Bates County Obituaries

 
 

NAPTON, Clyde E. (1923 - 2008)
Mullinax Funeral Home
Clyde E. Napton, March 15, 1923 - August 17, 2008 - Clyde E. Napton passed away Sunday, August 17, 2008, at the Adrian Manor in Adrian, Mo., at the age of 85 after spending his entire life farming. Clyde was born March 15, 1923 at the Napton Farm near Drexel to Frank and Lizzie Ethel (Williams) Napton. He accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at the age of 15. He attended the Calvert School. Fifty-nine years ago, on December 12, 1948 he was united in marriage to Eunice Ketner; she survives. He is also survived by their three children: Darrell and wife Luanne of Brookings, South Dakota; Philip and wife Toreca of Drexel, Mo., and Janice Blair and husband Kevin of Olathe, Kan. Clyde is also survived by his sister, Letha Schultz of Lee’s Summit, Mo., and three grandchildren: Clint Napton and wife Cathy of Soda Springs, Idaho.; Brett Napton and wife Jessica of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; and Kyle Blair of Olathe, Kan.; as well as one great-grandchild, Shane Napton of Soda Springs, Idaho. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was a faithful member of the South Fork Baptist Church near Drexel, serving as a deacon, Sunday School teacher, and other duties. He was always willing to help any neighbors, and he loved children. Visitation will be from 7-8:30pm Tuesday, August 19, 2008, at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel. A funeral service will be at 11am Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at the South Fork Baptist Church, with burial to follow in Sharon Cemetery near Drexel. Memorial contributions in Clyde’s name are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, and may be left in care of the funeral home. Written messages may be sent to the family using the website www.mullinaxfh.com. The family is being assisted by Mullinax Funeral Home: 816-657-4400.