Staff Sergeant Joshua Schoenhoff, active duty, USAF, formally of Bourbon, MO, passed away in Okinawa, Japan at the age of 27 years.
Josh, as he was known by his family and friends, was born in Washington, MO on August 20, 1987 to Tina Blankenship Schoenhoff Hamblin and the late Lenny Schoenhoff. He was a 2006 graduate of Bourbon High School and then continued on with his studies at East Central College at Union, MO. On September 20, 2008, he was united in marriage to Jessica Peterson at Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan.  Josh enlisted in the United State Air Force and had attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and was currently stationed at Robbins Air Force Base Georgia, making his home in Bonaire.  He was known as a strong and hard worker who was close to his family and was a devoted and exceptional husband, father, and son. Josh loved NRHA drag racing and dirt bike racing, going to the race track and working on cars and was especially fond of his 2000 Camaro.  Josh was also a devoted Christian and had a close walk with God and was baptized at Temple Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Jessica of the family home; two children, Kameron and Kaylee Schoenhoff of the family home; his mother and step-father, Tina Hamblin and husband, Charles, of Bourbon, MO; six brothers, Timothy Schoenhoff of Springfield, MO, Aaron Schoenhoff and wife ,Megan, of Pacific, MO, David Schoenhoff and fiancée, Terrie, of Columbia, MO, Nathanial Dotson Bourbon, MO, and Justin and Jacob Hamblin of the state of Michigan; grandmothers, Janice Schoenhoff  and Betty Blankenship; mother-in-law, Shirley Peterson; sister-in-law, Megan McKnight; one niece; three nephews; other relatives and many friends.  Along with his father, Joshua was preceded in death by his grandfather, Marion Blankenship.
Funeral services were conducted 11 a.m., Monday, October 20, 2014 from Temple Baptist Church in Sullivan with Pastor G. Scott Perry officiating. Interment, with full military honors, was in Gerth Cemetery, Bourbon, MO.  Visitation was held at Temple Baptist Church, Sunday evening from 4-8 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Staff Sergeant Joshua Schoenhoff Scholarship Fund c/o First Community National Bank, Sullivan, MO. Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.
Condolences may be offered at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

(February 9, 1934 – October 22, 2014)
Helen L. Ray nee Lutzenberger of Bourbon, MO was born on Friday, February 9, 1934 in Bourbon, MO to Clyde Edgar Lutzenberger and Opal Loraine Mitchell Lutzenberger. She passed away in her daughter’s home on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at the age of 80 years,8 months, and 13 days.
Helen married Ralph E. Ray on May 26, 1951 in Sullivan, MO officiated by Rev. Perkins and spent their honeymoon at the old Sunrise Motel in Sullivan. They purchased their first home in St. Louis, MO where Helen worked as a manager at White Castle. She worked there several years before they decided to purchase a farm in St. Clair, MO. She quickly changed occupations by raising bucket fed calves and duroc pigs. She’s always had a love for animals, especially taking in every stray that wandered into the farm. She raised huge gardens and enjoyed canning the vegetables. In later years, they left the farm and built a new house in Bourbon on her grandparent’s place. Her landscaping skills made this one of the most beautiful homes in Bourbon. She attended First Assembly of God Church in Sullivan, MO for years where she ministered to the shut-ins. She visited them weekly, always taking them gifts. Helen will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Ralph and grandson Corey.
She is survived by her children, Bonnie (Jim) Tullock, Marvin Ray, and Terrie (Frank) Faherty all of Bourbon, MO; grandchildren: Rachel Ray, Matthew and Matt Tullock; 4 great grandchildren, Levi Graddy, Brodie and Cidni Ehren and Brett Bowling; special cousin Marvin Blum of Sullivan, MO; and soon to of been a great great grandmother; nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service was Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 3 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church, 2416 Old Hwy. 66, Bourbon, MO with Pastor Derick Ruble and Rev. Jim Beebe officiating. Memorials were suggested to the Bourbon School Back Pack Program.
Arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, MO.

Delores J. Cline, 78 of Sullivan, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 25, 2014. She was born on October 2, 1936 to the late Lloyd S. and Juanita E. (Lennaman) Moore. She married William H. Cline and he preceded her in death on April 30, 1999.
She is survived by two sons, Robert L. Cline and wife, Karen, and Barry A. Cline; one daughter, Valerie J. Henderson and husband, Steven. Nine grandchildren; Gina, Missy, Shannon, Stacy, Heather, Nicole, Brook, Samantha, and Robert. Seven great-grandchildren; Shyla, Brady, Kaden, Nicholas, Jackson, Kourtney and Abran. One sister, Kathleen M. Moore of York, Pennsylvania.
Delores was also preceded in death by one son, Lloyd B. Cline and a brother John W. Moore.
Funeral services will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jason Bell officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Condolences may be left by visiting www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Alona “Allie” Bernice Sohn, 97 of Sullivan, Missouri passed away on Monday, October 27, 2014 at the Meramec Nursing Center. She was born on June 26, 1917 to the late Thomas Benton and Laura Esther (McCune) Dill.  On February 14, 1937 she was married Orla R. Sohn and to this marriage three children were born. Orla preceded her in death on January 30, 1989.
Allie was a line worker at the former International Shoe Company in Sullivan. She enjoyed music and could play any string instrument by listening by ear.
She is survived by two sons; Jack Sohn and wife, Diane, of Stanton, Missouri and Bill Sohn, and wife, Sally, of the state of South Carolina, one daughter Arlene Hathman and husband, Robert, of Sullivan; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.
Allie was also preceded in death by six brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services were 11 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 30, 2014 from the Chapel of Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with family friend Joyce Bandy officiating.  Interment was in I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Sullivan, Missouri.

William H. Koch of Sullivan, MO passed away quietly in his sleep on             October 24, 2014.  Born August 12, 1922 he lived 92 years, 2 months, and 12 days.
William Hardecke Koch was born on the family farm to William Henry Koch and Kathryn Hardecke Koch. He was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Elmont, MO.
On April 16, 1944 William was joined in marriage to Ruth Martha Esther Steinbach of Hillsboro, MO. Their union was blest with six children. Daughters are Carol Benninghoff (Kenneth) of St. Louis; Janice Meyer (Rev. Del Meyer) of Perham, MN; Phyllis Munson (Charles) of Austin, TX and Sherri Hambleton (Brian) of Leavenworth, KS. Sons are Leroy Koch (Karen) of Shelbyville, KY and Stan Koch (Sue) of Sullivan. He leaves behind 20 living grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren along with many nieces and nephew.
William was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ruth, whom he celebrated 63 years of marriage; brother Rev. Clinton Koch and sisters Andulo Koch, Ruth Ellmer and Kathryn Steinbach; one grandson, William Michael Koch; one great-grandson Jonah William Thompson.
William was a World War II veteran achieving the rank of Sergeant. He served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater. He received a Bronze Star Philippine Liberation, Bronze Star Victory Medal, Good Conduct, and Army of Occupation Medal Japan.
William was affectionately called Bill, Billy or Willy. His primary occupation and great joy was farming the family home place raising grain and livestock. His son, Stan, now owns the farm and continues the tradition. William proudly saw the farm being recognized in 2010 as a Missouri Century Farm.
Bill was also known in the town and surrounding area of Sullivan as an important staff member of the United States Post Office in Sullivan where he worked for 25 years.
William was a member of the Gideon Bible Society for many years.
William’s faith, family and church were of primary importance during his life time. To God be the Glory!
Visitation for William was held on November 1, 2014 at 4 PM, from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. Funeral service was celebrated on November 2, 1:30 PM at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Sullivan with Pastor Tim McCarty officiating.
Interment was in the Koch Family Cemetery on the family farm. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to St. Matthew Lutheran Church.  Friends may sign the family’s on-line guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com

Thomas “Eddie” Rider, of Defiance, MO, passed away at the home of his daughter on Friday, October 31, 2014 at the age of 95 years, six months and five days.
Eddie, as he was known by his family and friends, was born in Coldwater, KS on April 26, 1919. He was one of ten children born to Claude W. and Lova M. (Swift) Rider. While growing up, Eddie lived in various parts of the country which included Kansas, Iowa and Missouri. On May 24, 1940, he was united in marriage to Emma L. Blackwell in St. Charles, MO and to this marriage two daughters were born. Eddie and Emma made their home in Florissant, MO and later, came to the Sullivan, MO area to live. Eddie was an over-the-road truck driver and was employed for Consolidated Freightways for 40 years before retiring. While living in Florissant, he was a member of the Florissant Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder and Sunday school teacher. He loved his church and was known as a good friend to all and never knew a stranger.  Eddie was always optimistic and up-beat and enjoyed writing, playing the guitar and ukulele, and baking.  When living in Sullivan, Eddie was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sullivan where he too, served the Lord as an Elder and was active on several committees.
He is survived by a daughter, Debra Politte and husband, Ron, of Defiance, MO; a son-in-law, Robert Soos of Lake St. Louis, MO; one brother, Neil Rider of Salem, MO and one sister, Inez Wilson of Salem, MO; 9 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends.
Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Emma, and a daughter, Donna Soos.
Funeral services were conducted 12 noon on Monday, November 3, 2014 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with interment in Odd Fellows Memorial Cemetery. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., Monday at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Those who desire may make memorial contributions to the Florissant Presbyterian Church Food Pantry.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Eugene Fred Hopwood, Jr. was born on Tuesday, September 4, 1973 in Sullivan, MO to Eugene Fred Hopwood, Sr. and Sandra Kay (nee Taylor) Hopwood. Eugene passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2014 at the age of 41 years, 1 month and 29 days. On December 22, 1995 Eugene married Tina Gargus in Steelville, MO and to this union three children were born. Eugene accepted the Lord at a young age and was a member of First Baptist Church in Bourbon, MO. He was a supervisor at Georgia Pacific in Cuba, MO. He enjoyed deer hunting, spending time in the woods, collecting guns, stag and Nascar memorabilia, baseball cards and deer sheds. Eugene was preceded in death by his daughter Sydney Taylor Hopwood; uncles Louis Taylor and Rick Hopwood; and grandfathers William Fred Hopwood and Edward Leo Taylor.
He is survived by his wife, Tina Hopwood of St. James, MO; daughter Pacey Madison Hopwood and son Jacob William Hopwood both of St. James, MO; parents Eugene Fred (Sandra Kay) Hopwood, Sr. of Bourbon, MO; parents-in-law Victor (Hazel) Gargus of St. James, MO; brother Timothy Michael (Christine) Hopwood of Stanton, MO; brother-in-law Tony Bergner of St. James, MO; sister-in-law Tammy (Joe) Stamper of Salem, MO; grandmothers Dorothy Hopwood of Bourbon, MO and Mabel Taylor of Sullivan, MO; grandmother-in-law Melba Doss of Steelville, MO; aunts and uncles Brenda (Lonnie) Courtouise and Karen (Arnold) Flowers of Bourbon, MO, Sharon Hopwood of Bourbon, MO, Velma (Gary) Kraemer of St. Louis, MO, Russell (Lisa) Hopwood of Irondale, MO, Edward (Norma) Taylor of Jacksonville, NC, and Joe Taylor of Union, MO; special cousin “No Kill Bill” Hopwood of Colona, IL; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation was Wednesday, November 5, 2014 from 5-8 p.m. at Hutson Funeral Home in Steelville, MO. Funeral Service on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 10 a.m. at Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, MO with Rev. Charlie Idleman officiating. Burial at Delhi Cemetery, Cuba, MO. Memorials are suggested to the family for the children’s educational fund.
Arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, MO.

Laurel Ann (Russell) Skeen, age 61, died Friday, October 24, 2014, at her home in Sullivan, ending her heroic battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born February 19, 1953 in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Jesse and Lola (King) Russell. She was a graduate of South Iron High School Annapolis MO.
Laurel was united in marriage to Robert Skeen on December 22, 1972.
Always a sweet, caring person and a friendly face, Laurel worked many years as a cashier at Mobil in Sullivan before her cancer diagnosis and stroke in 2009. Her fighting spirit and love of life is an inspiration; her pride and joy were her children and grandchildren.
Laurel was preceded in death by her parents; her sister Joyce (Russell) Morehouse, and an infant brother Carl Gene Russell.
She is survived by her husband Robert Skeen; daughters Robin (Skeen) Helm, and Emily Skeen, all of Sullivan; a sister Phyllis (Russell) Zeleny and husband, Stephen, of Arcadia, MO; a brother Richard King and wife, Gloria, of North Carolina; grandchildren Nathan Helm, Jessica Helm, Brenden Jennings, Trace McGraw and Teagen McGraw; as well as a host of nieces and nephews and many friends.
Final arrangements were made by Eaton Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held at the American Legion, Bourbon, MO, on Sunday, November 23 from 1-4 p.m. to celebrate Laurel and her love for life.
For those wishing to send a Memorial Contribution for final expenses, they may be made to Eaton Funeral Home, 347 North Clark, Sullivan, MO 63080.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Nellie Mae Alexander, age 84, of Sullivan, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2014 at her home surrounded by her family.
Nellie was born October 31, 1930, daughter of the late John and Mae (Kates) Ratliff in Bourbon, MO. She was united in marriage to Carl Wayne Alexander on August 28, 1950 in Arkansas. Nellie was a long-time employee of Midwest Shoe Company where she was a sample sewer. Carl and Nellie made their home on Jackson Street and enjoyed spending time outdoors; hunting and fishing. They were one-time active members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Arie No. 3781 of Sullivan.
Nellie is survived by her son, Larry Alexander and wife, Kelly Rose of Sullivan, two grandchildren; Carl Alexander of Sullivan and Rena Alexander of Tucson, AZ, three great-grandchildren, Devon Mercer of Sullivan, MO, Nicholas Romanelli and Anthony Alexander of Tucson, AZ, one sister, Ethel Bowen of Sullivan, one sister in law, Martha Ratliff of Eureka, MO, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents, Nellie was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Alexander, one brother, John Ratliff and one sister, Opal Ratliff.
Funeral services were conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday, November, 12, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Mr. Jim Eaton officiating.
Burial was at Gerth Cemetery. Family received friends Wednesday, from Noon till time of service at 2 p.m.
All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.
Condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Dr. David R. Giem, M.D., of Sullivan, MO, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 at the age of 68 years, three months and 23 days.
Dr. Giem was born in Loma Linda, CA on July 12, 1946 to Ruth Anneke (Van der Ende) Giem Edwards and the late Dr. Ross Nye Giem, M.D. He graduated from Walla Walla University then entered Loma Linda Medical School. Dr. Giem practiced medicine from 1976 until retirement in 2013. He was devoted to compassionate care for his patients. In June of 1973, he was united in marriage to Ellen Violet Baptist at Berrien Springs, MI, and to this marriage four children were born. He loved flying and was an accomplished pilot. He also enjoyed building model airplanes, reading, hiking and time with his family. Dr. Giem was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church of Bourbon, MO.
He is survived by his wife, Ellen of the family home; one son, Andrew Giem and wife, Marianela of Sacramento, CA; three daughters, Melinda Baysinger and husband, James of Jefferson City, MO, Laura Giem of Jefferson City, and Crystal Giem Similio and husband, Christian of Altamonte Springs, FL; his mother, Ruth Giem Edwards of the state of Idaho; four brothers, John Giem of Delano, CA,  Paul Giem and wife, Marla, of Loma Linda, CA, James Giem and wife, Dawna, of Widby, Washington,  and Ross Giem III and wife, Jodi, of Napa, Idaho, one sister, Julie Giem Hill and husband, Jeff, of California, two grandchildren, Ian and Elijah Baysinger; other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 from 3-5 p.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Private funeral services were held later that evening at the Seventh Day Adventist Church , Bourbon, MO, with cremation following.  Expressions of sympathy may be made to 3 ABN Network or HOPE TV. com.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Patricia C. Tilley, of Park Hills, MO, formally of Sullivan, MO, passed away at Missouri Baptist Hospital in St. Louis County at the age of 61 years, 12 months, and 20 days.
Patricia was born on December 16, 1952 in St. Louis, MO to LeBonna Faye (McMillian) Summers and the late Charles Monroe Summers. She was raised there and later graduated from Ritenour High School.  Patricia entered Beauticians School and received her license, however she went on to Nursing School and received her LPN Certificate. She was employed for a time at the local hospital and later the prisons at Huntsville, TX and Potosi, MO. On September 8, 1979, she was united in marriage to Terry Bonney. He preceded her in death on March 18, 1991. In September of 1994, Patricia married Billy G. Tilley in Potosi, MO and they made their home in Park Hills. She was known as a level-headed woman who never met a stranger. She was a very giving person and would help anyone in need.  She dearly loved her dog, Hobo, and enjoyed cooking shows and reading and using cookbooks.
She is survived by her husband Billy of the family home,; two step-daughters, Shana Degonia and husband, Shane, of Park Hills, MO and Cynthia Lemons and husband, Kenneth, of Lake City, TN; her mother, LaBonna Faye Summers of the state of Texas; a brother, Charles Jerry Summers and wife, Jessica of Hawley, PA; two sisters, Sandy Fortin and husband, Jorge of the state of Texas and Terrie Gaskill and husband, Bob of Sullivan, MO; and sister-in-law Judy Summers; and though having no children of her own, she dearly loved Jarrod and Brooke Gaskill, Rebecca and Justin Booth, Stephanie Heath, Stacy Ogden and Summer Beeman, Gary, Jen and Mark Summers all as her own; other relatives and friends.
Along with her father, Charles Summers and first husband, Terry Bonney, Patricia was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Summers in August 2014.
Funeral services were conducted at 3 p.m., Sunday, November 9, 2014 at New Testament Baptist Church in Sullivan, with Pastor Charles Idelman officiating. Interment was in Odd Fellows Cemetery. Visitation was held from 1-3 p.m. at New Testament Baptist Church.  In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to   Shriners Hospital.
Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO.
Condolences may be made at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Glenda Joy Huskey, of Sullivan, MO, formerly of St. Louis, MO, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014 at the age of 75 years.
Glenda was born on May 6, 1939 to the late Arvel and Ruby (Boyles) Hicks in Marley, MO. She attended Freemount Grade School and McKinley High School. On March 13, 1964, Glenda was united in marriage to Vernon Huskey and they made their home in the St. Louis area. Mr. Huskey preceded her in death in 1977. Mrs. Huskey was employed by Nies and Artcraft as a bookbinder for many years and was a member of the teamsters union. In 1999, Glenda moved to the Sullivan area to be close to her family. She was known as a joyful person who liked to play bingo, joke around and have fun. She was very artistic, enjoying crafting and making cakes. Glenda loved her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great­-grandchildren. Mrs. Huskey was of the Lutheran faith.
She is survived by two sons, Dennis Harman and fiance, Shiela Wehmeyer, of Owensville, MO and Ronald Huskey and wife, Becky, of St. Louis, MO, one daughter, Christina Timmermann and husband, Tracy, of Sullivan, MO, one sister Janice Hegger and husband, Donald, of Lake Ozark, MO, 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren with one on the way, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Along with her parents and husband, Vernon Huskey, Glenda was preceded in death by two children, Daniel and Becky Huskey and one sister, Venita Bauman.
Funeral services were conducted at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan, MO with Duke West officiating.
Interment was in National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks, MO.
Visitation was from 3:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at the Eaton Funeral Home, 347 North Clark, Sullivan, MO. Online condolences may be sent to www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Carol Jean Foster Hebert nee Mercer, of Sullivan, MO, passed away at the Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, KS on Friday, November 7, 2014 at the age of 67 years.
Carol was born on November 19, 1946 to the late John Thomas and Marie (Bridgeman) Mercer at Sullivan, MO. She lived the majority of her life in the Sullivan area and on August 2, 1962 was united in marriage to George Foster. Mr. Foster preceded her in death on November 1, 1988. Carol received her LPN license in 1977 and was employed by the Sullivan Community Hospital.  She then earned her RN Degree and worked for Skaggs Hospital in Branson, MO. She retired after 34 years in the nursing field. Carol then returned to the Sullivan area where she enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. Carol enjoyed flower gardening and was described as a generous, sweet and kind person. Carol was a member of Pea Ridge Pentecostal Church.
She is survived by two sons, Danny Foster and Glen Foster and wife, Tonia, all of Sullivan, MO; two daughters, Connie Carter and husband, Ken, and Carla Keys and husband, Mark, all of Kirbyville, MO; seven brothers, Junior Mercer and wife, Teresa, of Bourbon, MO, Bobby Mercer and wife, Sarah, of Sullivan, Wayne Mercer of Berryville, AR, Glenn Mercer of Owensville, MO, and Clifton Mercer of Cuba, MO, and David Bridgeman and wife, Anna Nelle, of Potosi, MO; three sisters, Patsy Payne and husband, Rick, of Sullivan, MO, Connie Baum and husband, Harry, of Kansas City, MO, Margaret Buckner, and husband, Leslie,of Doniphan, MO; 15 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents and husband George Foster, Carol was preceded in death by two brothers, Leroy and Ronnie Mercer.
Funeral services were conducted at 12 noon on Thursday, November 13, 2014 from the First Assembly of God in Bourbon with Pastor John Ripley and Pastor Derick Ruble officiating.  Interment was in Chapel Hill Cemetery, rural Sullivan, MO.
Visitation was held from 10:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the First Assembly of God in Bourbon. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Carol Foster Memorial Fund, c/o the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri.
Condolences may be made at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Taresa L. Courtright, of Highland, CA, formerly of Bourbon, MO, passed away Friday, November 7, 2014 at the age of 90 years, 10 months and 21 days.
Taresa was born in Goff, KS on December 16, 1923 to Bryan Emmerson and Blanche Lorraine (Hyde) Benback. Later in life, she moved to the State of California. She was, for a time, married to Ronald LaClaire.  After Ronald died, she was married to Jack Harrell. He too, preceded her in death and Taresa then married Paul Courtright. Taresa was an Avon Representative for 15 years and had won the prestigious Abby Award, for having reached various sale goals.  She was also inducted into the Presidents Club of Avon. In her early years, she was known as a rock hound and would cut and polish her collected stones and make handcrafted jewelry. She also enjoyed photography, traveling and the outdoors. Her true gift was making Christmas ornaments from various items of nature she found in the desert such a rocks and driftwood.  Taresa was a devout animal lover. She never harmed a living thing up to the point of giving ants and bees water and food. Taresa was a member of the Lion’s Club Ladies Auxiliary and the Assembly of God in Bourbon.
She is survived by a daughter, Trixie May Ferrell of Highland, CA; one sister, Rae Jean Robison of Bourbon, MO; two grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Along with her parents and husbands, Taresa was preceded in death by a son-in-law, John Dallas Ferrel;  grandchild, Teri; one brother, Floyd Benback and two sisters, Naomi Builder and Eva May Derr.
Funeral services were conducted at 12 noon on Saturday, November 15, 2014 from the Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Duncan Skiles officiating. Interment was in Bourbon Cemetery, Bourbon, MO. Visitation was held from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 12 p.m. at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Condolences may be sent to www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Timothy Roy Logan, son of Victor and Mildred Logan, passed away peacefully at his home on November 15, 2014 at the age of 67.
Tim grew up in Washington County, MO, attended the one-room, Pea Ridge grade school, graduated from Sullivan High School in 1964, and attended the Kansas City Art Institute. In 1967, Tim married Linda Zelch of Japan, MO and they had three children.
Shortly after getting married, the newlyweds started their adventure together with a move to Buffalo, NY and then on to Houston, TX, before finally returning to the Washington County area to put down their roots.
Tim started his painting career in industrial coatings and sand blasting, working on bridges, barges, and water towers. He transitioned into painting commercial and residential buildings, and for 17 years, owned T Logan Painting, specializing in historical restoration. He was particularly proud of his restoration work on many of the pavilions at Tower Grove Park in St. Louis. From 1984 to 1993, he and Linda also owned the local Sullivan Sears Catalog store. After working in St. Louis all day, he would deliver and install appliances in the evening.
Tim’s true passion was woodworking. He had sawdust in his blood, sawdust in his hair and clothes, and scattered sawdust all through the house. He designed and built their home, much of the furniture, and the beautiful turned bowls and vases that decorated every shelf. From the paintings on the walls to the sculptures in the yard, his artistic touch was everywhere.
Tim enjoyed traveling, having been to all 50 states, most of the Canadian provinces, and even South Korea. He never missed a chance to dance, especially a slow waltz, he enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, and his favorite food was anything chocolate.
One of Tim’s joys in early retirement was helping friends and family build their own homes. He traveled as far as Nevada and Hawaii to share his time, labor, and expertise. Another joy of retirement was clearing out brush, mowing fields, and burning brush piles. He took pride and pleasure in transforming Washington County woods into his personal park. One of his final projects was planting hundreds of oak and walnut seedlings for future generations to enjoy.
He is survived by Linda, his wife of 47 years; son Timothy (Tee) and wife, Ginger, of Pearland, TX; daughter Amy and husband, Lloyd, Herbert of Shiloh, IL; and daughter Lilly and husband, Rodney, Haanpaa of Sullivan, MO, as well as nine grandchildren: Jeremiah, Mitchell, Madeline, Grayson, Lincoln, and Lydia Herbert; Tyler and Andrew Haanpaa; and Fairen Childs. He is also survived by his brother Ted Logan with his wife, Nancy, and his sister Sue with her husband, Ronnie, Miller. His extended family by marriage include the Zelch’s: Dot, Glenn and Barbara, Clyde, Fred and Kathy, Joe and Sharon, Vern and Sheila, Randy and Barb, Steve and Deanna, and Krystal and Dennis Hulsey.
He was preceded in death by his parents Victor and Mildred Logan, brother-in-law Charlie R. Zelch, sister-in-law Sharie Jean Zelch, and three nephews: David Miller, Zach Zelch, and Kyle Zelch.
A memorial gathering was held on Friday, November 21 at the Bourbon Community Center beginning at 4 p.m. with the memorial service at 6 p.m.

Norman C. Stoddard, of Bourbon, MO, passed away at Mercy Hospital at Washington, MO on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at the age of 86 years five months and nine days.
Norman was born on June 14, 1928 in New York, NY to Chester and Frances (Parker) Stoddard. After graduating high school, he became employed in the construction trade in Boston. In the 1950’s, he came to Missouri and settled in the Elsberry area continuing his profession as a residential carpenter.  Norman retired and came to Bourbon, MO in 1993.  He was an avid football fan and the St. Louis Rams was his favorite team. Norman enjoyed fishing and hunting and being in the outdoors and also found enjoyment in all sports. Norman also appreciated a good cigar. On February 28, 2004, he was united in marriage to Brenda Licklider Davis.
He is survived by his wife Brenda of the family home; two sons, Michael Stoddard and wife, Carol, of O’Fallon, Missouri and David Stoddard of the state of Louisiana; three step-sons, Jason Davis and wife, Shannon, Jeff Davis and Jeremey Davis and companion, Summer Beeman; two daughters, Susan Stoddard of O’Fallon, MO and Karla Jones of Wentzville, M); a sister, Elizabeth Simms of Nantucket Island, MA; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 5 step-great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, Norman was preceded in death by two sons, Kim and Norman, Jr., and one sister, Virginia Hornor.
Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m., Wednesday, November 26, 2014 from the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan with Pastor Jeff Reed officiating. Interment was in Crow Cemetery. Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m., Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan.
Friends may sign the family’s online guestbook at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Robert Gerold Francis Sr, 70, of rural Sullivan, passed away Monday, November 24, 2014 at his home surrounded by his family. Robert was born January 5, 1944 to the late Woodrow and Faye (Shirley) Francis in Poplar Bluff, MO. He married Rayma G. Weiss. They celebrated 50 years of marriage on October 25, 2014. She survives of the home.
Robert is also survived by one son, Robert G. Francis, Jr. and wife, Lisa, of Kansas City, MO, one daughter, Cynthia A. Pence and husband, Randolph, of Sullivan, four grandchildren, Robert G. Francis III and wife, Sara, Heather R. Niere and husband, Scott, Randolph W. Pence, Jr. and Ryan T. Pence. Three great-grandchildren, Camden W. Pence, Olivia P. Niere and Theadosia J. Niere. Four brothers, Garlin Francis, (preceded in death) Kenneth Francis, Arlan Francis and Roger Nichols; and two sisters, Kathy Pettit and Regina Velafquez.
Robert loved to hunt and fish. He enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a loving, kind, gentle man, willing to help anybody in need. Robert was quick with a smile and a joke. Retiring in 1998, he had worked for McDonald Douglas Aircraft for 35 years as an aircraft inspector.
Robert’s wishes were to be cremated. No services are planned at this time. The family was cared for by the Eaton Funeral Home of Sullivan, MO.
Online condolences may be left by visiting www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Paul Reinhardt Plafcan passed away peacefully on November 24, 2014, at the age of 85 years 4 months and 5 days.
Paul was born on July 19,1929, Madison, IL to the late Paul and Esther (Nehls) Plafcan. Later, the family moved to St. Charles, MO.
He served his country in the United States Army from 1947 to 1952 during the Korean War, where he received an Occupation Medal (Germany) and a good conduct Medal. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 3987.
Paul was united in marriage to Florence Broniszewski (deceased) in St. Louis, MO where they lived and raised two daughters and a son. He loved to be around family and friends. He liked to tell his children stories of his younger days where he spent his summers working at his Aunt Clemie’s farm. He also liked to hunt and often took his family on fishing trips and yearly vacations.
Paul lived most of his life in St. Louis, MO working as a furniture salesman until he retired in 1991. He moved to Sullivan, MO in 2009, where he lived until his passing. He will be missed by his family and friends, especially his friends from his VFW Post 3897.
He is survived by his daughter, Cynthia R. Plafcan and special friend, Tom Turner; son Ronald and wife, Elaina, Plafcan; daughter Deborah Plafcan; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, one brother and three sisters, and many other family members.
A memorial service was held at VFW Post 3987 Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 11 a.m. Burial was at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery.

(November 15, 1916 -
November 28, 2014)
Edith M. Hamlin, of St. Peters, MO was born on November 15, 1916 in Laverne, OK to Thomas Nelson Land and Gertrude Josie Goodale Land. At three years old, her father passed away and she was raised by her stepfather Albert C. Land. She went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 28, 2014 at the age of 98 years.
She married Albert E. Hamlin on March 17, 1933 in Venice, IL and to this union seven children were born. Edith made a profession of faith in 1936 at First Baptist Church, Leasburg, MO and was baptized in the Meramec River at Davis Ford. She moved back to Crawford County in 1961 from St. Louis, MO. She, later, was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church where she taught adult Sunday School class and was active in the Women’s Missionary Union (WMU). She also, volunteered many hours at the Agape House in Bourbon, MO. She was a wonderful homemaker and especially enjoyed sewing, but loved her family dearly who will greatly miss her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Albert; son Irwin Hamlin; stepfather Albert C. Land; brothers William Jackson Land and Albert D. Land; stepbrothers Eulis (Margaret) Land, Ernie Cole, Leslie Land; stepsister Opal Jonas; sisters-in-law Viola Hertel, Virginia Fife and Ethel Reynolds.
She is survived by her children Barbara (Charles) Rogers and Thomas (Shirley) Hamlin of O’Fallon, MO, Howard (Mary) E. Hamlin of Annapolis, MO, Jackie (Steve) Vaughn of Viburnum, MO, Linda (Rich) Pieper of Sunrise Beach, MO and Duke (Donna) Hamlin of Rochester, NY; daughter-in-law Joan Hamlin of Lake St. Louis, MO, half-brother Leon (June) Land of Charleston, MO; sisters-in-law Millie Land of St. James, MO and Mary Cole of Chesterfield, MO; 23 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; 20 great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Visitation is Friday, December 5, 2014 from 10 a.m. -12 noon and Funeral Service at 12noon at Crossroads Baptist Church, Leasburg, MO with Rev. Duke Hamlin officiating. Burial at Crossroads Cemetery, Leasburg, MO. Memorials may be given to Crossroads Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, MO.

Veneta Imodell “Dale” Price, age 77, of Sullivan, passed away Monday, December 1, 2014. She was born July 18, 1937 in Hays Township, Greene County AR, to the late Harvey and Donnye (Howell) Mears.
She married Elzie M. Price on September 6, 1953 in Mississippi. He preceded her in death on May 1, 2000.
“Dale” is survived by two children. One son, Leon and wife, Beverly; one daughter Carmel Edwards and significant other, Tony Adams, all of Sullivan. Two grandchildren, David Price and Christopher Edwards. One nephew who was living with her, Christopher Gruber. Four close friends, Rhonda, Shirley, Dena and Carol. Many other nieces, nephews and friends.
She was also preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
“Dale” worked for Walmart for 27 years. She loved to work in the sunshine tending her garden.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2014 at the Eaton Funeral Home in Sullivan. The family received friends Thursday from 1 p.m. till time of service. Burial followed in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery.
Condolences may be left by visiting www. eatonfuneralhome.com.