Nodaway County, Missouri Obituaries H-names
Most of these death/funeral notices are from the Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[101] Hagey, Joyce Iola Hagey, 73, Clarinda, IA, died Tuesday, October 30, 2007, at her home.
Funeral services were held Thursday, November 1, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda, with Rev. Loren Daly officiating. Interment was at Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Jct.
Memorials are suggested to East Page County Cancer Society.
Arrangements were under the direction of Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda.

[102] Hagey, Lauretta "Jean," age 75, of Burlington Junction, Missouri died Thursday, October 05, 2006 at Beverly Healthcare, Maryville, Missouri. Services were held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 7, 2006 at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Burlington Junction, Missouri.

Visitation at the church was 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. followed by a prayer service at 8:00 p.m. at St. Benedict Catholic Church, Burlington Junction, Missouri. Burial was in the Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Junction, Missouri. A memorial will be established. Barr-Merrick Funeral Chapel, Burlington Junction, Missouri was in charge of arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.walker-merrick-wolfe-barr.com.

Lauretta Jean Hagey was born October 18, 1930, near Burlington Junction, Missouri, to Harold and Marcella (Lyle) Hackett. She graduated from Burlington Junction High School. She was united in marriage January 4, 1951 at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, Burlington Junction to Donald Hagey.

Lauretta was a homemaker and wife and raised her five children and then she started a new career as a certified nurses' aide. She has been employed at Beverly Healthcare Center for twenty-eight years where she was devoted to the care of the residents and a good friend to her co-workers. Her family and her occupation were her main interests. She was a member of St. Benedict's Catholic Church.

Survivors include her husband, Donald Hagey of the home; five children, Greg Hagey of St. Joseph, Missouri, Beth Sybert and husband Dewayne of Mound City, Missouri, Janelle Frueh and husband David of Maryville, Missouri, Lisa Conley and husband Terry of Gentry, Missouri, and Michael Hagey and wife Jessica of Platte City, Missouri; thirteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren; sister, Phyllis Culver and husband Loren of Westboro, Missouri, Linda Davenport and husband Randy of Burlington Junction, Missouri and brother, Bill Hackett and wife Teresa of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and a sister-in-law, Mae Hackett of St. Joseph, Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Bob Hackett.

[103] Hamilton, Arthur William, son of James Elmer and Ethel Louise (Burrett) Hamilton, was born on December 15, 1927, at Elmo, Missouri. He passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at the Garden View Care Center in Shenandoah, where he had been a resident.
His early life was spent in the Elmo area, where he grew up. Arthur graduated from Westboro High School with the Class of 1946. On December 26, 1948, Arthur was united in marriage to Donna Jean Armstrong at Tarkio, Missouri. Following their marriage they farmed at Elmo for six years before moving to a farm near Northboro, Iowa, in 1955. Arthur continued farming until 1968. At that time they moved to Maryville, Missouri, where Arthur was manager of the Mutz Oil Company until 1980. He last worked as a salesman for Baum Iron Co. in Omaha, Nebraska, until his retirement. Upon Arthur’s retirement they moved to Mound City, Missouri. Arthur later moved to Shenandoah, Iowa, where he lived out his remaining years.
While living in Northboro, Arthur was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Shenandoah. When they moved to Maryville, he became a member of St. Gregory’s Catholic Church. Arthur enjoyed farming and raising livestock. He had a special love for raising sheep. He also enjoyed working in his yard and old Farmall Tractors.
Preceding Arthur in death were his parents, Elmer Hamilton, Ethel Louise and stepmother, Delores Edna Hamilton. Survivors include his five children, Donna Hamilton of Omaha, NE, Mary Tuggle and husband Jim of Shenandoah, IA, Mark Hamilton and wife Barb of Winfield, IA, Jim Hamilton of Council Bluffs, IA, and Jay Hamilton and wife Denise of Omaha, NE; eight grandchildren, Zachary and Molly Tuggle, Katie and Natalie, Megan, Trevor, Drake and Craig Hamilton; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
“Dad tragically lost his mother at the young age of five. It was something from which he never fully recovered. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1993. Dad gave it a good fight. He was persistent and always had a dream. When it came to his children, he was always there for us. May you be in peace Dad, with your mother ever so present. See you later.”
Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 27, 2006, at 10:00 a.m. at the Elmo United Methodist Church in Elmo, Missouri. Words of comfort were given by Pastor Cynthia Dubovich. Musical selelctions were "The Old Rugged Cross", "How Great Thou Art" and "Amazing Grace". Caring for flowers were Iva Hamilton, Joan Hamilton and Izetta Castillo. Attending the memory register were Barbara Hamilton and Denise Hamilton. Honorary bearers were Zach Tuggle, Trevor Hamilton, Drake Hamilton, Craig Hamilton, Phil Morris, Glen Morris, Marlin Tiemann and Don Adams. Casket bearers were Mark Hamilton, Jay Hamilton, Jim Hamilton, Harry Hamilton, Joe Hamilton, Sr., Joe Hamilton, Frank Manes and Keith Finley. Interment was in the High Prairie Cemetery at Elmo. The Hackett-Livingston Funeral Home of Shenandoah was in charge of the arrangements.

[104] Hanes, Egbert George, 71, Ravenwood, died Monday (Nov 17, 1986) at his home.

He was born Dec 10, 1914 to George Ellis Hanes and Mary Metta Reese.

He married Thelma Rose Cornett July 12, 1939, in Topeka, Kans.

Mr Hanes was a retired farmer and a member of the Ravenwood United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Weekend Wanderer's and Good Joe's camping clubs.

He was preceded in death by a brother in infancy.

He is survived by his wife, Thelma Rose Hanes, of the home; two sons, J.R. (Janice) Hanes, Wellington, Colo and Eldon (Dannie) Hanes, Brookfield, Mo; two daughters, Marifaye (Stephen) Wisemore, Kansas City, and Kathy (Joe) Dennis, Kansas City; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; two sisters, Zenna Drake, San Jascinto, Calif and Myrtle Herde, Ravenwood and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation is anytime at the Price Funeral Home, maryville.

Funeral services are set for 10:30 am Thursday (Nov 20, 1986) at the Price Funeral Home, Maryville. The Rev Sandra Monsees Davis will officiate.

Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ravenwood.

Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Fund.

Price Funeral Home Inc, Maryville, is in charge of services. Maryville Forum, Maryville, Mo Nov 18, 1986

[105] Hann, Donna Jean Egbert, age 70, of Burlington Junction, Missouri, passed away January 22, 2005, at Community Hospital, Fairfax, Missouri. Funeral services were held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 25, 2005, at the United Methodist Church, Burlington Junction, Missouri with Rev. Kevin Marsten officiating. There was open visitation at Barr-Merrick Funeral Chapel. Burial was at the Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Junction, Missouri. The family suggests memorials be directed to the United Methodist Church or to the American Cancer Society. Barr-Merrick Funeral Chapel, Burlington Junction, Missouri was in charge of arrangements.
Donna Jean Hann was born March 4, 1934, at Burlington Junction, Missouri to Donald and Eva (Spargur) Egbert. She graduated from the Burlington Junction High School in 1952. Donna was a homemaker and has lived most of her life in Burlington Junction. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women's Society. She married William I "Bill" Hann, March 15, 1952 at Kansas City, Missouri and they have shared nearly fifty-three years of marriage.
Survivors include her husband, Bill of the home; her five children, Beth and Mike Walker of Burlington Junction; Johnny and Connie Hann of Greenwood, Indiana; Kathy and Jon Engstrand of Braddyville, Iowa; Billy Richard and Shelly Hann of Corinth, Texas; and Jane and Steve Nauman of The Colony, Texas; a sister, Judy Carroll of Omaha, Arkansas; fourteen grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two infant brothers, Larry and Lanny Egbert.

[106] Hann, Donna Jean, 70, Burlington Jct., died Saturday, January 22, 2005, at Community Hospital, Fairfax. Funeral services were held Tuesday, January 25, at the United Methodist Church, Burlington Jct. Burial was at the Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Jct. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[107] Hardesty, Carolyn Sue, 66, Maryville, died Friday, July 26, 2007, at her home in Maryville.
Graveside services and inurnment were held Thursday, August 2, at Nodaway Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Maryville, with the Reverend Robert Ceperley officiating.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[108] Hardy, Earl Hale, 83, Maryville, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2007 in St. Joseph at Heartland Hospital.
Earl was born August 26, 1923 in Grant City, Missouri to Milo and Floy (Coverdell) Hardy. Earl married Madge Ileana Bunker on July 18, 1945 in Troy, KS.
Survivors include his wife, Madge of 61 years; his children, David (Carolyn) Hardy, Grant City; Barbara (Jim) Matteson, Bartlesville, OK; Karen (Frank) Ross, Ames, IA; Nancy (Cliff) Penserum, Columbia; Mike (Carolyn) Hardy, Maryville; Pat (Sue) Hardy, Grant City; Janice (Chuck) Borey, Grant City; Darla Runyon, Steve Runyon, Maryville and James (Peggy) Hardy, Afton, IA. Twenty-four grandchildren: Julia Moore, Jane Gabriel, Susan Newman, Cynthia Studer, Brian Hardy, Joe Matteson, Zachary Ross, Jacob Ross, Brandon Ross, Jerome Starke, Jonathan Starke, Tonya Hardy, Tony Hardy, Tylor Hardy, Brett Hardy, Bart Hardy, Brad Hardy, Jared Harding, Jana Harding, Jessica Borey, Levi Runyon, Jaque Runyon, Joshua Hardy and Elizabeth Hardy; nineteen great-grandchildren and one brother, Gene Hardy of Grant City.
He was preceded in death by his parents and older brother, Milo Marion.
Earl enlisted in the United States Army November 12, 1942. He took basic training at Camp McQuaide in Watsonville, CA; six months at Los Angeles City College and Stanford University; three months at Camp Carson, CO in the 89th Chemical Mortar Battalion and three months at Camp Gruber, OK. Earl shipped overseas from Camp Shanks, NY in November 1944. He landed in England and crossed the channel to LeHavre, France and moved through Holland. Earl proudly served his country in the European Battle of the Rhine and was also involved in the liberation of the Dachau Concentration Camp in Germany. He returned home on the USS George Washington and landed at New York Harbor on July 4, 1945 and was honorably discharged on December 15, 1945 at Camp Gordan, GA. Corporal Earl Hardy was awarded the Bronze Star Medal by direction of President Harry S. Truman on June 2, 1945.
After discharging from the United States Army, Earl returned home to Grant City, where he lived with his wife, Madge and family and farmed for many years. Earl and Madge retired to Maryville in 1990, where they enjoyed visiting with their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Earl was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He took great pleasure in his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and their many accomplishments. Earl was a member of the Grant City Baptist Church since his baptism at the age of 14. He was a member of the American Legion John Edgar Barnes Post #92 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Pallbearers will be Brian Hardy, Zachary Ross, Jacob Ross, Jerome Starke, Tony Hardy, Brett Hardy, Bart Hardy, Jared Harding, and Levi Runyon. Honorary pallbearers include Joe Matteson, Brandon Ross, Jonathan Starke, Tylor Hardy, Brad Hardy and Joshua Hardy. Flower girls are Julia Moore, Jane Gabriel, Susan Newman, Cynthia Studer, Tonya Hardy, Jana Harding, Jessica Borey, Jaque Runyon and Elizabeth Hardy.
Visitation was Wednesday evening, January 17, at Andrews Funeral Home in Grant City from 7-9 pm. Funeral services were set for Thursday, January 18 at 2 pm at the Grant City Baptist Church. Dr. Leland May officiated. Burial was in the Grant City Cemetery.
Flower arrangements and plants may be sent to Andrews Funeral Home in Grant City. Memorial gifts may be made payable to the Worth County Education Foundation to be designated for the Earl and Madge Hardy Education Scholarship; Rt. 3, Box 107, Grant City, Missouri 64456. This scholarship will be in support of a graduating senior attending Northwest Missouri State University and majoring in education to continue the tradition of teaching that has been instilled in this family by their loving and supportive parents. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[109] Harkless, Beatrice, 94, Canton, IL, died Friday, August 18, 2006, at Graham Hospital. Services were held in Canton, IL, with burial at the Skidmore Cemetery, Skidmore. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[110] Harman, Barbara Jean, 70, Barnard, died Sunday, November 12, 2006, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, November 15, 2006, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was in the American Legion Cemetery, Barnard.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[111] Harris, Ola Ver, died August 11,[2007] in Independence. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 15, at the First Christian Church, Ravenwood. Burial was in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ravenwood. Memorials may be made to the Ravenwood Christian Church, the Lexington, Missouri United Methodist Church or the Shrine Burn Center, 815 Market Street, Galveston, TX 77550. Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[112] Harris, Virginia Mae, 79, of Clearmont, passed from this life on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at the St. Francis Hospital.

Born on August 15, 1928 in Wharton, Texas she was the daughter of the late Paul & Frances (Matocha) Janus. She was preceded in death by her husband William Elmer Harris on July 3, 1958.

She was a homemaker.

She was a member of the Clearmont Christian Church.

She is survived by her loving children, William "Bill" Harris, Clearmont, Steve Harris, wife Jackie, Clearmont, Gary Harris, wife LaDonna, Hopkins, MO, George Harris, wife Rhonda, Burlington Junction, MO, Linda S. Seipel, husband Don, Maryville, fourteen grandchildren & seven great grandchildren, sister-in-law, Delores Harris, Tarkio, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, eight brothers & sisters.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, December 10, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at the Clearmont Christian Church, Clearmont, Missouri. Final Resting Place will be in the Lamar Cemetery, Elmo, Missouri.

The family will receive friends at the Danfelt Funeral Home, 951 S. Main Street, Maryville, MO 64468 on Sunday from 3 to 5 P.M. Friends may call at the funeral home anytime after 12 noon on Sunday.

Memorial donations may be made to the Clearmont Christian Church or the Nodaway County Senior Center.

Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com

[113] Harris, Virginia Mae, 79, Clearmont, died Thursday, December 6, 2007, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville. Funeral services were held Monday, December 10, at the Clearmont Christian Church. Final resting place was in the Lamar Cemetery, Elmo. Memorial donations may be made to the Clearmont Christian Church or the Nodaway County Senior Center, Maryville. Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were under the direction of Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville.

[114] Hart, Ennis Leona Florea, 97, Maryville, formally of Sheridan, died Monday, April 16, 2007, at Parkdale Manor, Maryville.
Funeral services were held Thursday, April 19, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was in the Hopkins Cemetery, Hopkins.
Memorials may be made to the Sheridan Christian Church.
Price Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[115] Hartman, Nydra Grace Helzer Burns, 91, Maryville, died Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Parkdale Manor Care Center, Maryville.
Funeral services were Tuesday, July 3 at Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Burial was in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
Memorials may be made in Mrs. Hartman’s name to the charity of the donor’s choice.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[116] Hartman, Velma E., 85, Barnard, died Thursday, April 12, 2007, at Village Care Center, Inc., Maryville.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 17, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was held at the Bethany Cemetery, Barnard.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany Rural Christian Church, Barnard.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[117] Havlic, Marjorie "Marj" Stevenson, 81, Lee’s Summit, died Tuesday, April 10, 2007, at the Lee’s Summit Hospital.
Memorial services were held April 13, at Calvary Lutheran Church by Pastor Bryce Bereuter. Interment was at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Kansas City.
Arrangements by DW Newcomer’s Sons, Floral Hills Chapel, Kansas City. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[118] Hawley, Kathryn Jeannette Hansen, 84, Barnard, died Sunday, May 14, 2006, in Maryville.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 17, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was in the American Legion Cemetery, Barnard.

Memorials may be made to the Ministry Center Food Pantry, 971 South Main, Maryville, MO, 64468.

Price Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[119] Hayes, Dorothy Mae, 91, Maryville, died Tuesday, January 22, 2008, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville.
Funeral services were held Friday, January 25, at the Wilcox United Methodist Church with Pastor Rusty Husted and Ray Forsyth officiating. Interment was at Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Jct.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the American Diabetes Association.
Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda, was in charge of arrangements.

[120] Hazleton, Kenneth, age 92, of Shambaugh, Iowa died Sunday, December 25, 2005, at the Goldenrod Manor, Clarinda, Iowa. Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 29, 2005, at Walker-Merrick Funeral Home, Clarinda, Iowa with Rev. Jan Phillips officiating. Visitation with the family was held 7-8 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2005, at the funeral home.

Burial was in the Clearmont Cemetery, Clearmont, Missouri. Memorials may be directed to the National Society to Prevent Blindness. Walker-Merrick Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth Lee Hazleton was born January 26, 1913, in Page County Iowa, to Arra Madison Hazleton and Maude (Bennett) Hazleton. He was a 1933 graduate of Clearmont High School.

On December 25, 1934, he was united in marriage to M. Allene Pence at Clearmont, Missouri. Kenneth was a shipping clerk for Lisle Corporation for thirty years, retiring in 1975. In his retirement he was an avid gardener, a beekeeper and a woodworker.

He also enjoyed fishing and traveling. Kenneth was a member of the Shambaugh Methodist Church. Kenneth was also a member of the I00F Oddfellows Lodge of Clarinda.

Preceding Kenneth in death were his parents; wife, Allene (07/22/1999); son, Kenneth Hazelton (03/21/2003); brother, Alva Hazleton and sister, Fern Hasbrouck.

Survivors include his daughter, Kay Williams and husband Charles of Ankeny, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Deborah Hazelton and friend Jim Woods of Sidney, Iowa; grandchildren: John Hazelton and wife Melinda of Wichita, Kansas, James Hazelton of Brookings, South Dakota, Joe Hazelton and wife Stacey of Havre, Montana, Kristina Williams of Windsor Heights, Iowa, Curt Williams and wife Kim of Waukee, Iowa; great grandchildren, Deryck and DeAnna Hazelton of Wichita, Kansas, Hunter and Mollee Hazelton of Havre, Montana; niece, Betty Lou Hazelton of Gladstone, Missouri; family friend, Ruth McCaskey of Gladstone, Missouri.

[121] Heck, Veva N.

1912-2005

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Veva Nell “Polly” (Lyon) Heck, 92, Kansas City, formerly Chillicothe, Mo., died Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005.

Born in Mercer County, Mo., Mrs. Heck was a teacher in rural schools in Mercer and Sullivan Counties, Mo.

Surviving: adopted son, Allen, Kansas City; and grandchildren, Skylr, Marcus and Heather Heck.

Memorial service: 1 p.m. Saturday, Resthaven Mortuary, Trenton. The body was cremated. Visitation: one hour before service, at mortuary.

[122] Hecox, Beverly Jean, 77, Maryville, died Tuesday, June 12, 2007, at a care center in Las Vegas, NV.
She has been cremated under the direction of the Bram Funeral Home of Maryville, Inc.
Memorial visitation will be from 10:30 am to 12 noon on Saturday, June 16, at the Bram Funeral Home.
Bram Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

[123] Hedstrom, Esther Howard, 89, died Friday, January 26, 2007, at a local hospital. Funeral services were held Monday, January 29, 2007, at the Nodaway United Methodist Church, Nodaway with Rev. Gordon Scott officiating. Burial was in the Nodaway Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Wolfe Funeral Home, Villisca, IA. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[124] Heflin, DeLoris Ann Eickholt, 53, Maryville, died Thursday, April 20, 2006, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville. Mass of Christian burial was held Monday, April 24, at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Maryville. Memorial donations may be made to St. Gregory's School or St. Francis Hospital OB Department, both of Maryville. Price Funeral Home, Maryville was in charge of arrangements Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[125] Heflin, Mary Rose Rogers, 85, Maryville, died, Monday, June 4, 2007, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St Joseph. A Mass of Christian burial was Friday, June 8, at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, with burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Maryville. Memorials may be made to SSM Hospice of Northwest Missouri. Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[126] Hefner, Gladys Katharine Wiley, 93, formerly of Maitland, died Saturday, July 21, 2007, in Loveland, CO, at a healthcare facility.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 26, 2007, at the Maitland United Methodist Church with Interment in the Maitland Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the Maitland United Methodist Church or Wolfner Library For The Blind, P.O. Box 387, Jefferson City, MO 65102.
Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were under the direction of Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville.

Maitland - Gladys Katharine Hefner, 93, formerly of Maitland, Missouri passed away Saturday, July 21st in Loveland, Colorado at a health care facility.
She was born in Eagleville, Missouri on August 27, 1913, the daughter of Emery and Maggie Susan (Mumma) Wiley. Her parents and two brothers, Leo and Ray Wiley, precede her in death. She attended elementary school in Eagleville. She then moved to Maitland and graduated from high school while living with her brother and sister-in-law, Leo and Lela Wiley. In 1935, she married Floyd Hefner, also from Eagleville. They resided in Maitland for most of their 52 years until his death in 1988. Gladys continued to live in Maitland until 2005 before entering assisted living in Maryville. She then moved to Loveland, Colorado. Music was a large part of her life. She taught piano and organ lessons for many years, sharing her love of music with hundreds, possibly thousands of adults and children. Gladys had a teaching studio in Maryville. At the height of her teaching career, she had over 50 students per week. Gladys was also a professional musician and performed with her group for over 12 years. The Gladys Hefner Trio, fronted by her husband, Floyd Hefner, played all over the region, for all kinds of events. The group often headlined local supper clubs and was a popular choice for weddings, anniversaries, and family reunions. Gladys was a member of the Maitland United Methodist Church for most of her life. She started as a 16-year-old assistant pianist and remained a part of the church family as either the organist or pianist for almost 70 years. Gladys also parlayed her love of music into a successful sales career, working for Bowman Music in St. Joseph, as an outside salesperson. Although she battled health concerns late in life, these challenges never changed Gladys's optimistic and joyful view of life. She relished her time with friends and family and was known for putting out one terrific meal after another at her home in Maitland. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Jim and Peggy Hefner of Maryville, and Sharon and John VanOrman of Loveland, Colorado. Five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, numerous members of her extended family and a tremendous group of friends also survive her. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 26, 2007 at the Maitland United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Maitland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the Maitland United Methodist Church on Wednesday, July 25, 2007 evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Maitland United Methodist Church or Wolfner Library For The Blind, P.O. Box 387, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102. Final Arrangements are entrusted to the Danfelt Funeral Home, 951 S. Main Street, Maryville, Missouri 64468. Online condolences & tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com

 

[127] Helzer, Kenneth Wayne, 79, Graham, died Sunday, December 10, 2006, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville.
Funeral services were held Thursday, December 14, 2006, at the Graham United Methodist Church. Burial was in Prairie Home Cemetery, Graham.
Memorials may be given to the Graham United Methodist Church.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[128] Helzer, Virginia Ann Bird, 76, Barnard, died Saturday, April 21, 2007, at Heartland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 25, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville. Memorials may be made to the Graham United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[129] Henderson, Grace Darlene Cummings, 73, Maryville, died Monday, June 11, 2007, at her home.
Funeral services were Friday, June 15, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Maryville.
Memorials may be made to SSM Hospice of Northwest Missouri.
Price Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

[130] Herndon, Drexel Dean, 89, St. Joseph, died Wednesday, October 3, 2007, at his home.
Funeral services were held Saturday, October 6, at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home, Grant City, with Dr. Leland May officiating. Interment was in the Kirk Cemetery, Allendale.
Memorials gifts may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Arrangements under the direction of Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home.

[131] Herndon, Harley Elmer, 89, Seneca, died Wedneday, August 9, 2006. Burial was in Seneca. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[132] Hess, Homer Gray, 89, Maryville, died Monday, June 26, 2006, at The Chateau, in Maryville.

Funeral services were Thursday, June 29, 2006, at the Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial will be in the Nodaway Memorial Gardens Maryville.

Memorials may be sent to the Skidmore Christian Church.

Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[133] Heywood, Thelma Jean “Jeannie,” 88, Maryville, died Monday, January 1, 2007, at St. Francis Hospital and Health Services, Maryville.
Graveside services and inurnment will be at 3 pm, Friday, January 5, 2007, at Miriam Cemetery, Maryville.
Memorials may be given to the Missouri Lions Eye Research Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[134] Hilton, Opal Mae, 100, Maryville, died Wednesday, January 31, 2007, at Parkdale Manor Care Center, Maryville.
Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, February 3, 2007, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville, with a visitation beginning one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at White Oak Cemetery, Pickering.
Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[135] Hinshaw, George Asher, 86, Maryville, died Thursday, February 14, 2008, at the Nodaway Nursing Home, Maryville.
Services were held Tuesday, February 19, at the First Presbyterian Church, Maryville.
Memorial contributions may be made to the George A. Hinshaw Scholarship Fund, c/o Northwest Missouri State University, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468.
Online condolences may be left at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.
Price Funeral Home, Maryville, was in charge of arrangements.

[136] Hogan, Marvin Paul, 70, Greeley, CO, died, Saturday, May 12, 2007, at a healthcare center in Greeley.
Funeral services are at 2 pm, Friday, May 18, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial is in Nodaway Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Maryville. Visitation is 6:30-8 pm, Thursday, May 17, at Price Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorials may be made to The First Congregational Church, 2101 16th Street, Greeley, CO 80634.
Price Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

[137] Holtman, Bonnie Jean, 80, Albany, formerly of Conception Jct, died Sunday, February 18, 2007, at her home, in Albany. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 21, 2007, at Roberson-Polley Chapel, Albany. Burial was in the Bennett Lane Cemetery, Savannah. Arrangements were under the direction of Roberson-Polley Chapel. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[138] Hopper, Mrs N.F. – An operation was performed upon Mrs N.F. Hopper Sunday afternoon, by Dr Killingsworth, assisted by Doctors English and Enfield, for rupture. Mrs Hopper had been suffering for years from rupture, and on Sunday became very much worse. The operation performed at the hospital was successful, as far as surgical aid could go, but the trouble had gone so far that the patient could not recover, and she died at four o’clock this morning. The body was taken to Elmo, Mo, this morning on the eleven o’clock train, for burial.

Clarinda Herald, Clarinda, Iowa, Apr 2, 1901

[139] Horn, Billy G.

1922-2005

CARLSBORO, Okla. — Billy George Horn, 82, Carlsboro, formerly Trenton, Mo., died Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005.

Born at Princeton, Mo., Mr. Horn was a retired machinist from the Navy and civilian life.

He was a member of the American Legion.

Surviving: wife, Wilma (Austin); daughter, Kathryn (Donald) Hatcher, Carlsboro; son, Billy (Peggy), South Carolina; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

The body was cremated. Arrangements are by Swearingen Funeral Home, Seminole, Okla.

[140] Horton, Dorothy Mae, 93, St. Joseph, formerly of Maryville, died Tuesday, February 12, 2008, in St. Joseph.
Services were Friday, February 15, at the Maryville First United Methodist Church.
Memorials may be made to the Commemorative Tree Program, c/o Northwest Foundation, 800 University Drive, Maryville, MO 64468.
Online condolences maybe be left at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[141] Houston, Anna Bell, 94, Maryville, died Friday, December 8, 2006, at St. Francis Hospital, Maryville.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at Price Funeral Home Chapel, Maryville. Burial was in Nodaway Memorial Gardens, Maryville.
Memorials may be given to the Maryville Public Library.
Arrangements were under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[142] Hudson, Gary, 63, Ravenwood, died Monday, June 5, 2006, at the Heartland Regional Medical Center, St. Joseph.

Funeral services were Friday, June 9, 2006, at the Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, with the Rev. Charlie Bottiger, officiating. Final resting place will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery, Ravenwood.

Memorial donations may be made to the Nodaway Humane Society.

Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Danfelt Funeral Home. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[143] Hughes, Joyce Elaine Blair, 61, Maryville, died Tuesday, January 29, 2008, in Mansfield, TX.
Funeral services were held Monday, February 4, at the Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville, with the Rev. Bob Caldwell, officiating. Final resting place is in the Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Jct.
Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were under the direction of Danfelt Funeral Home, Maryville.

[144] Hughes, Joyce Elaine Blair, 61, of Maryville, passed from this life on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 in Mansfield, TX.

Born on April 30, 1946 in Maryville, MO, she was the daughter of the late Oral & Obra (Merriett) Brown.

She was a graduate of West Nodaway High School. She had worked in the retail business for 40 years as a sales clerk. Her retail career started at D & S Western Sales and was employed with Ben Franklin/Easters after its opening in Maryville. She also had worked for Wal-Mart for the last 5 years. She loved working in the fabric and craft department. She developed many lifelong friendships with her customers.

She had been a member of the Eagles Auxiliary #3669 since 1978 and had served in various offices including President for 2 years. She was an active bowler for many years and was a part of the Bearcat League.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Brenda Wren and husband Sam, Mansfield, TX, granddaughters, Lauren and Samantha Wren, brother, Joseph Brown, Box Elder, SD, Aunt & Uncle Charles and Joyce Drennen, Yorktown, IA, Aunt Mary Jane Merriett, Burlington Junction, MO, many cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, February 4, 2008 at the Danfelt Funeral Home, 951 S. Main Street, Maryville, Missouri 64468 with the Rev. Bob Caldwell, Officiating. Final Resting Place will be in the Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Junction, MO.

The family will receive friends at the Danfelt Funeral Home on Sunday from 2 to 4 P.M. Friends may call anytime after 11 A.M. on Sunday. Memorial Donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Online condolences and tributes may be left by visiting www.danfeltfuneralhome.com

[145] Hull, Briley Ann, 3, Clearmont, died Monday, January 29, 2007, at Children’s Hospital, St. Louis.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 am, Saturday, February 3, 2007, at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, Burlington Jct., with a parish prayer service to be held at 6 pm, Friday, February 2, followed by a visitation from 6:30-8 pm, also at the church. Burial will be at Ohio Cemetery, Burlington Jct.
Memorials may be made to Children’s Scott Pavilion, 8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68114.
Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[146] Huls, Helen L., 80, Council Bluffs, IA, formerly of Maryville, died Wednesday, May 30, 2007, in a hospital in Omaha, NE.
Graveside services will be held at 9 am, Saturday, June 9, in Nodaway Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Maryville.
Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville.

[147] Humphrey, William “Bill” Fishell, 72, Clearmont, died Tuesday, December 4, 2007, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, December 8, at the Baptist Church, Clearmont. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Clearmont. A visitation will be held from 6-8 pm, Friday, December 7, at the Baptist Church, Clearmont. Memorials may be contributed to the William F. Humphrey Memorial Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Price Funeral Home, Maryville, www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com

[148] Hunt, Alan Alson, 86, Grant City, died August 16, 2006. Services are pending at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home in Grant City. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[149] Hunt, Alan Alson, 86, Grant City, died Wednesday, August 16, 2006, at Orilla’s Way, Grant City. Funeral services were August 19, at the Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home, Grant City. Prugh-Dunfee Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri

[150] Hunt, Lester, 98, Conception Junction, Missouri, died Monday, March 10, 2008 at St. Francis Hospital, Maryville.
He was born February 16, 1910, in Stockton, Missouri, the son of Jacob Clarence and Isabelle Maude (Caldwell) Hunt.
On October 26, 1935, Lester married Alice Marie Deaver, in Shenandoah, Iowa. A farmer, Lester also worked in construction, having helped build the St. Francis Hospital. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. His family is very proud of his ability to have stayed in his own home until his death.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice, on April 21, 1993; his parents; brothers, sisters and four grandchildren: Brian Stiens, Brenton Wilmes, Derek Wilmes and Jennifer Reeves.
Survivors include his daughters and their spouses: Tanis and Jack Colwell, St. Joseph, Missouri; Connie Wilmes and Bonnie Swalley, both of Maryville; Jeanne and Gerald Jackson, Independence, Missouri; Gayla and Bob Reeves, Bonner Springs, Kansas; Carole and David Middleton, Maryville and Joy and Barry Harms, Franklin, Tennessee; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visitation was 6-7 pm, Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at Price Funeral Home, Maryville, Missouri. Funeral services were at 10 am, Wednesday, March 12, at Price Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Miriam Cemetery, Maryville, Missouri.
Memorials may be made to the St. Francis Hospital Foundation in Lester’s name.
Price Funeral Home, Maryville, Missouri, at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville,com was in charge of arrangements.

[151]Hunt, Lois E., 82, Mt. Ayr, IA, died Friday, July 27, 2007, at Clearview Nursing Home, Mt. Ayr.
Services were held Monday, July 30, at Hickory Grove Advent Christian Church, with Pastor Thomas Helms officiating. Burial was in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Mt. Ayr.

[152] Hutchison, Anita “Jo” Smith, 47, Elmo, died Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at the Bryan LGH Medical Center East, Lincoln, NE.
Funeral services were held Monday, February 18, at the First United Methodist Church, Maryville, with burial in Elmo Cemetery, Elmo.
Memorials may be made to the Anita Jo Hutchison Memorial Fund.
Online condolences may be left at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.
Price Funeral Home, Maryville, was in charge of arrangements.

[153] Hutson, Twila Kiser, 80, St. Joseph, died Friday, December 8, 2006, at a local healthcare center.
Services were held Monday, December 11, 2006, at the Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel, St. Joseph. Interment was in the Bethany Christian Church Cemetery, Barnard.
Arrangements were under the direction of the Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel. Newsleader, Maryville, Missouri