picht

(Sep 24, 1930 - Nov 25, 2021)

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Burton “Burt” Leroy Picht, 91, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at The Pines Adult Care Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born September 24, 1930 in Swea City, Iowa, Burt was the son of the late Howard Blaine and Myrtle Orabelle (Kelly) Picht. On June 25, 1966 in Des Moines, IA, Burt was united in marriage to Jane Tsuneko “Janie” Tsukimura.

Burt was preceded in death by four brothers, Gerald Picht, Raymond Picht ...

Frank Maltby Pickens

(Aug 10, 1924 - Sep 19, 2022)

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Frank Maltby Pickens, 98, was called to his Savior on September 19th, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer. Frank was born August 10, 1924, in Greentop, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice Lester Pickens and Beulah Maltby Pickens; his wife of 52 years, Leah Mae Burkhart Pickens; and his sister, Lilah Faye Farmer. He is survived by his sister, Maurine Crawford, and dear friend, Donna Zurcher, as well as his ...

Neva Lucille (Natto) Pickens

(Jan 25, 1931 - Jul 29, 2023)

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Neva Lucille (Natto) Pickens, 92, of Kirksville, Missouri passed away at the LaPlata Nursing Home, Saturday July 29, 2023.

She was born January 25, 1931 in Connelsville, Missouri in Adair County the daughter of Grantley Arthur and Mildred Lucille (Yadon) Natto. On May 15, 1949, Neva was united in marriage to Russell "Bob" Glen Pickens by Reverend Perley Lind and to this union three children were born. She was preceded in death by her husband ...

Donna Lou Pickett

(Sep 28, 1934 - Nov 05, 2012)

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Donna Lou (Welch) Pickett, 78, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Monday (November 5, 2012) at her home.

The daughter of Warren Hugh and Elma Ellen (Taylor) Welch, she was born September 28, 1934 in Kirksville, Missouri. On March 22, 1953 in Kirksville, Missouri, Donna was united in marriage to Carrol Pickett who preceded her in death on September 20, 1991.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Jim Welch ...

Inga E. (Thompson) Pickett

(Mar 30, 1975 - Dec 25, 2015)

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Inga (Thompson) Pickett, age 40, of O’Fallon, Missouri was called home to be with the Lord on Christmas morning, December 25, 2015. She was born on Easter Sunday, March 30, 1975 in Heidelberg, West Germany, and raised in Kirksville, Missouri. Inga graduated as valedictorian from Kirksville High School as a member of the Class of 1993 and attended Washington University in St. Louis.

She is survived by her husband John; children Nina, Lillie, Asa ...

Linda Kay Pickett

(Sep 27, 1947 - Dec 19, 2011)

Linda Kay Pickett, 64, of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Monday (December 19, 2011) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The daughter of Sterling A. and Inez Lee (Moore) Gregory, she was born September 27, 1947 in Edina, Missouri. In 1967, Linda was united in marriage to Cleo Eugene McFarland and to this union, two children were born. On June 2, 1978, in Kirksville, Missouri, Linda married Harold “Junior” Pickett who preceded her in death ...

William Martin "Bill" Pickett

(Aug 11, 1940 - Oct 18, 2020)

William Martin "Bill" Pickett, 80, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 in Kirksville under the care of Hospice.

The son of Harold Hadley and Mildred N. (Cooley) Pickett, he was born August 11, 1940 in Green Castle, Missouri. On November 2, 1963 in Novinger, Missouri, Bill was united in marriage to Patricia McCarty.

Bill is survived by his wife Pat of fifty-six years; two sons, Harold Martin (Addie) Pickett of Unionville, MO ...

Dorothea Lee (Moore) Piland

(Feb 18, 1932 - Jan 15, 2021)

Dorothea Lee (Moore) Piland passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at the LaPlata Nursing Home.

Dorothea was born February 18, 1932 in Kirksville, Missouri, the daughter of George A. and Maurita R. (Fox) Moore.

Dorothea was raised, along with her two brothers Jamie and Bob on the family farm near Adair, Missouri. In 1950 she graduated from Kirksville Senior High School and attended Northeast Missouri State Teachers College. She was married in 1951 and had ...

Sherry Lynn Piland

(Mar 31, 1951 - Jun 14, 2019)

Sherry Lynn Piland, 68, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday June 14, 2019 at her home.

Born March 31, 1951 in Evansville, Indiana, Sherry was the daughter of Glen Albert and Dorthea Lee (Moore) Piland.

Sherry is survived by one daughter, Jillian Piland of St. Louis, MO; two brothers, Brad Piland of Meteropolis, IL, and Mark Piland of Cameron, MO, and one granddaughter, Charlotte Moore.

Sherry has been cremated and no service will be ...

Nelleta P. (Coffman) Pillers

(Apr 18, 1930 - Feb 16, 2016)

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Nelleta P. (Coffman) Pillers, 85, of Berryville, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at Autum Hill Nursing & Rehab in Berryville.

The daughter of Raymond and Martha (Eaton) Coffman, she was born April 18, 1930 in Callao, Missouri.

Nelleta is survived by one son, Jeffrey Kraft of Libby, MT; two daughters, Cathi Newton of Harrison, AR and Coni Stokes of Denver, CO; eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers ...

James Everett Pine

(Oct 08, 1955 - Sep 09, 2021)

James Everett Pine, 65, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born October 8, 1955 in Peoria, Illinois, James was the son of Zeral and Geneieve Eileen (Cox) Pine. On December 8, 2012 in Shelbina, Missouri, James was united in marriage to Kimberley Wright.

James is survived by his wife Kimberley of the home; three sons, James Pine, Robert Pine, and James R. Pine; four daughters ...

Jolene Garnette (Underhill) Pink

(Aug 26, 1926 - Aug 23, 2020)

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Jolene Garnette (Underhill) Pink, 93, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away, Sunday, August 23, 2020 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

Born August 26, 1926 in Kirksville, Missouri, Jolene was the daughter of the late Garnett Parker and Jeannette (Jack) Underhill. On May 28, 1948, Jolene was united in marriage to Ralph Joseph Pink who preceded her in death on August 3, 2001.

Jolene is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Lucia Pink ...

Richard Duane "Pinky" Pinkerton

(Nov 24, 1944 - Oct 29, 2013)

Richard Duane “Pinky” Pinkerton, 68, of LaPlata, Missouri, passed away Tuesday (October 29, 2013) at his home under Hospice care.

The son of Elmer E. and Mildred (Wright) Pinkerton, he was born November 24, 1944 in Kirksville, Missouri. Pinky was united in marriage to the love of his life, Helen L. Reeves in September of 1992.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; his parents; grandparents; two sisters, Judy Ann and Phyllis Lorraine ...

Rickie Carl "Rick" Pinkerton

(Jul 06, 1960 - Aug 26, 2021)

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Rickie Carl "Rick" Pinkerton, 61, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 at the LaPlata nursing Home.

Born July 6, 1960 in Kirksville, Missouri, Rick was the son of Wilmer Carl and Paulene May (Dupree) Pinkerton. In 1981, Rick married Linda Morrison. On July 5, 2015 he married Joyce Crawford.

Rick is survived by his mother, Paulene Pinkerton of Green Castle, MO; two sons, Sean and Carl Pinkerton both of Kirksville, MO; one ...

Elmer Dean Pipes

(Jan 19, 1945 - Mar 29, 2019)

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Elmer Dean Pipes, 74 of LaPlata, formerly of Kirksville went to be with the Lord, surrounded by his family on March 29, 2019 at Northeast Regional Medical Center.
Elmer was born to Elmer Eldon and Emma Marie (Haggy) Pipes on January 19, 1945. United in marriage to Barbara Joann Minic on her 18th birthday, July 1, 1963. To this marriage three children were born. Sherri and (Robert) McBee of Kirksville, Kevin and (Christina) Pipes of ...

Orville Earl Pipes

(Sep 05, 1940 - Mar 01, 2014)

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Orville Earl Pipes, 73, of Greentop, Missouri, passed away Saturday (March 1, 2014) at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville.

The son of George Earl and Hazel B. (Haggy) Pipes, he was born September 5, 1940 in Green Castle, Missouri.

Orville is survived by one son Steve Pipes of Yucca Valley, CA; three daughters, Kelly Snapp of Enid, OK, Cathy Pocock of Oklahoma City, OK and Kristi Pipes of Amarillo, TX; one sister, Vonda Phelps ...

Jeanette Ann (Ronchetto) Pope

(Dec 26, 1935 - Oct 18, 2022)

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Jeanette Ann (Ronchetto) Pope, 86, of Palmyra, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois.

Born December 26, 1935 in Novinger, Missouri, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Joe V. and Norma Virginia (Rock) Ronchetto. On June 19, 1954 in Kirksville, Missouri, Jeanette was united in marriage to William "Bill" Pope.

Jeanette is survived by her husband Bill of sixty-eight years; one son, Calvin Lavern Pope and Jennifer ...

Margaret Cecelia (Clote) Poston

(Jun 29, 1924 - Mar 18, 2017)

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Margaret Cecelia Poston, 92, of Kirksville, Missouri, died Saturday (March 18, 2017) following a short illness.

Margie was born on June 29, 1924 Northwest of Knox City in Knox County, Missouri. She grew up on the family farm Northeast of Edina, the younger daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Weber) Clote. On October 29, 1951 she was united in marriage to the love of her life, John Robert Poston, who preceded her in death February 15 ...

Dewey Paul Potter

(Nov 05, 1970 - Jan 16, 2023)

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Dewey Paul Potter, 52 of Novinger, Missouri, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The son of the late Kenneth Dewey and Sarah Eldon (Eiler) Potter, he was born November 5, 1970 in Kirksville, Missouri. Dewey was also preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth Michael Potter and Kenneth Marlin Potter; and one sister, Karma Potter.

Dewey is survived by three brothers, Marlin Potter, Jackie Potter and Jamie ...

Kenneth Marvin Potter

(May 23, 1968 - Nov 22, 2022)

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Kenneth Marvin Potter, 54, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia, Missouri.

Born May 23, 1968 in Kirksville, Missouri, Kenneth was the son of the late Kenneth and Sarah (Eiler) Potter. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Karma Mudden. On November 5, 1988 in Kirksville, Missouri, Kenneth was united in marriage to Lisa Lynn McCoy.

Kenneth is survived by his wife Lisa of thirty-four ...

Ruby Pauline (Mason) Potter

(Feb 05, 1930 - Nov 29, 2015)

Ruby Pauline (Mason) Potter, 85, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday, (November 27, 2015) at her home.

The daughter of George and Mary (Wallace) Mason, she was born February 5, 1930 in Kirksville, Missouri. On September 15, 1945 in Kirksville, Missouri, Ruby was united in marriage to Roy Dean Potter who preceded her in death on March 16, 2008.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; four infant daughters; two infant sons; one ...

Jocelyn Beth Potts

(Dec 04, 1971 - Aug 03, 2021)

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Jocelyn Beth Potts, 49, of Brashear, Missouri, passed away, on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at her home.

Born December 4, 1971 in Plattsburg, New York, Jocelyn was the daughter of Meredith Everett and Phyllis Diane Waddell. On March 5, 2020 in Columbia, Missouri, Jocelyn was united in marriage to Jim Potts.

Jocelyn is survived by her husband, Jim; two sons, Michael Waddell of Strasburg, VA and Lloyd Fellbaum IV of Floresville, TX; one brother, Michael ...

Charles Alan Powell

(May 22, 1945 - Nov 15, 2013)

Charles Alan Powell, 68, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Friday (November 15, 2013) at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

The son of William and Leantha (Peebles) Powell Jr., he was born May 22, 1945 in Kirksville, MO.

Charles is survived by two brothers, James C. Powell of Roscoe, IL and W.M. Edward Powell of North Little Rock, AR.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Sandra McMahon and one brother, John Paul ...

Tony Orion Prewitt

(Mar 27, 1964 - Mar 12, 2024)

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Tony Orion Prewitt, 59, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Fayetteville, NC. He was born March 27, 1964, in Kirksville, MO, a son of Karen (Treasure) Prewitt the late Roger Prewitt.

He was a graduate of Keokuk High School, class of 1982. He went on to join the U.S. Air Force where he served for 8 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator during Operation Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia. He was also stationed ...

Emberlyn Ann Priest

(Aug 22, 2023 - Aug 22, 2023)

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Emberlyn Ann Priest cherished 2nd daughter of Chris and Rachel Priest, adored baby sister of Abigayle Priest, and beloved God-Daughter to Coryn Cenzer was born sleeping on August 22, 2023 at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, MO.

How very softly you tiptoed into our world, but only a moment you stayed. What an imprint your footsteps have left upon our hearts. Emberlyn is deeply loved by her family.

Funeral services will be held 11 ...

Lavivian Rosaline (Smutzer) Prough

(Jan 22, 1928 - Dec 30, 2019)

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Lavivian R. (Smutzer) Prough, 91, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019 at Kirksville Manor Care Center.

Lavivian was born January 22, 1928 in Fort Madison, Iowa, to George and Martha (Carter) Smutzer. She was united in marriage on September 11, 1946 in Macon, Missouri, to Olen Prough, who preceded her in death in 2000.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Steve and Darrell Prough; three sisters, Helen ...

Eva "Kaye" (Wortham) Puckett

(Jan 17, 1958 - Jun 19, 2019)

Eva Kaye (Wortham) Puckett, 61, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at her home.

Born January 17, 1958 in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Kaye was the daughter of the late Billy Earl and Wanda Lee (VanHoozer) Wortham.

Kaye is survived by one daughter, Jamie Lee Mann of Paragould, AR; three sisters, Billie Karen Sullivan of Kirksville, MO, Cynthia Walker of Bono, AR, and Lanita Stice of Newport, AR; two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Kaye ...

Todd Foster Pulis

(Sep 20, 1964 - May 29, 2020)

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Todd Foster Pulis, 55, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, May 29, 2020.

The son of Foster Dale and Patricia Kay (Jacobs) Pulis, he was born September 20, 1964 in Kirksville, Missouri. On January 10, 1987, Todd married Denise Duden and to this union two daughters were born.

Todd is survived by his mother, Patricia Pulis of Kirksville, MO; his two daughters, Jessica Branstetter and husband Dennis of Pleasant Hill, MO, and Jillian Pulis ...

Hazel Margaret (Runciman) Putnam

(Nov 09, 1924 - Apr 26, 2022)

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“IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD FOREVER”
Psalm 23:6

Hazel Margaret Runciman Putnam was the oldest child of John and Ivy Pittams Runciman and was born November 9, 1924 in the Otunui North valley 13 miles from Taumarunui, New Zealand. She died on April 26, 2022 @ 5:30 AM. She grew up on the farm known as “Dunbar”, attended the Rangi Grade School, and received her high school education through the New Zealand Correspondence ...