May 21, 1956-
Aug. 10, 2014
John D. Lawson, of Conway, AR, passed away on August 10,2014 at the age of 58 at his river cabin in Pangburn, AR.
John was born in Farmington, MO on May 21, 1956 to the late Kenneth Lawson and Loretta Lawson. He was raised and graduated high school in Sullivan, MO.
In 1993, he moved his family to Bryant, AR. He raised three boys. In 2006, He moved to Conway, AR. John made his living working for Molex as a senior molding supervisor. His hobbies included spending time with his family, trout fishing on the Little Red River, bonfires, cook outs, and Cardinal Baseball.
He is survived by his three sons, Andrew Lawson, Seth Lawson and Tim Lawson; granddaughter Kyle Lawson; sister, Stephanie Dill(Keith) of Valley Park, MO; two nieces, Laura Dill of Manchester, MO, Becky Dill Smith (Christopher) of Greenville, SC; his fianceé, Ann Simms; other loving family members and friends.
Memorial Service was held on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at Roller-McNutt funeral home in Conway.
In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made in John’s name to the Trout Unlimited Heber springs chapter #722 https://gifts.tumembership.org/donate.

Fred Purviance, of Sullivan, MO, passed away at Mercy Hospital Washington on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at the age of 75 years, four months and 15 days.
Fred was born at St. Louis, MO on May 3, 1939 to the late Frederick and Grace (Holtschaw) Purviance. He had lived the majority of his life in the St. Louis area, moving to rural Sullivan in 1987.  His vocation in life was that of a carpenter working in the commercial building trades.  Fred had worked as carpenter, through the St. Louis Local Carpenters Union for 52 years. He was known as an honest, hardworking perfectionist and took pride in his craft. Fred’s hobby was redoing furniture and restoring it like new. On February 28, 1970, he was united in marriage to Linda Pilkington at East St. Louis, IL.
He is survived by his wife Linda of the family home; three daughters, Michelle Montgomery and husband, Bobby, of St. Louis, MO, Kim Choate and husband, Matt, of Strain, MO and Nikki Purviance of Rosebud, MO; five grandchildren, Heather Choate, Tiffany Choate, Halley Choate, Travis Montgomery and Gracey Cherry; four great-grandchildren, Hayden Foster, Brantley Cherry, Kade Cherry and Jackson Ritter; one brother, Tommy Purviance of St. Louis; two sisters, Katie Purviance and Dottie Tapia both of the State of New Mexico; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted 12 p.m., Monday, September 22, 2014 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Richard Williams officiating. Interment was in Schmidt Cemetery, rural Sullivan. Visitation was held on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at the Eaton Funeral Home.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Anita I. Cartwright, 91 years, 10 months, and 10 days at home in Spring Bluff, departed this life, entering into Heaven on September 25, 2014.
Anita, daughter of the late Charles Henry and Maude Alice (Blankenship) Schmidt, was born November 15, 1922, on the family farm at Hardecke and Elmont, north of Sullivan. As a young woman, she accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior.
July, 1944, Anita married Walter H. Cartwright of Bourbon and were together 68 years until his death in 2012. June, 1945, a daughter, Glenda, was born and May, 1950 a son, Steve was born.
In 1953, the family moved to Grover in St. Louis County, living there 48 years. After Anita’s husband, Walter, retired from the ministry, they moved back and built a house on Steve’s farm in Spring Bluff, a couple of miles from the home place where she was born and raised.
Anita was a Pastor’s wife, a loving mother, a joyful grandmother of three, great grandmother of three, and a friend to many. She was a children’s Sunday school teacher for 50 years, a hard worker, and a wonderful cook.
Her husband, Walter, preceded her in death on August 5, 2012, just three days after his 90th birthday. Six Schmidt brothers preceded her in death – Russell, Hadley, Earl, Harold, Roscoe D. “Ben,” and Jimmie Dean. Three sisters – Ava Lindsey Owens, Ruth Stevens, and an infant sister.
Anita is survived by her daughter, Glenda, of the home; son, Steve and his wife Jeanne, of Spring Bluff, and their children Tom Everett and wife Christi of Columbia, MO, Daniel Cartwright, Spring Bluff, Becky Simon and her husband, Nick, Spring Bluff. She is also survived by three great-grandsons- Aaron Charles Everett, Weston James Cartwright, and Luke Joseph Simon.
One brother survives- Eddie Gene Schmidt and wife Verna, Sullivan; two brothers-in-law, Robert Stevens and wife Annie, Ft. Meyers, FL, Paul Cartwright, Gillette, WY; four sisters-in-law- Hilda Schmidt and Peggy Schmidt, both of Sullivan, Geraldine Mullen and husband Pastor Ollie of Sullivan Emma Murphy and husband Dale of Bourbon, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A special appreciation to our loving and compassionate caregivers and nurse: Angie Hughes, Dena Hollingshead, Marayia Willman, Mae Lahmann, Candice Posey, and our nurse, Carla, of Heartland Hospice.
Memorial Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 4, 2014 at the New Testament Baptist Church in Sullivan, with Pastors Charles Idelman and Eric Winslow officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 10 a.m. till time of service. Memorials are suggested to Heartland Hospice or New Testament Baptist Church.
You may sign the guest book by visiting www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Zane G. Pennock, of Eldon, MO, was born on March 26, 1922 to Walter Daniel Pennock and Florence Ellen Jones in the Dowler Mill community near Bourbon, MO.
He died September 30, 2014 at home at the age of 92.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving from December 1942 until December 1945 in the European Theater, as a heavy machine gun squad leader in Company D, 376th Infantry Regiment of the 94th Division. He was part of these battles and campaigns: Northern France, Rhineland, Central Europe, and Ardennes Campaigns. Decorations and Citations: 4 Bronze Service Stars for the preceding campaigns, Good Conduct Medal, 2 Bronze Stars.
He was married in Salina, KS to Carmelleet Hendrix on July 17, 1943.
After the war, he was in residential construction at Steelville, MO until 1969 and then in construction in the Lake of the Ozarks area until 1987.
Zane was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Asa (Francis) Pennock; his in-laws William Esmer Hendrix and Pearl Nevada Hendrix, four brothers-in-law Woodrow Bouse, Harry Harman, Jim Hendrix and Bill Hendrix and three sisters-in-law, Dorothy Harman, Juanita Pennock, and Linda Hendrix.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Carmelleet of the home; 2 sons, Kermit(Shirley) and Keith(Ruth) of Eldon; one granddaughter, Valerie(Curt) Evers of Jefferson City; 3 brothers, Ben of Steelville, MO, Paul(Mildred) of East Peoria IL, and Norbert (Phyliss) of Bourbon, MO; two sisters, Bonnie Bouse of Bourbon, MO and Anita (Norman) Schmidt of Sullivan, MO and one sister-in-law, Glenda Hendrix of Park Hills, MO.
Graveside Services were at 11 a.m. at Eldon City Cemetery October 3, 2014. Officiating was Chaplain Jeremy Caudel. Full Military Honors were provided at the Graveside by the Eldon V.F.W. Post #2442 of Eldon, MO.
Arrangements are under the direction of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.

Cynthia Marie (Roux) Smith, 59, of Sullivan, passed away October 1, 2014 at Mercy Hospital St. Louis. She was born August 8, 1955 in Bonne Terre. Cindy was a very loving mother, who lived for her children and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Clinton Roux; brother, Randall Roux and sister, Betty Jean Roux.
Cindy is survived by her mother, Betty Jane (Sitzes) Roux; significant other, Norman Gale; four children, Bryan Smith (Angie) of Steelville, Jennifer Hartzell (James) of Sullivan, Sarah Downey of Washington, Laura Hunter (Dustin) of Sullivan; ten grandchildren, Nicholas, Bailey, Devin, Joseph, Charles, William, Erica, Ammie, Eric, Ethan; three great-grandchildren, Alex, Baylon, Josie; three brothers, Thomas Roux (Janet), Darrell Roux (Sheila), Carl Roux (Kathy); two sisters, Charlotte (Roux) James, Sandra Blackwell (Bruce). Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Visitation was Friday, October 3, 2014, from 4-8 p.m. at the C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home in Bonne Terre.
Service was Saturday at 11 a.m. at the C. Z. Boyer & Son Chapel in Bonne Terre with Rev. Randy Murphy officiating. Interment will follow at Bonne Terre Cemetery.
View obituary and share condolences online at www.czboyer.com.

Barbara Ann “Barb” Hall, of Cuba, MO, was born to the union of Hyman and Genevieve (McGrath) Neistat on October 19, 1937 in St. Louis, MO and left from this life on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at Cuba Manor at the age of 76.
Barb was a homemaker and enjoyed taking care of her home and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchild.
Barb is preceded in death by her parents Hyman and Genevieve (McGrath) Neistat; husband Kenneth Hall; two children Michael Hall and Lisa Hall; four brothers Bill, Eddie, Fred and Franky Neistat; one sister Rosemary Kannady.
Those who are left to treasure her memory and to continue her legacy are her two sons Rick Hall of Sullivan, MO, Tom and wife, KimHall of Imperial, MO; three granddaughters Shannon, Ava and Paige Hall; one great-granddaughter MacKenzie Hall; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and many friends.
Visitation was held on Sunday, September 28, 2014 from 2-4 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home 904 W. Washington St. Cuba, MO.
Funeral service were held on Sunday, September 28, 2014 , 4 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Pastor Woodrow Martin, officiating.
Graveside service was held on Monday, September 29, 2014, 11 a.m. at Delhi Cemetery, Cuba, MO.
If desired, memorials would be appreciated to the Alzheimer’s Association or American Heart Association.
The Mizell Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Hall family.

Barbara S. Davis, of Steelville, MO, passed away at her home on Thursday, October 2, 2014 at the age of 63 years.
Barbara was born in Sullivan, MO on May 30, 1951 to the late Milford Roehrs and Nora (Sterling) Roehrs Weekes. She was raised and attended school in Sullivan.Her vocation in life was that of a homemaker. She loved cooking and keeping a clean and orderly home. Barbara also loved cats of all kinds, traveling and playing cards, especially Canasta. Her true devotion though was to her grandchildren.
She is survived by a daughter, Tina Lee Baker and husband Kenneth of Deltona, FL; a granddaughter, Kena Baker and grandson, Kenny Baker both of Deltona, FL; a special companion, Virvine “Spinner” Ware of Steelville, MO; a sister, Sharon Fisher and husband Charles of Union, MO; nephew Steven Fisher of St. Louis, MO; a niece, Lynda Dalton and husband Dr. Mark Dalton of Sullivan, MO; great niece, Amanda Dalton; dear friends, Carol Davis of Sullivan and Karen Morris of Orlando, FL; other relatives and friends.
Graveside funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m., Monday, October 6, 2014 in Crestview Memorial Park, St. Clair, MO with Pastor Roger Altenberger officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made in memory of Barbara to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Backpack Program, St. Clair, MO.
Arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Gene O. Femmer, of Sullivan, MO, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2014 at the age of 79 years, five months and 21 days.
Mr. Femmer was born in Hawk Point, MO on April 8, 1935. He was raised there and, eventually, moved to the St. Louis area. He honorably served his country during the Korean War with the U.S. Navy. After his discharge, Mr. Femmer was employed for 35 years as a warehouseman with Sears Department Stores and in 1991, after his retirement, came to live in the Sullivan area at Woodland Lakes. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was fond of watching John Wayne and Navy movies. Mr. Femmer was a former member of the Warehouseman’s Labor Union of St. Louis. He was married to JoAnn Suter (Femmer) who preceded him in death on November 28, 2005.
He is survived by three sons, Gene Femmer and wife, Lisa, of Villa Ridge, MO, Chris Femmer of Orlando, FL and Keith Femmer and wife, Angie, of Sullivan, MO; one daughter Maggie Femmer of Jacksonville, FL; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents and wife, JoAnn, Mr. Femmer was preceded in death by two step-sons, Tommy and Bill Lee Lauck; two brothers and one sister.
Graveside services with Full Military Honors were held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, St. Louis, MO.

Zoey Marie Carr, of Sullivan, MO, passed away suddenly as a result of an automobile accident on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the age of four months and nine days.
She is the daughter of Jessica Carr of Sullivan; and sister of Emily Lambert of the family home; granddaughter of Kevin and Jeanne Phillips of Sullivan, MO; great-granddaughter of John and Brenda Phillips of St. Peters, MO and the late Tommy and Patricia Hood.
Graveside funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m., Friday, October 10, 2014 in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Charles Idleman officiating.
Arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.
Friends may send condolences at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.
For those wishing to send a memorial contribution, a trust has been established at American Eagle Credit Union for Emily and Jessica and in memory of Zoey.

Edna Irene Hoevelman, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at the age of 87 years, 11 months and 22 days.
Edna was born in the Spring Bluff community near Sullivan on October 12, 1926 to the late Arvil and Pearl (Bailey) Bandy. For around 20 years, she lived in St. Louis until moving back to Sullivan in 1975. She was a long-time employee of the former Davis Shoe Store in Sullivan as a salesperson. She was known to be a very personable lady and enjoyed crocheting and crafting. She was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church which was a dominate part of her life. Edna was also a member of the Spring Bluff Extension Club.
On March 10, 1945, she was united in marriage to Robert Hoevelman in Union, Missouri and to this marriage two sons were born. Mr. Hoevelman preceded Edna in death in August of 2011.
She is survived by two sons, Jerry Hoevelman and wife Ina of Springfield, MO and Daniel Hoevelman and wife Suzanne of Leslie, MO; a brother, Carl Bandy and wife Pasty of Leslie, MO; three sisters, Betty Holt of Bourbon, MO, Shirley Schmidt and husband Neil of Leslie, MO and Judy Turilli and husband Lester of Chesterfield, MO; three grandsons; five great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents and husband Robert, Edna was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Kenneth Holt.
Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 11, 2014 at Evergreen Baptist Church with Pastor Tom Rudloff officiating. Interment was in Cave Spring Cemetery, rural Sullivan.
Visitation for Mrs. Edna Hoevelman was held from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Evergreen Baptist Church.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Velma Fay Reynolds Hulsey, beloved wife and mother, passed away on Sunday, Sept.. 28, 2014 in Fairbanks.
Velma was born on Nov. 21, 1943 on the family farm near Rolla, MO. Velma was born first, followed by her twin, Thelma, a few minutes later. Grandma Reynolds served as midwife. Her brother, Richard, recalls the day, “I remember dad telling me that it was a nice November day and that he was digging potatoes when the twins were born. Our family doctor came out the next day to certify that they were born and that he said they would be OK.”
Just prior to her passing, Velma and Leroy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 11, 2014, and her son’s birthday on Sept. 26, 2014. Velma had a number of mini-strokes on or near March 7, 2002 (12 years ago). Since then, her health had progressively declined.
In the years prior to 2002, Velma loved life. She loved classical music, opera and big bands. She loved dinner theaters, people and loved to entertain. Over that period of time, she and her immediate family lived in Champaign, IL; Rolla, MO; Cary, NC, and Fairbanks. Prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom for her son, she worked in retail and for the Cary, NC school district.
After arriving in Alaska, she created a small company and made pot holders, pillows and other items for the home. She loved meeting new people and during the summers, spent her time at Pioneer Park, working in the shops and with people; she was so excited to meet people from all over the world.
She loved children and while in other states, would volunteer to babysit the neighbors’ children and usually traded childcare so each family could have a break and not worry about their children. Soon after arriving in Fairbanks, she worked several years at the UAF pre-school. This was an exciting time for her. In addition to her love for children and family, she absolutely loved small dogs and almost always there was one or two in the home.
Velma’s surviving immediate family are her husband, Leroy; son, Craig, and two grand-sons, Nichols Chamberlain and Alyx Hulsey. She is survived by four siblings and their children; older brother, Charles Reynolds; a twin sister, Thelma Campbell; a brother, Richard Reynolds, and a sister, Carolyn Honse. She is also survived by two in-laws and their children, Dennis Hulsey and Sharon Fann. In addition to the immediate family members, she is survived by nine nieces, eight nephews and ten cousins.
A service to honor and celebrate the life of Velma is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 24 at the 1st United Methodist Church, located at 915 2nd Ave., Fairbanks, AL 99701.
Cards and flowers can be sent to the church. If people want to provide a donation, the money will be given to NAMI of Fairbanks. Donations can be sent directly to NAMI at P.O. Box 72543, Fairbanks, AL 99701.

Albert “Buster” Floyd Roach, 77, of Niland, CA passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on October 1, 2014.
Albert was born in St. Louis, MO on January 19, 1937 to William and Eleanor Roach. He was mainly raised in Bourbon, MO. He joined the Navy in 1957 and upon completing his four-year tour as a Boatswain’s Mate 3, he left the Navy. He was Plank Owner on the USS McMorris.
He then moved to Pasadena, CA, where he married Mary Harlene Griffee on May 16, 1963. He worked for the City of Pasadena for four years. In 1971, he and his family moved to Magalia, CA where he worked for the Paradise Unified School District as the supervisor of the bus garage. He also taught night automotive classes to the public.
He then worked for the California Highway Patrol in the San Francisco Bay Area doing accident reconstruction and large vehicle inspections. He then worked for the California Department of Forestry in Tehama County, CA as head of equipment repair and retired in 1986. He went to Jewelry School after his retirement and was top of his class.
In January of 1983, he became Master of the Masonic Lodge #124 in Paradise, CA. His daughter, Cynthia, became Honored Queen of Jobs Daughters Bethel #311 the same month.
Albert is survived by his wife of 52 years; their two children, Andrew W. Roach of Paradise, CA and Cynthia A. (William) Satterfield of Niland, CA; sister, Shirley Wymer; and brother, Francis Roach both of Bourbon, MO; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, William Roach Jr.; and grandson, Joel R.A. Roach.

Jane Shoults of Sullivan, MO, passed away at the Arbors of Victorian Place, Cuba, MO on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at the age of 82 years, four months and one day.
Jane was born on June 11, 1932 at St. Louis, MO to the late Bernett and Edna (Zuroweste) Stanley. On November 10, 1951, she was united in marriage to Norman G. Shoults at St. Louis and to this union two children were born.  Norman preceded her in death in September of 1990. Jane was a long-time employee at Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital as a medical records supervisor and eventually retired from there.  She enjoyed cooking and fishing, shopping trips and collecting Precious Moments Figurine Collectables. Jane was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sullivan where she held offices of Deacon and Elder and member of the Mariners Club.
She is survived by seven grandchildren, Jamie Mueller and husband, Michael, Christopher Bunk and wife, Jenny, Mallory Beyreis and husband, Chad, Norman Shoults III, Benjamin Shoults, Natalie Shoults, and Matthew Shoults; one great-grandchild, Tyler Blankenship; son-in-law, Donald Bunk of Sullivan, MO; a daughter-in-law, Mary Shoults of St. Louis, MO; and a host of friends.
Along with her parents and husband, Jane was also preceded in death by her son Norman, Jr., and her daughter Linda Bunk.
Funeral services were conducted at 12 noon, Friday, October 17, 2014 from the First Presbyterian Church of Sullivan with the Rev. Kaileen Hogan-Brink officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, in Sullivan.
Visitation was held at the church from 10 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at the First Presbyterian Church in Sullivan. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to the First Presbyterian Church.
Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO. Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Dean Wigger, of Bourbon, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the age of 78.
Dean was born February 24, 1936 to the late Carrick and Pansy (Farris) Wigger of Sullivan, MO. He attended and graduated from Sullivan High School, class of 1954. He was a life-long resident of the Sullivan and Bourbon area. On December 31, 1955, Dean was united in marriage to Mary Lou Merritt in Hernando, MS and four children were born of their marriage.
Dean was a carpenter by trade and was first employed in Sullivan by Cy Dace Construction. He later worked in the St. Louis area as a cement mason where he helped build Busch Memorial Stadium and the St. Louis Arch. He was best known, however, for creating the Building Trades program at Sullivan High School where he built 25 houses in 23 years. Dean was an active member on the board of the Crawford Electric CO-OP, where he worked on the Round-up Committee. He was a longtime faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Sullivan, where he served as a trustee, and was instrumental in the building of the church. He also served with the First Baptist Missions Builders for the past 16 years, traveling as far away as Yokohama, Japan. Dean enjoyed hunting and farming in his spare time, and will be fondly remembered by his family, church family, and many friends.
He is survived by his wife Mary Lou Wigger nee Merritt of the family home; four children, Kim Hawkins and husband Brad of St. Clair, MO, Pam Curry and husband Chuck of Eureka, Missouri, Tom Wigger and wife Chris of Sullivan, MO and Dean Wigger, Jr. and wife Chris of Ojai, CA; one brother, Dale Wigger and wife Jackie of Sullivan; one sister, Pat Smith and friend Lyle Bjerkestrand of St. Louis; 12 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Saturday, October 18, 2014 from First Baptist Church of Sullivan with Pastor Kirk Parnell officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Sullivan.  Visitation was held Friday evening from 4-8 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Sullivan and on Saturday from 9 a.m. until time of service at the church.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Missions or Building Fund of First Baptist Church, Sullivan, MO. Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.
Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Morris Edward Scott, a life-long resident of Sullivan, MO passed away Wednesday, October 22, at the age of 90. Morris was born to Vivian and Leona Scott also of Sullivan. He graduated from Sullivan High School in 1943 and enlisted into the United States Navy the summer after graduation to serve in World War II. After boot camp in Idaho, he attended radar school in San Diego, CA.  Morris ran radar on classified missions aboard ships including the Zuella Lites. He was also trained and served as a gunner. Coxswain Scott was proud to serve in the Liberation of the Philippines. He returned to the states in 1946 and in March married Juanita Pursley of Robertsville, MO. Their marriage celebrated 68 years of commitment and they were blessed with four children.
Morris worked as a lab technician at Ramsey Corporation for 40 years and retired in 1990. He joined the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace workers union and served many positions. Post retirement, he worked at Associated Crafts in Sullivan for 10 years. Through the years, he also worked as an electrician part-time.
Volunteer work was a priority for Morris. He served 55 years with the Sullivan Volunteer Fire Department.  Morris was a life-time member of First Baptist Church and for many years, he drove and maintained the bus ministry.  He was a member of the I. O.O.F Lodge and proudly served in The American Legion. He was a current member of the Bourbon Quilters’ Guild. Morris was an avid angler, hunter and gardener.
He is survived by his wife Juanita, four children; Cheryl Webb and husband, Wayne, of Bourbon, MO, Sheila Scott Paul of Gray, Georgia, Sarina Scott of Sullivan and Carisa Scott of Denver, CO; six grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Expressions of sympathy can be shared with the Sullivan Fire Department’s 9-11 Memorial fund, The Harney Mansion Foundation and First Baptist Church.
Funeral services were held Saturday, October 25, 2014 at First Baptist Church with Pastor Kirk Parnell and with Executive Pastor Craig Tanner of Temple Baptist Church officiating. Interment with full military honors was in Midlawn Memorial Gardens, Union, MO.
Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.
Memorials to the First Baptist Church, Sullivan Fire Protection District 9/11 Memorial Fund, or the Harney Mansion Foundation are appreciated.
Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Robert Moss, of the Spring Bluff area, passed away at his home in Monday, October 20, 2014 at the age of 94 years, three months and 15 days.
Robert was born in Spring Bluff, MO or July 5, 1920 to the late Carrick and Bertha (Strauser) Moss. He was raised by his Grandmother Strauser and Uncle Charlie as his mother had died when Robert was just three weeks old. He was a life-long resident of the Spring Bluff area and was affectionately called the “Mayor” of Spring Bluff. He honorably served his country during WWII with the Merchant Marine Corps and attained the rank of Seaman First Class. Robert had traveled the war supply routes of the European and Asiatic-Pacific Theatres.
On March 9, 1948, he was united in marriage to Jeanette Irene Copeland and to this marriage four children were born. He farmed the Strauser family farm and raised cattle making this his life’s work. He was known to be generous with his children and enjoyed playing a joke or two with his friends and family. Robert was a former member of the Sullivan Masonic Lodge #69 and the Sullivan Odd Fellows Lodge #156. He was raised and baptized in the Baptist faith and attended Spring Bluff Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife Jeanette nee Copeland of the family home; one son William R. Moss and wife, Diane, of Spring Bluff; three daughters, Bobby Sue Emert and husband, Dennis, of Spring Bluff, Juanita Kay Tune of Spring Bluff and Patty Ann Schoeneman and husband, Bill, of St. Clair, MO; three half-sisters, Loraine Williams of Indianapolis, IN, Nadine O’Dell of Indianapolis, IN, and Shirley Harris of Wentzville, MO; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a son-in-law, James Tune and by two brothers and four sisters.
Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, October 24, 2014 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Jimmie Ray Dace officiating. Interment with military honors, was in Cave Spring Cemetery, rural Sullivan, MO. Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
In lieu of flowers memorials to Spring Bluff Baptist Church are appreciated.
Condolences may be made at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Helen L. Branson, of Springfield, MO, formerly of Sullivan, passed away suddenly as a result of an automobile accident on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the age of 75 years, 6 months and 15 days.
Helen was born March 29, 1939 in Des Moines, IA to the late Leland and Lavita (Collins) Sharp. She was raised in the Kansas City, MO area and later in life, around 1983, moved to Sullivan. She was well known as the Welcome Wagon hostess and also volunteered her time at the Sullivan hospital as a Pink Lady.Helen was known to many as a very outgoing and generous person. On September 11, 1991, she was united in marriage to Deral Branson and they lived the summers at Cloud Nine Ranch near Rogersville, MO and the winters in the Rio Grande Valley in Texas.  They enjoyed fishing together, going to concerts and attending their church.  When Deral’s health started to decline, they moved to a permanent residence in Springfield, MO.  Helen was a vigilant caregiver; paying strict attention to his nutritional needs, maintaining his complicated medicine schedule and assisting him in his physical needs. Helen vigilantly stayed by his side day and night once his death was imminent. Deral passed away on August 8, 2013.
In Springfield, Helen started a ladies luncheon for the women in her neighborhood and was known as “Miss Helen” to all who knew her. Though not fond of animals, she grew to love Joyce’s dachshund, and it became a question as to whether Helen came to visit Joyce or the dog.
She is survived by two daughters, Joyce Ann O’Brien and Debbie Jo Linhart, both of Sullivan; two grandchildren, Stephanie Louise Wisdom and husband, Justin, and Daniel Leigh O’Brien, Jr.; five great-grandchildren, Brandon, Michael and Brianna Wisdom, Madison Ilene and Kingston Michael O’Brien; three step-daughters, Pam Steel and husband,Dan, of Sullivan, Rene’ Wolfel of Sullivan, and Suzanne Paule and husband, Jerry, of Kennewick, Washington; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted 12 noon on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery, Leslie, MO.  Visitation was held on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of service at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Mid-America Transplant Services or Parkinson’s Research.
Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Minnie Busse of Stanton, MO passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at the age of 82 years.
Minnie was born in Stanton, MO on January 11, 1932 to the late Thomas and Minnie (Blanton) Doyle.  She was a life-long resident of the Stanton area and on June 5, 1947 was united in marriage to Wilbert Busse at St. Clair, MO. Minnie was known as a woman of simple pleasures and was a helpful individual who would abandon no one. She was employed several years in the shoe manufacturing industry as a stitcher but her true vocation was that of a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Minnie was a member of the First Baptist Church of Stanton, where she was baptized and participated in many of the church activities.
She is survived by five children, Glenn Busse and wife, Maria, of Stanton, Darleen Henderson and husband, Dennis, of Stanton, Wilberta “Willie” Palmer and husband, Bill, of Sullivan, MO, Dale Busse of Sullivan and Lloyd Busse of Robertsville, MO; one sister, Barb Due of Union, MO; 11 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.  Along with her parents and husband, Wilbert, Minnie was preceded in death by a son, Gary Busse and a sister, Virginia Hamby.
Funeral services were conducted at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 from the First Baptist Church of Stanton, MO with Melody Pryor officiating.  Interment was in Stanton Cemetery. Visitation was held on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of service at the First Baptist Church of Stanton.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the first Baptist Church of Stanton.
Funeral arrangement were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.  Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Barbara Niswonger of Sullivan, MO, long-time teacher at Sullivan Elementary School, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2014 at the age of 70 years, nine months and 26 days.
Barbara was born December 20, 1943 in Leasburg, MO to the late Curtis Fair and Okel Myrtel (Halbert) Pinnell. She was a graduate of Bourbon High School and later Southeast Missouri State University at Cape Girardeau, earning a degree in Education.Barbara later received her Master’s degree from Webster University in St. Louis. On June 26, 1964 she was united in marriage to Lester Niswonger at Leasburg and to this marriage two children were born.  Barbara’s vocation in life was an Elementary School teacher and had started her career with the Sullivan school system in 1964 and retired in 2004.  She enjoyed traveling and sharing in the activities of her many friends.  Barbara was a charter member of the Bible Baptist Church of Cuba, MO and a member of the MSTA.
She is survived by son, David Niswonger and wife, Cindy, of Mexico, MO; a daughter, Dawn Robey and husband, Todd, of Sullivan, MO; six grandchildren, Matthew, Cole, Cassie, Randy, Jeremy and Garrett; two great-grandchildren, James and Ely; one sister, Betty Sue Scantlan, a sister-in-law, Chickie Pinnell; other relatives and many friends.
Along with her parents and husband, Lester, Barbara was preceded in death by three brothers, Curtis, Kenneth and Chester Pinnell and by a great-nephew, Curt Pinnell.
Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Jason Bell officiating. Interment was in Lea Cemetery, Leasburg, MO.
Visitation was be held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Breast Cancer Awareness.  Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Beulah C. Lechten, of Sullivan, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at the age of 97 years, three months, 27 days.
Mrs. Lechten was born in the Pea Ridge area near Sullivan, MO on June 18, 1917 to the late Thomas and Sadie (Studdard) Stroup.  She was a life-long resident of the Sullivan area and on September 20, 1936, she was united in marriage to James F. Lechten in Sullivan.  She was a devoted wife and mother who loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was acknowledged as an excellent cook and meticulous housekeeper and was also known as being feisty and having a strong personality.
She is survived by one son, James Lechten and wife, Rosemary; three grandchildren, Patricia Lechten O’Connor, Kristie Mason and husband, Chris, John Lechten and wife, Shannon; five great-grandchildren, Ryan O’Connor, Breanna Lechten-Mason, Isabella Mason, Keeley and Wyatt Lechten; daughter-in-law, Mary Lechten; other relatives and friends. Along with her parents and husband,  Beulah was preceded in death by a son Kenneth, two sisters-in-laws; Virginia McKay Marsh and Emma Melton.
Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m., on Monday, October 20, 2014 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Rob Cardwell officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Sullivan, MO. Visitation was held on Sunday from 4-8 p.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Gerald Nursing and Rehab Center Activity Fund.
Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.