Laverne Tongay of Collinsville, IL, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at the age of 86 years.

Ethel Laverne Broy was born on April 22, 1929 to the late George O. and Vernice C. Furlong Broy at St. Louis, MO. Laverne, as she was known by her family and friends, grew up in St. Louis area and on April 22, 1950, Laverne was united in marriage to Paul C. Tongay and they were blessed with seven children. Laverne was employed by Carter Carburetor for over 20 years as an inspector but her main vocation in life was of a wife and mother.  From 1976 until 1987, Paul and Laverne made their home in the Bourbon and Sullivan area. Paul passed away in 1986 and Laverne moved back to Collinsville to be near her family. For the past several years, she had lived with her daughters who cared for her in their homes. In her free time, Mrs. Tongay enjoyed crocheting, working crossword puzzles and was an avid Cardinals’ Baseball Fan. She will be missed by her family and many friends.

She is survived by seven children; Paul Tongay and wife Mary Kay of Caseyville, IL, Jim Tongay and wife Jeanette of Maxwell, Iowa, Paula Warner and husband, Claude of Seymour, MO, Peggy Jeter-Miller and Terry Miller of Collinsville, IL, Cathy Lasich and husband Edward of Collinsville, IL, Marilyn Schatz and fiancé Richard Bell of Pacific, MO, Tracy DeRossett and husband, Ken of Collinsville, IL; one brother, Gary Broy and wife Margo of Collinsville, IL,  20 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Along with her parents and husband, Paul, Laverne was preceded in death by 2 grandchildren, one great-grandchild and four siblings; Richard “Buddy” Broy, William “Bill” Broy, Audrey Noe and Mary Broy.

Funeral services were conducted 12 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, 347 North Clark, Sullivan, MO with interment in Bourbon Cemetery, Bourbon, MO.

Visitation for Laverne Tongay was from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, at Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Deloris Hoover passed away on March 31, 2016 at the age of 95. She was born in Oklahoma to the union of Guy E. Higgins and Edith (Tyree) Higgins. She was married to Harry C. Hoover in 1942 and to this union, four children were born. Beverly Bailey, Ruth Ann Gilliam, Gary Hoover, and Phillip Hoover. Surviving are her four children; ten grand-children; 21 great-grand children; and six great-great-grand children; two sisters-in-law, Jean Higgins and Betty Higgins.

Preceding Deloris in passing were her husband, Harry Hoover; her parents; and four brothers, Vernon Higgins and wife Marie (Nichols) Higgins, Leland Higgins and wife Helen (Trout) Higgins, Wayne Higgins, and Darrel Higgins.

Visitation and memorial service will be held at the United Methodist Church in Bourbon on April 16, 2016, Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Carl B.” Hunts” Donaldson, Jr., of Leasburg, MO, passed Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the age of 61 years.

“Hunts” as he was known by family and friends was born on August 8, 1954 to Carl B. Donaldson, Sr. and Shirley Marie (Woodward) Donaldson Breitweiser in St. Louis, MO. Hunts attended school and lived in St. Louis until 20 years ago when he made his home in Leasburg. Hunts worked as a handyman for various people in the area, usually for free. He did most everything including; cutting and bailing hay, fixing fence, running a tractor, carpentry work and working cattle. He would lend a hand to anyone in need. In his spare time, Hunts enjoyed fishing.

He is survived by his mother; Shirley Breitweiser of Leasburg, MO; his father and step-mother, Carl B. Donaldson, Sr. and wife June of Iberia, MO; two brothers, Michael Donaldson of High Ridge, MO and Jerry Donaldson of Wentzville, MO; his two dogs, Beast and Buddy; other relatives and friends.

Hunts was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bernie and Alice Donaldson

Graveside services were conducted 3 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Lea Cemetery, Leasburg, MO with burial to follow. 

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

A.O. Northcutt, Jr., of Sullivan, MO, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016 at the age of 87 years.

A.O. was born September 19, 1928 at Algire, MO to Archie O. and Cora M. (Witt) Northcutt, Sr. and was raised in the Indian Creek area near Sullivan. A.O. honorably served his country during WWII with the US Navy in the South Pacific Theater. After his discharge, on December 19, 1947, he was united in marriage to Margaret Connolly in Sullivan, MO, and to this marriage three children were born. Shortly after their marriage, A.O. and Margaret briefly moved back to California, where they originally met, and he became employed in a shipyard at Richmond. They came back to the Sullivan area where A.O. worked in construction for a time in St. Louis and later, would go to work for Laclede Gas Company. He retired from there having been employed for over 30 years. During and after his working years, A.O. was self-employed as a farrier. He was an avid coon hunter and enjoyed playing Blue Grass music. He also was an ardent gardener and fisherman. A.O. was a member of the Church of Christ of Sullivan.

He is survived by his wife Margaret of the family home; one son, Archie Northcutt III of the State of Delaware; two daughters, Peggy McPherson and husband Jim of Sparta, MO and Susan Timlin and husband Tony of Leslie, MO; one brother, Calvin Northcutt of Sullivan; two sisters, Minnie Heitkamp of St. Clair, MO and Peggy Schatz of Sullivan; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Along with his parents, A.O. was preceded in death by six sisters, Gertrude Shanks, Mildred Harms, Elsie Manion, Lucille Brizendine, Edith Doemelt and Ruth Hulsey; and by a brother, Charles Witt.

Funeral services were conducted 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 5, 2016 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Benn Justice officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery in Sullivan. Visitation was held from 5-8 p.m., Monday evening at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. 

Friends may sign the online register book at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Goldie Evelyn Black, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the age of 81 years.

Goldie was born in St. Louis, MO on August 8, 1934 to the late Martin Luther and Lillie (Reeves) Brown. She and her family lived in the rural Bourbon area where she attended Fairview School and later was schooled in the Bourbon School System. Goldie was employed briefly at Du Kum Inn and, for a time, at Paramount Headwear and later, with the former International Shoe Company in Sullivan. Goldie was a homemaker until her children were old enough for her to return to her education and attained her GED and then enrolled at East Central College where she received two Associate of Arts Degrees. She then went to work at Chesterfield Mall for Famous Barr and later at Walmart in Sullivan where she was a cashier for 15 years and was beloved by her fellow workers. On November 25, 1954, she was united in marriage to Carl Allan Black in Ste. Genevieve, MO, and to this marriage three children were born. She loved flower gardening and was known to all as a good cook. Goldie also enjoyed reading and was a movie buff. She was a very caring mother and was always supportive of her children and grandchildren. Goldie was also a member of Holy Martyrs of Japan Catholic Church.

She is survived by her husband Carl Black of the family home; one son, Michael Allan Black and wife Janet of Bowling Green, MO; two daughters, Jackie Marie Johnson and husband Terry of St. Charles, MO and Barbara Jean Black of Sullivan; three brothers, Kenny Brown of the State of California, Frank Brown of Springfield, MO and Eddie Brown of Doniphan, MO; one sister, Shirley McIntosh of Cuba, MO; six grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Along with her parents, Goldie was preceded in death by a brother, David Brown.

A mass of Christian burial was celebrated 10 a.m., Saturday, April 16, 2016 from Holy Martyrs of Japan Catholic Church with the Rev. Father John Patrick Day, C.P. officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery. Visitation was held from 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m., Friday evening at the Eaton Funeral Home, Clark Street location, in Sullivan. Expressions of sympathy made be made to the Holy Martyrs of Japan building fund or masses are preferred. 

The family’s online register may be signed at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Carol Marie McMahan of Sullivan, MO, passed away Sunday, April 17, 2016 at the age of 57 years.

Carol was born on May 4, 1958 to William L. and Naomi Elba Eggman Moore in Anderson, IN. She was raised in Anderson and graduated from Pendenton High School. Carol was employed by Owen and Minors Medical Supply and retired from there due to ill health. She relocated to Sullivan in September 2011. Carol’s children and grandchildren were her life and she loved spending time with them. She also enjoyed working puzzles and crosswords and was a classic movie buff. Carol was raised in the Nazarene faith.

She is survived by one son, Jason Wiley and wife Carissa of Avon, IN; four daughters, Angela Lackey of Anderson, IN, Jennifer Wiley of High Ridge, MO, Jessica Carey and husband Russell of Sullivan, MO, Christina Wiley of Indianapolis, IN; 8 grandchildren; one brother; William Moore of Anderson, IN; two sisters, Sharon Taylor of Anderson, IN, Shirley Hamlin of Ann Arbor, MI; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; William and Naomi Moore and one sister, Naomi Moore.

Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Ron Koppelmann, Jr. officiating. There was a gathering of family and friends from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Nadine M. Hodges, of Sullivan, MO, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at the age of 67 years.

Nadine was born on June 4, 1948 to the late Theodore and Esther May (LaChance) Valley in Spring Bluff, MO. After the death of her mother, Nadine was adopted at age 7 by the Stotler family who lived in the Bonne Terre area. She grew up and attended school there. She was united in marriage to Denny Littrell and a daughter, Tina was born to their marriage. Mr. Littrell preceded her in death. Nadine later married George Hodges who also preceded her in death. Mrs. Hodges was a caregiver by nature and enjoyed swimming and cooking. She loved all animals, especially her dogs and adored her step-grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her daughter, Tina Graves of Sullivan, MO; step-sons, Perry Hodges of FL, Terry Hodges of Owensville, MO; step-daughter, Kellie Hodges of Cuba, MO; a host of step-grandchildren; two brothers, Melvin Valley and wife Janie of Yuma, AZ, Lewis Valley of Bourbon, MO; one sister, Audry Corter of Bonne Terre, MO, long-time companion, Bobby Protte; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Along with her parents and husbands, Nadine was preceded in death by twin step-sons, Ron and Don Hodges; three brothers; and six sisters.

Memorial graveside services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2016 at I.O.O.F. Memorial Cemetery, Sullivan, MO.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Claranne Gargus Bayless of Sullivan, MO, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at the age of 73 years.

Claranne was born on January 5, 1943 in Highland, IL to the late Clarence Bell Gargus, Sr. and Rebecca Ruth Humphrey Gargus. When Claranne was one year old, her family moved to Stanton, MO, where her father operated a sawmill.

Claranne married Vernon Brown, Sr. on July 3rd, 1960. This union brought forth two sons, Wayne Brown and Vernon Brown, Jr., and a daughter, Juanita “Angel” Brown.

Claranne later married Charles W. Bayless on July 30, 1977. Claranne was blessed with two more sons, Charles Bayless and Thomas Bayless.

For the majority of her life, Claranne lived in and was employed in the Franklin County area, most notably, Sullivan.

Claranne lived a family-oriented life. Her priority was providing for her children. Later in life, it would be her grandchildren that she focused most of her time on. Claranne always made sure her children and grandchildren were well taken care of. She liked having the grandchildren for sleepovers at Grandma’s house. She especially looked forward to celebrating birthdays and holidays with them. She felt so much joy watching the younger ones open their presents. For Christmas, to those who may not have gotten a gift of clothing, or toys, or movies or games from Claranne, there was always cookies and fudge. She made so much fudge that if you showed up at her house, you would be leaving with a good amount. (Just be sure to bring her plate back!)

Claranne was artistic, as shown by a few of her paintings that have been displayed. That artistic touch was also on display by the way she decorated her home. There was fine furniture, as well as beautiful pictures, houseplants, and other decor all pieced together and put in place exactly where she wanted them. She took pride in the way her home looked, and it was always clean.

Claranne was hospitable. When you knocked on her door, she opened it with a genuine smile on her face. She enjoyed visitors. If it was morning, there would be a fresh pot of coffee. If you were hungry, Claranne would have a meal on the table for you in short time. If you were tired, you could take a nap and she would be quiet while you slept. Claranne wanted her guests to be comfortable in her home.

Claranne was inquisitive. She spent countless hours researching the Gargus and Boone family lineage. Claranne compiled a large amount of paperwork concerning her family history, and kept them like a prized possession. She would bring up ancestors you have never heard of, but she was so knowledgeable of them that you would think she had known them. She enjoyed discussing these subjects with anyone who was interested.

Another hobby Claranne enjoyed was collecting family pictures. She had multiple pictures of every family member, many framed and proudly on display in her home. She would often have pictures that people had forgotten were taken, or never knew existed at all. As we see today, this is certainly a blessing that she has left us.

Claranne enjoyed family gatherings. She looked forward to Gargus family reunions, float-trips, barbecues, and any other reason to be together with her loved ones. These were also times for her to prepare some of her best dishes for extended family members and friends.

Claranne preferred country music. She enjoyed singers like Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash. Sometimes, a song would bring back memories of her younger days, and she would start retelling a tale of days long past. Other times, Claranne would talk about her dad. He was the hardest worker she ever knew. She would talk about how when she was young, her dad would come home from working at the sawmill, and ask her to fix one of his favorite meals, like only she could. She would brag about her dad like only a loving daughter can do. She missed her daddy so much.

And now, Claranne will also be missed so much by those of us who love her and were blessed to have had her in our lives. We look forward to seeing her beautiful smile again in the Kingdom of our God, and His Son, Jesus Christ.

Claranne is survived by her children; Vernon Brown, Jr. of Sullivan, MO, Angel White and husband Bob of Bourbon, MO, Charles Bayless and wife Andrea of Union, MO, Tom Bayless and wife Jennifer of Bourbon, MO; 12 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, two brothers; Tom Gargus and wife Vicky of Reno, NV, Clarence Bell Gargus, Jr. of Sullivan, MO, two sisters; Martha Jones of St. Clair, MO, and Glenda Bates of Stanton, MO; her grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

Claranne was preceded in death by her parents; Clarence and Ruth Gargus, husband; Charles Bayless, one son; Clyde Wayne Brown, one brother; Charles E. Gargus, a brother-in-law; Jerry Jones, a sister-in-law; Imelda Gargus, a grandson; Brandon White, and a niece; Traci Schuler.

Funeral services wereconducted at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Eaton Southside Chapel, 301 Sappington Bridge Road, Sullivan, MO, with interment in I.O.O.F. Memorial Cemetery withLeroy Wiese officiating.

William L. Seal of Indian Hills Lake, Cuba, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016 at the age of 87 years.
Mr. Seal was born on December 20, 1928 at St. Louis, MO to the late Vernon and Margaret (Tozer) Seal. He was raised in the St. Louis area as a child and later graduated high school.  Mr. Seal then attended what was then known as the Rolla School of Mines and then traveled west to California to attend UCLA. On November 4, 1950, he was united in marriage to Lois Schlothauer at St. Louis, MO and to this union four children were born. Mr. Seal honorably served his country during the Korean War with the U.S. Army and attained the rank of Corporal.  He was awarded an Over-Seas Bar, United Nations Service Medal, and the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star. After his discharge, Mr. Seal worked in Civil Engineering for at time but later became employed at the American Can Company and retired from there after thirty years.  He was an active member of the Sullivan Amateur Radio Club, enjoyed flying model airplanes, and also was a NASCAR racing fan.  Mr. Seal attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Church LC-MS, of Cuba, MO.
He is survived by four children; Robert Seal and wife Linda of Cuba, MO, Suzanne Lesage and husband Robert of Spring Valley, California, Martin J. Seal of Cuba, MO and Linda Wright and husband Monty of Cuba; 3 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; a brother, Robert C. Carey and wife Jo of Ballwin, MO; other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents, Mr. Seal was preceded in death by his wife Lois.
Memorial funeral services were conducted 7 p.m., Friday evening from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with Pastor Joe Pederson officiating. Visitation was held Friday from 4:30 until time of service at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.  Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project. 
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook atwww.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Gary Dale Goddard of Sullivan, MO, passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 at the age of 65 years.
Gary was born in St. Louis, MO, on August 24, 1950 to the late Everett and Virginia (Kearney) Goddard. He was a life-long resident of Sullivan and was a 1968 graduate of Sullivan High School. After graduation, Gary attended Southwest MO State University at Springfield, MO. On July 15, 1989, he was united to Karen Kopp in Sullivan, MO and to this union two daughters were born. Gary was employed at the Chrysler Corporation Plant in Fenton for 32 years and later retired from there. In his retirement, Gary drove a school bus for the Sullivan School System. Gary was fond of sports and was a member of the first Sullivan High School football team, playing the position of Tackle. He also enjoyed rabbit hunting with his beagles and racing his 1968 Camaro. Gary was a member of the Sullivan Fraternal Order of Eagles, lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and member of the National Hot Rod Association. He was known by all to have had a big heart and always gave of himself to others. He had a sense of humor and never talked bad of anyone.
He is survived by his wife Karen of the family home; two daughters, Aurilla and Shayla Goddard, both of the family home; two sisters, Janet Ghased and husband Ray of Ballwin, MO and Launa Goddard of Sullivan; a special nephew, Alex Goddard whom he loved as his own; sister-in-law, Jeanette Kopp of Sullivan; and his caregivers, Ron and Dinna Flynn; other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 26, 2016 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan, MO with Pastor Duke West and Tina Lawrence officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Sullivan. Visitation was held from 4 -8 p.m., Monday evening at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Gary Goddard Sports Scholarship at Sullivan High School. 
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Jennifer Lee Pritchett, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 at the age of 60 years.
Jennifer was born on April 19, 1956 to the late Harold Lee Counsell and Florence Marie Strecker Counsell in St. Louis, MO. On December 29, 1991, Jennifer was united in marriage to Carl Pritchett in Cedar Hill, MO. Jennifer was employed in various positions including the Post Office in Jefferson County, manager of a fireworks store and for the last l2 years as an over the road truck driver. She was very family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Jennifer liked to camp, fish, sew, horses and riding motorcycles with her husband Carl. She was dedicated to her church and loved her church family just as she loved her own large family.
She is survived by her husband Carl Pritchett of Sullivan, MO, two sons; Craig Emann and Connor Pritchett, six daughters; Windi Emann, Jamie Drennen and husband Randy, Amy Ford and husband Christ Allen Ford II, Patsy Schropp, and Creedence and Cassandra Pritchett, 12 grandchildren; Jazmin Stahlman, Bailey Emann, Michael, Mikayla, Madyson and McKenna Drennen, Christ Allen Ford III, Brayden and Isaiah Ford, Desiree Burnett, Shaynne Boyd and Gracie Schropp, one brother; Brian Counsell and wife Gina, a sister in law; Sue Counsell other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents, Jennifer was preceded in death by three children; Keith and Brenna Emann and Christina Pritchett, and two brothers, Michael and Gary Counsell.
Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sullivan, MO with Bishop Karvel Kolfed officiating. Visitation for Jennifer was from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sullivan, MO.
All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.

Richard “Dick” Earl Pennock, Senior of Bourbon, MO, passed away Saturday April 23, 2016 at Meramec Nursing Center in Sullivan.
Richard was born January 17, 1939 in National City, CA. He graduated from Bourbon High School in 1958 and from O’Fallon Tech and Rankin Technical College in 1969. On January 28, 1960, he married Sara “Margie” Margurite Jordan in Sullivan. Richard was employed as a Machinist with Ramsey Corporation for 26 years and loved his work to the extent that he literally whistled while he worked. He retired as a Tool & Die Maker from Kaydon Corporation in 1992.
Richard spent his spare time pursuing his passion in his machine shop where he performed gun repairs and building most anything out of metal. After retirement, he spent most of his time tending to the farm he grew up on.
Richard is survived by his wife, Sara “Margie” Pennock of St. Charles, MO, his daughter Marlene Minaeff of St. Charles, MO, his brother Russell H. Pennock of Kewanee, IL, his sister-in-law Hazel Pennock of Creve Coeur, IL and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Annie Pennock, his son, Richard E. Pennock, Jr., his brothers William and Roland Pennock.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., May 5, at the New Testament Baptist Church in Sullivan, MO.  A gathering of family and friends will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. A reception will be held at the fellowship hall of the church immediately following the ceremony.
Those who desire, may make memorial gifts to the Benevolent Fund of New Testament Baptist Church. 
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Donald Edward Allen, of St. Clair, MO, departed this life at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on April 27, 2016, having reached the age of eighty-four years, two months and twenty-four days.
Don was born in Sullivan, MO, on February 3, 1932, son of Albert Bryant Allen and Hazel Audrey Allen nee Taylor. On April 26, 1958, he was united in marriage to Ione Virginia Simpson and two children came to bless this union.
Don is survived by his son, Perry Allen and companion, Patty Helton, of St. Clair, MO; by his daughter, Spring Wieda and husband, Curt, of St. Clair; by one sister, Juanita Pender of Orlando, FL; by two sisters-in-law, Brenda Gargus of St. Clair and JoAnn Schlafer and husband, Greg, of Berger, MO: by one brother-in-law, Ray Trabue of Thronton, CO; by nieces, nephews, great and great-great-nieces and nephews, cousins and many friends.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Hazel Allen; by his wife, Ione Allen; by two brothers, Douglas and infant Ronald Allen, and by one sister, Janet Trabue.
Don was a Christian man and long-time member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in St. Clair, MO. Don was proud to have served his country as a Corporal in the United States Army during the Korean War, entering March 21, 1952 and receiving his honorable discharge on March 22, 1954. After his discharge, he began his working career with the R and R Railroad as a loader at Union Station in St. Louis, MO. Later, he was employed by Chrysler Daimler Corporation in Fenton, MO, retiring after thirty plus years of service to the company. He was also a retiree of the United Auto Workers, Local 110 of Fenton, MO. Through the thirty years Don was employed by Chrysler he had periods of layoffs and it was during one of those times that he drove a bus for Mid America Coaches, which he thoroughly enjoyed. It was during a model change lay off that Don went to a technical school to learn the auto mechanics trade. In addition to his full time job, Don, with Ione’s help, worked hard at home, raising cattle, hay and crops. He was never idle and was up early each day to keep up everything. He was truly an outdoorsman and loved to go hunting and fishing, especially when Ione went with him. Gardening was another of his hobbies. Don was a kind and compassionate man that never had a cross word for anyone. He was happiest when spending time with his family and many wonderful memories have been created.
Visitation was held on Saturday, April 30, 2016, at Russell Colonial Funeral Home in St. Clair, MO. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in St. Clair, MO. Interment with full military honors was in Anaconda Community Cemetery, St. Clair, MO. Memorials may be made to the church.

Walter E. Adams, of Bourbon, MO, passed away Friday, April 22, 2016 at the age of 94 years.
Walter was born on August 24, 1921 to the late Alexander and Bertha Summers Adams in Hinch, MO. At the age of 21, Walter enlisted in the United States Army and honorably served his country from October 1942 until October 1945. On February 1, 1946, he was united in marriage to the love of life, Evelyn West at Bourbon, MO and three children were born to their marriage, Jimmie Lee, Carolyn Ann and Patricia Ann. Walter and Evelyn had recently celebrated 70 years of marriage. Mr. Adams was employed by the Post Office and Paramount Cap after his service to his country. He worked for the Bourbon School system as a maintenance man and retired from there after many years of service. Walter enjoyed fishing, hunting, especially bird hunting and taking vacations. He was a member of the American Legion Post #81 of Bourbon, MO and a dedicated member of First Southern Baptist Church in Leasburg, MO. 
 He is survived by his wife Evelyn Adams nee West of Bourbon, MO; one son, Jimmie Adams and wife Kathy of Marshall, MO; two daughters, Carolyn Talbot of Springfield, MO, Patricia Pennock and husband Mike of Bourbon, MO; sister-in-law, Leonora Adams of Bourbon, MO; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Along with his parents, Mr. Adams was preceded in death by one brother; Richard Adams, one sister; Nellie Bacon and husband Ross, a sister in infancy, a son in law; Roger Talbot, brother in law; Walter West and wife Eleanora, sisters in law; Virginia Ransom and husband Richard and Nadine Byrd Waisner and brothers in law, Claude Byrd and Roland Waisner.
 A Memorial service was conducted at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at First Southern Baptist Church, Leasburg, MO with Pastor Terry King officiating with Full Military Honors to follow.   Memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project are appreciated in memory of Walter Adams. 
All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Robert Dean Vossbrink, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Monday, April 25, 2016 at the age of 77 years.
Robert was born on February 6, 1939 at University City, MO to the late Russell and Dena (Caldwell) Vossbrink. In his youth, he was raised in the Strain-Japan area until the family purchased a farm in the Stanton area. He was a graduate of Sullivan High School and later was employed in various jobs throughout the area prior to being employed by the US Postal Service as a letter carrier and clerk at the Union Post Office. On May 18, 1974, he was untied in marriage to Anna Mae Mitchell. Robert was fond of fishing and having a good time with his friends. He was raised in the Baptist faith and attended First Baptist Church of Stanton.
He is survived by his wife Anna of the family home; two sons, Doug Vossbrink and wife Vicki of Port Orchard, Washington, and Duane Vossbrink and wife Chris of Merrimac, NH, Dana Dougherty and husband Don of St. Clair, MO; a step-son, Bobby Gene Mitchell of the state of Iowa; a step-daughter, Clara Rice of St. Louis, MO; a half-sister, Brenda Thomas and husband Steve of Stanton, MO; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Charles Vossbrink.
Mr. Vossbrink’s desire was to be cremated and a private family service in scheduled for this summer. Arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Lung Association. 
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Robert Marshall Fields, Jr. of Sullivan, MO, formerly of Eugene, OR, passed away Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at the age of 67 years.
Robert was born on February 25, 1949 to the late Robert M. Fields, Sr. and Bertha Mae Nissen Fields in Eugene, Oregon. For many years, Robert was employed as a supervisor at Valley Pipe Manufacturing Company in Sunnyside, WA. In 2002, Robert relocated to Sullivan and had made his home here until his passing. While living in Sullivan, Robert was employed by Walmart and had made many lasting friendships while working there. On October 4, 2010, Robert was united in marriage to Catharine Hoosemans at Steelville, MO. After retirement, Mr. Fields enjoyed caring for his dogs; Charlie, Reba, Hope, Sadie, Shelia and Misty.
He is survived by his wife; Catharine Hoosemans, two sons; Eric and Grant Fields of Eugene, OR, one daughter; Holly Fields Savage of the state of Washington, one brother; Bill Fields,  his best friend; Sharon Woodburn of Sullivan, MO, grandchildren, nieces and nephews other relatives and many friends.
 Along with his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his sister; Nancy Lee Fields.
It was Robert’s wish to be cremated. A celebration of life will be held at a late time.
All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.

Rick L. Hall of Sullivan, MO, was born to the union of Kenneth and Barbara A. (Neistat) Hall on November 22, 1957 in St. Louis, MO and left from this life suddenly on Monday, April 11, 2016 at his home at the age of 58.

Rick was a Machinist for Ace Manufacturing Company in Sullivan for several years. He honorable served in US Air Force. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals Fan, enjoyed going to rock concerts and regularly donated blood to the American Red Cross. Spending time with his daughter and granddaughter was the most important part of his life.

Rick is preceded in death by his parents Kenneth and Barbara A. (Neistat) Hall; one brother Michael Hall and one sister Lisa Hall.

Those who are left to treasure his memory and to continue his legacy are his daughter Shannon Hall and friend David Bourbon; one granddaughter MacKenzie Hall all of Arnold, MO; one brother Tom and wife Kim Hall; two nieces, Ava and Paige Hall all of Imperial, MO; cousins, coworkers and many friends.

Visitation was held on Friday, April 15, 2016 from 5-8 p.m. at Mizell Funeral Home, 904 W. Washington St. Cuba, MO. Funeral service was held on Saturday, April 16, 2016 11 a.m. at Mizell Funeral Home with Pastor Woodrow Martin, officiating. Interment followed with full military honors at Delhi Cemetery, Cuba, MO.

Appreciated memorials were to the American Red Cross. Online condolences were shared at www.mizellfh.com.

The Mizell Funeral Home was honored to serve the Hall family.

Dona Falloon, of the Bourbon/Sullivan area, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2016 at the age of 84 years, eight months and 11 days.

Dona was born in St. Louis, MO on August 20, 1931 to the late Willard and Margaret (Mitchell) Strauser. She came to live in the Sullivan/Bourbon area when she was in the 7th grade and later graduated from Sullivan High School. Dona had various employment throughout the area that included Crawford Electric CO-OP, the former Bank of Bourbon and for a short time Sullivan High School. Her main vocation, however, was at the Sullivan Community Hospital where she was employed as a medical transcriptionist and retired from there after 16 years. On April 10, 1954, Dona was united in marriage to Louis Falloon at Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan and to this marriage three children were born. She was a devoted member of Temple Baptist Church of Sullivan and was always actively involved in many of the church activities. Dona was especially involved with the BALL Club and would often plan trips for the club and decorate for the meetings. She was also a member of the Dipsy-Doodles, a ukulele band involving several women of the church. She enjoyed ceramics, crafting and traveling and had visited most states and several countries in Europe including Italy, the United Kingdom and Germany. Dona was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Bourbon.

She is survived by her husband Louis Falloon of the family home; three children Mark Falloon and wife Susan of Sullivan, MO, Dawn Falloon of Sullivan and Eric Falloon and wife Jennifer of Punta Gorda, FL; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Along with her parents, Dona was preceded in death by two brothers, Eugene Strauser in his youth and Willard (Bud) Strauser.

Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 6, 2016 from Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery, Sullivan, MO. Visitation was held from 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan, and on Friday from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be made to American Cancer Association Melanoma Research or MRT of Temple Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO. 

Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

James Earl “Jimmy” Mallow of Bourbon, MO, passed away at his home on Monday, May 9, 2016 at the age of 63 years.

Jimmy, as he was known by his family and friends, was born on March 9, 1953 inLeasburg, MO to Kenneth Earl Mallow and Edith Lorene West Mallow. He had lived his entire life in the Bourbon and Leasburg areas. Jimmy was known as the “Can Man” around town as he was always collecting cans along the roadways and doing his part to keep the area clean. He always thought about others and would never spend his money on himself but on his friends when they needed help. Jimmy was loved by all and was always very friendly. He enjoyed fishing and bowling and had participated in the Special Olympics in Bowling. He had also worked at the sheltered workshop in Cuba, MO and for a time in the shelter in Sullivan.

He is survived by his mother, Edith Protte of Bourbon; six brothers, Billy Mallow of Killeen, TX, Roger Protte and wife Peggy of Leasburg, MO, Robert Protte. Jr., of Bourbon, Gary Protte and wife Stephanie of Leasburg, Stanley Protte and Kevin Protte both of Bourbon; two sisters, Betty Stotler and Betty Gargus both of Bourbon; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Charles Idleman officiating. Cremation then followed the services. Visitation was held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., Wednesday at the Eaton Funeral Home, (Clark Street Location) in Sullivan and also on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. 

Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Betty Ryan, of Sullivan, MO, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the age of 90 years.

Betty was born on May 8, 1926 to the late Gordon James and Agnes (Juvani) Conradson in Michigamme, MI. After high school, Betty was employed by the Geological Survey in Michigamme and in 1943, moved to Washington D.C. to continue working for the Geological Survey. On September 30, 1950 Betty was united in marriage to Michael Joseph Ryan in Ishpeming, MI and four children were born to their union.  Mike and Betty made their home in Grants, NM for four years and moved to Sullivan in 1964 where they have been an active part of the community and Saint Anthony Catholic Church. Betty was also employed as a bookkeeper for many years by Holiday Inn and Fashion Shoe Company. She also help at Saint Anthony School as a kindergarten aide and was active in the Ladies Auxiliary which included the preparation of many funeral dinners. In her free time, Betty enjoyed working crossword puzzles and playing Bingo. She was a great cook and was known for her potato salad. She was a wonderful wife, mom and grandma who loved her family. 

She is survived by her husband, Mike Ryan, Jr., four children, Patricia Harmon and husband Paul Jr., Mike Ryan III and Doris Woods, Daniel Ryan and Cindy Wishmeyer, and Thomas Ryan all of Sullivan, MO, 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, 2 great- great-grandchild, one brother; Raymond Conradson and wife Betty of Milwaukee, WI; one sister in law, Sherry Conradson of Ishpeming, MI; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Along with her parents, Betty was preceded in death by two brothers, James and Thomas Conradson and a grandson, Dustin Ryan.

A Memorial Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Sullivan, MO with Father Paul Telken officiating. Memorials to St. Anthony Catholic are appreciated.

All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.