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Eva Frances Wiggins, Olathe
1918 - 2005
Ottawa — Services for Eva Frances Wiggins, 86, Olathe, will be at 1 p.m. Monday at First Assembly of God Church in Ottawa.
Mrs. Wiggins died Tuesday, April 12, 2005, at Aberdeen Village in Olathe.
She was born
May 27, 1918, in El Dorado, the daughter of Carl and Minnie Ore Coltrane. She graduated from Wellsville High School in 1936. She attended Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia and business school in Kansas City. She lived in Washington, D.C., from 1941 to 1944, before moving to Ottawa.
Mrs. Wiggins worked for the Department of the Navy in Washington, D.C., and taught school in the Miami County School District and Ottawa. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church, where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school for many years. She served in Women's Ministries, Aglow Fellowship, Christian Women's Club and volunteered for Bible Light International.
She married
Russell Wiggins on Dec. 4, 1942, in Ottawa.
Survivors include two sons, Russell Wiggins, Lawrence, and Wayne Wiggins, Overland Park; two daughters, Marilyn Sigmund, Olathe, and Carolyn Treadway, Faribault, Minn.; a sister, Dorothy Bushfield, Prairie Village; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
A daughter, Betty, died earlier.
Friends may call after noon Sunday at Lamb-Roberts Funeral Home in Ottawa, where the family will receive them from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
The family suggests memorials to Sunflower Plaza, sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 14, Ottawa 66067.
Gary B. Reid, Kingman
1959 - 2005
Kingman — Services for Gary B. Reid, 46, Kingman, will be at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kingman. Burial will be in Walnut Hill Cemetery in Kingman.
Mr. Reid died Monday, April 11, 2005, at his home.
He was born
Jan. 18, 1959, in Kingman, the son of Gary and Bernadette Landwehr Reid. He was a longtime resident of Kingman.
Mr. Reid owned Reid Lawn Care and attended St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kingman.
Survivors include his parents, Lawrence; three daughters, Amie Swingle, Kingman, Tami Reid, Ellsworth, and Jessica Reaunte, Lawrence; a brother, Bruce Reid, Iola; three sisters, Kathy Smith, Kingman, Brenda Washee, Lawrence, and Julie Chalabi, Lenexa; and three grandchildren.
Friends may call from noon to 8 p.m. today with a parish rosary at 7 p.m. at Livingston Funeral Home in Kingman.
The family suggests memorials to the St. Patrick Grade School, sent in care of the funeral home, 1830 N. Main St., Kingman 67068.
STEVE ANDERSON
Steve Anderson, 64, Prairie Village, KS passed away Dec 3, 2010. Funeral mass will be held 11AM, Tues, Dec7, 2010 at Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Visitation 10-11AM prior to the service. Graveside services 2:30PM at Leavenworth National Cemetery.
GWENDOLYN BOSLEY-ALEXANDER
ALEXANDER - Gwendolyn Bosley-Alexander died peacefully while surrounded by her family on December 3, 2010. Loving wife of Bill Alexander; beloved mother of Jim (Louise) Bosley of Paola, Kansas; Lyn (Bob) Feuerbacher of Weldon Spring, Missouri, and Kim (Bill) Schlecht of San Antonio, Texas; loving grandmother of Meredith Bosley, Brent (Megan) Bosley, Kris Feuerbacher, Laura (Ryan) Guffey, Katie Moreno, and Ryan Schlecht; dear sister and friend to many. She touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Gwen will be interred with her first husband of 56 years, James "Sib" Bosley at the Johnson County Memorial Cemetery in Overland Park, Kansas. Memorials are suggested for the Kirk of the Hills Church, 250 Dave Creek Parkway, Fairfield Bay, Arkansas 72088. Family and friends may sign the on-line register at www.alexanderstlouis.com.
NELLIE YOUNG HUNG CHUN-MING
Nellie Young Hung Chun-Ming, 81, Independence, Mo., died Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at Carson- Speaks Chapel, with cremation following. Memorial service at a later date. Donations Outreach International. Arr.: Carson-Speaks Chapel (816) 252-7900. Carson Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO 64052, 816-252-7900
SHARON E. COOKSEY
Sharon Elaine Cooksey, 63, of Olathe passed away suddenly on Friday, November 26, 2010 in Memphis Tennessee while visiting family and friends. Sharon was born
on April 10, 1947, in Maryville, MO, the daughter of Albert and Mary Cooksey. Sharon was a devoted and loving mother, daughter, grandmother and partner. She cared for both her parents in their time of illness until their passing, most recently her beloved mother. Recently retired, she enjoyed traveling with her partner, Don visiting family and friends while never leaving behind and always by her side, her dog Lavender. Survived by her long time partner, Don Spencer; two children, Kara Ponder and husband Jeff of Stilwell, KS; Leah Fisher and husband Paul of Simsbury, CT; grandchildren, Johnathan Dickinson of Indiana, PA; Lauryn Ponder of Stilwell, KS; two brothers, Jerry Cooksey and wife Kim of Olathe, KS, Dennis Cooksey of CA; cousin Bill Burdick and wife Helga of Willard, MO; Aunts, Uncles, Niece, Cousins, Friends and Dog, Lavender. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Atkinson Chapel in Harrisonville, MO. Atkinson Funeral Home (816) 380-3268.
MYRNA C. EIGENMAN
Myrna C. Eigenman, 73, passed away peacefully at her home on December 2, 2010. Myrna was the eldest child of George and Maurene Collins. Born in Detroit, Michigan on July 25, 1937, she and her family soon moved to Topeka where Myrna spent a lot of time on the farm with Grandaddy Sherm and Aunt Laura. After moving to Kansas City, she graduated from Paseo High in 1955. While at Kansas City University (now called UMKC), she met the love of her life, Gail B. Eigenman in Chemistry class when he asked if she was "Crazy Shirley". She told him she most certainly was not, and three years later, after graduating with a degree in Home Economics and spending weekends watching him drag race, they were married
on August 25, 1958. They celebrated 52 years of marriage in 2010 at their summer home at the lake. Myrna was a member of Alpha Delta Pi sorority, where she served as President, and later as President of the Kansas City Alumni Chapter. After graduating college she worked at the Gas Service Company for three years and then taught elementary school until her daughter, Georgia, was born. Afterward, she substituted occasionally. By the time her daughter Liz was born, Myrna was busy being Room Mom, CCD teacher, and Campfire Troop Leader. She also spent time managing rental properties, campaigning for local political candidates, and enjoying tennis, golf, bridge, and playing Mahjong. She had many friends, and made new ones easily. Myrna had the gift of gab and a warm spirit that drew people to her wherever she went. Myrna leaves behind her spouse, Gail; her children Georgia Fuchs and Liz Hazell; her sons-in-law George Fuchs and Devon Hazell; grandchildren Kasey and Kaela Fuchs, and Logan and Samantha Hazell; her brother Keith Collins and his wife Sarah; her sister Jackie McQueary, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends who loved her dearly. Visitation will be 6-8pm on Monday, December 6th. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, December 7th at 1pm. All services will be at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Home Chapel at 11200 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, Kansas. The family requests donations to be made to St. Luke's Hospice at 4225 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City MO, 64111 in her memory. "A mother is she who can take the place of all others, but whose place no one else can take." Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 913-451- 1860. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.johnsoncountychapel.com
LARRY KEITH HARMON
Larry Keith Harmon, 70, of Buckner, MO, died peacefully at home after a brief illness, surrounded by his family on December 2, 2010. A visitation will be held from 5-7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. memorial service to follow on Monday, December 6, at the Carson-Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington Ave., Independence, MO. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crossroads Hospice or your favorite animal shelter in Larry's memory. Larry was born
July 20, 1940, in Lagonda, MO, to General Sherman (S.J.) Harmon II and Chlorine (White) Harmon. He worked for many years at Scot Heller Trucking, at a career he loved, driving an end dump. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Elizabeth McAdams, Lester Harmon, Charles Harmon, Helene Chase and Chester Harmon. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (Skaller) Harmon; three children, Steven D. Harmon and wife Laura, Theresa A. Schreck and husband Lloyd, Michele (Skaller) Lewis; grandchildren, Brandyn Harmon and wife Laura, Lynsey, Meghan, Steven Jr., Joesef, Quenten and Elezabeth Harmon, Kaitlyn, Jacob and Sarah Markley, Zachary, Tyler and Eleni Lewis; great grandchildren, Gavin, Reese, Alana, Tanner, Tatum and Ava; beloved pets, Gov'ner and Bobbie. Online condolences and memories may be left at www.speakschapel.com. (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel, 816-252-7900.) Carson Speaks Chapel, 1501 W. Lexington, Independence, MO 64052, 816-252-7900
MARY DENTON LAMB
Mary Denton Lamb, 100, Excelsior Springs, Mo. died Tuesday, Nov 30, 2010. Services 11am Tuesday, Dec 7, 2010 at Polley Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs, Mo. Burial Sunny Slope Cemetery, Richmond, Mo. Visitaton 6-8pm Monday, Dec 6, at the Funeral Home. In Lieu of flowers the Family suggests memorial contributions to the Mary Lamb Scholarship fund of Excelsior Springs High School or to Todds Chapel United Methodist Church. Arr: Polley Funeral Home (816) 630-3388 www.polleyfuneralhome.com
NENA JOLENE (ROBERTS) LANNING
LANNING - Nena Jolene (Roberts) Lanning, 53, of Gladstone, MO, died Thursday, December 2, 2010 at her home. Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Monday, December 6, at the Antioch Bible Baptist Church, 800 NE 72nd St., Gladstone, MO. Burial will be in the New Hope Primitive Cemetery, Richmond, MO. Friends may call from 3-5 p.m., Sunday, at the church. Mrs. Lanning was born
in Rolla, MO, the daughter of Joe B. & Allene C. (Herle) Roberts. She had worked for 28 years for the Federal Government at the Corps of Engineers, the E.P.A., and the Department of Veterans Affairs. She had moved back to the area in September after 17 years living in Hot Springs, SD, and Huntington, WV. She was always active in her churches as far as planning & decorating and had also worked with High School programs such as the Prom & the sports teams. She was preceded in death by her father, Joe Roberts and her father & mother-in laws, Donald & Helen Lanning. She is survived by her husband, William Lanning, her son, Jeremy Lanning & her mother Allene Roberts all of Gladstone, MO. Her sister, Becky Beyer & husband Bob of North Kansas City, MO, and her Brothers & sisters in-law, Don & Janis Lanning & Paul & Linda Lanning along with her Nieces & nephews, Jennifer Talton, Kelsey Beyer, Aaron Lanning, David Lanning & Daniel Lanning along with many great nieces & nephews. (Arrangements; Polley Funeral Home, Richmond, MO, (816) 776-2255)
ADOLFO SORIANO LUIS
Adolfo Soriano Luis passed away Nov 21, 2010 in Olathe, Kansas. Funeral service from 5-10 pm Saturday, December 4, 2010 at Kansas City Funeral Directors, 4880 Shawnee Drive, Kansas City, KS. Burial in Tres Valles, Veracruz, Mexico. Arrangements: Kansas City Funeral Directors 913-262-6310.
DAVID FALK MATTSON
David Falk Mattson, 89, of Olathe, Kan., passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2010. A Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Leawood Presbyterian Church, 2715 West 83rd Street, Leawood, KS 66206. Visitation will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, at the church prior to the service. Burial at a later date in Minneapolis, Minn. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leawood Presbyterian Church or Harvesters, The Community Food Network, 3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64129. David was born
in Minneapolis on Feb. 11, 1921, to Swan and Amelia Falk Mattson. He graduated from West High School in 1938, and earned a degree in AG Engineering from the University of Minnesota. He served in the U.S. Navy aboard the Charles J. Badger in the Pacific during WWII. He spent his career in the milling industry, working for Archer Daniels Midland, and for the last 38 years for Cereal Food Processors up until his death as Vice Chairman. David was a member of the Leawood Presbyterian Church since 1969. He was an avid skier, ice skater, tennis player and world traveler. David is survived by his wife of 63 years, Harriett Bymark Mattson; his sister, Jane Johnson of Milaca, Minn.; daughters, Barbara Renneke and her husband Jim of Minneapolis, and Gretchen Lally and her husband Norm of Olsburg, Kan.; five grandchildren, Jeff Renneke of San Diego, Calif., Brad Renneke and his wife Faith of Seoul, South Korea, Mollee Renneke of Minneapolis, Scott Lally and his wife Marlene of Overland Park, Kan., Kate Gabriel and her husband Garett of Salina, Kan. Condolences may be left on line at www.mcgilleystatelinechapel.com. McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Rd, Kansas City, MO 64145, 816-942-6180athe, KS 66061, 913-782-0582
SHARON (TRAUTWEIN) ARMSTRONG
ARMSTRONG - Sharon J. (Trautwein) Armstrong, 70, of Kansas City, MO, passed away Wed., Jan. 5, 2011. A gathering will be Sat., Jan. 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at White Chapel Funeral Home, 6600 NE Antioch Rd., Gladstone, Mo. A celebration of life will follow at 12 noon, at White Chapel. Sharon was a long-time member of Antioch Community Church. She enjoyed being a part of the Heartland Horseshoe Club, and was World Champion in her division in 2003. She enjoyed the people she met each day through her work, retiring from the bank after 17 years and later Furr's Cafeteria. She is preceded in death by her husband, Kent. Survivors include a son, Gary Poole; daughter, Kim McBride; three step-children: Scott Armstrong, Kendra Montgomery and Kelly Stephan; 14 grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sister, Connie Trautwein; two brothers, Terry and Wayne Richard Trautwein; many nieces, nephews, and friends too numerous to count. In lieu of flowers, Sharon's family requests contributions be made to Cancer Action, 4010 S. Lynn Court, Independence, MO 64055. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.dwnwhitechapel.com. (Arr.: White Chapel, 816-452-8419)
ELFRIEDE G. ATKINS
Elfriede G. Atkins, 71, of Lawson, MO, passed away Jan. 5, 2011. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m., followed by services at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 15, at the Park Lawn Northland Chapel, I-35 at 291 Highway, Liberty. Memorials to United Way. (Arr.: Park Lawn Northland Chapel, (816) 781-8228.)
RAYMOND EARL AULT
Raymond Earl Ault, 80, passed away Monday, January 3, 2011. Memorial services will be held at a later date at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens. Raymond was born
Jan. 2, 1931, in Waverly, MO. He graduated from Northeast High School in 1949. Raymond served in the Coast Guard during the Korean War Conflict. He was a self employed plumber, and was a member of the Shawnee American Legion Post # 327. Survivors include a son, Thomas R. Ault, and a daughter, Susan Ault. Share a memory, sign an online guestbook, or express your condolences at www.overlandparkchapel.com. D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66204, PH: 913.648.6224
MARY ALICE BENDER
Mary Alice (Taylor) Bender, 88, of Liberty, MO, joined her Lord and Savior on January 7, 2011. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Tuesday, January 11th, at Timothy Lutheran Church, 425 N.W. R.D. Mize Road, Blue Springs, MO 64014. Her funeral service will be held at 10:00 am Wednesday, January 12, at Timothy Lutheran Church. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 pm Wednesday, January 12, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery in Saline City, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Saline City, MO. Mary Alice was born
June 16, 1922 in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, the daughter of John and Isabella (Fell) Taylor. She graduated from Warrensburg State Teachers' College and later received her master's degree in education from U.M.K.C. Her career as an elementary teacher and counselor spanned more than 40 years, including more than 25 years in the Raytown, MO School District before she retired. She was a member of Timothy Lutheran Church and of King's Daughters International. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant brother and an older brother, James Martin Taylor. Survivors include her loving husband of 62 years, Walter A. Bender, of the home; son, Kent Bender (Sharon) of Lee's Summit, MO; daughter, Ellen Kisling (Gene) of Liberty, MO; sister, Helen McGuire (Ray) of Leawood, KS; twin grandsons, Andrew and Matthew Kisling of Liberty; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. You may send a message to the family or sign an on-line guest book via www.parklawnfunerals.com. Arrangements: Park Lawn Northland Chapel (816) 781-8228.
MARY ELIZABETH BRENNAN
Mary Elizabeth Brennan died Friday, January 7, 2011. While her passing was peaceful, the sudden, aggressive attack of metastasized cancer leaves shocked and saddened all that loved her. She is survived by her husband, Lawrence J. Brennan, brother John W. Strong, sister-in-law Marty Strong, daughter Laura E. Brennan, son-in-law John Rooney, granddaughters Ann E. and Sarah C. Rooney, son Mark W. Brennan, daughter-in-law Pattie Shostak, granddaughters Skylar S., Riley P. and Gillian A. Brennan, nephews Frank R. and Benjamin W. Strong. Mary Elizabeth was born
June 5, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio, to Frank R. and Gertrude Elizabeth Way Strong. She attended Stevens College and the University of Kansas, earning a bachelor's degree in education. Among many pursuits, she enjoyed participating in Alpha Delta Pi, AAUW, PEO, and craft and bridge groups. Her primary devotion was making a home for her husband, children, and grandchildren with wonderful cooking and presentation, decor, gifts, and thoughtfulness. Her warm, generous touch will be missed greatly. Funeral arrangements to be announced Monday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Animal Haven, Ronald McDonald House, or the Gertrude Way Strong Children's Library at the University of Kansas, School of Education. Share a memory, sign an online guestbook, or express your condolences at www.overlandparkchapel.com. D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66204, PH: 913.648.6224
SALVATORE A. "SAM" BROCATO
Salvatore A. "Sam" Brocato, 69, passed away on Jan. 8, 2011. Mass of Christian Burial 1:30 p.m., Tue., Jan. 11th at Church of the Nativity, Leawood, KS. Visitation 5-7 p.m., Mon. at the church with Rosary prayed at 7. Full obituary will run in Monday's paper. Arr.: McGilley State Line, 816-942-6180.
CAROL BUCHANAN
Carol Buchanan, 71, Oak Grove, MO, passed away Jan. 8, 2011. Visitation 6-8 p.m., Tues., Jan. 11, at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Funeral services 10 a.m., Wed., Jan. 12, at First Baptist Church of Oak Grove, 400 SE 14th St., Oak Grove. (Arr. Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133, 816-353-1218) D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Homes, Cemeteries, Crematories.
ELIZABETH TUTTLE BURGESS
Elizabeth Tuttle Burgess passed away at the Rosecrest Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on January 7, 2011 in Spartanburg, SC. Born December 31, 1918 in New Haven, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Franck C. Tuttle and Sarah Droege. She is survived by two sons: Lee P. Burgess, Jr. and wife Carol of Kansas City, MO and Richard (Dick) and wife Virginia (Ginny) of Spartanburg, SC; Four grandchildren: Barbara Burgess Stubbs and husband Jud of Spartanburg, SC, Brian Burgess of New York, NY, Richard Burgess, Jr. and wife Tara of Roebuck, SC and Sara (Shelley) Burgess of Denver, CO; three great- grandchildren: Matthew Campbell, Sara Burgess, and Scott Parker Burgess; one great greatdaughter Arielle Epley. She was predeceased by husband Lee P. Burgess Sr. of 67 years and one great-grandson Timothy Scott Burgess. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lutheran Hospice 218 Trade Street, Greer, SC 29651 Following the cremation, Mrs. Burgess cremains will be scatted at her home on the Island of Grenada, West Indies.
ROBERT LEE CHARTRAND
Robert Lee Chartrand, 82, of Bethesda, MD died December 26, 2010 in Washington, DC. He was born
on March 6, 1928 to Joseph S. and Isabel (Doherty) Chartrand in Kansas City, MO. He graduated from Northeast High School (1945) and from UMKC (MA, 1949). He worked for the KC MO City Recreation Division until the Korean War started (1951), then was inducted into the Navy. He became a US Naval Intelligence Officer, serving on the Admiral's staff as a briefer and photo interpreter. Bob next worked for the Central Intelligence Agency before moving into the computer industry in positions with TRW, IBM and PRC. He joined the Library of Congress' Congressional Research Service (1967), retiring as the Senior Specialist in Information Policy and Technology. He was the author of countless articles and books, as well as a noted public speaker, in the field of information management. Honors included the 1984 UMKC Alumni Achievement Award. Bob was married
41 years to the former Eleanor Salmon Hodges, who passed away in 2008. They shared a passion for tennis, family and good causes. His volunteerism included Friends of the Collier County (Naples, FL) Library and Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, MD. Survivors include ex-wife Betty (Bogue) Hauck; children K.C. Chartrand, Rockville, MD and Leslie Chartrand- Selman, Vancouver, WA; step-children James Hodges Jr., Atlanta; and Jennifer Hodges, Bethesda, MD; seven grandchildren; and sisters Jane Sue Wassam, Palo Alto, CA; and Ellen G. Miller, Lenexa, KS. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 5 p.m., January 28, 2011 at Kenwood Country Club in Bethesda, MD. Online condolences are via www.pumphreyfuneralhome.com. Donations can be made in Robert Chartrand's name to Friends of the Libraries, Montgomery County at https://www.folmc.org/get- involved/make-a-donation.
MARION W. CHIPMAN
Marion W. Chipman 90, of St. Petersburg, passed away Monday, January 3, 2011, at Hospice House Woodside. He received his Juris Doctorate from Washburn University School of Law, Topeka, Kansas. He was awarded Good Conduct and Victory Medals and was honorably discharged from the Army Air Corp. He was selected as a District Judge in the State of Kansas. He is survived by son, Dr. Clark D Chipman; daughter, Jill E. McDonough; brother, John Chipman; wife, Nancy Jo Chipman, St. Petersburg, FL; stepson, Victor James Dougherty. There will be a Memorial Service on Thursday, January 13, 2011 at Anderson-McQueen (Tyrone) - Heritage Hall. Visit the family's personalized online Guestbook at www.AndersonMcQueen.com Anderson-McQueen Funeral Home Tyrone Chapel (727) 347-6636
MAXINE BEDNAR ALLEN
Maxine Bednar Allen, 91, passed away July 13, 2011, of natural causes at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, Kan. She leaves her two daughters, Linda Kay Nelson and Brenda Fay Eicher and their families. Maxine's husband, William Allen, passed June 16, 2011. The two were married
almost 65 years. The family is at peace knowing they are together again in heaven. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, July 15, at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Overland Park Chapel, 8201 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66204. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at Grace United Methodist Church, 11485 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, with burial to follow at Johnson County Memorial Gardens, 11200 Metcalf, Overland Park. Memorial gifts in honor of Maxine Allen may be given to the Johnson County Community College Foundation. Born in Manly, Iowa, Maxine met William while volunteering for the American Red Cross. The two married
and moved to Kansas. Maxine received her B.S. in Elementary Education and Child Development as well as her M.S. emphasis in Administration of Elementary Education from the University of Kansas, respectively. Maxine was a pioneer in elementary education in Johnson County and was listed in "Who's Who in Educational Administration." Maxine served as a teacher, principal or administrator over her 45 years in the education. She spent 30 years of her work across 47 elementary schools through the Shawnee Mission School District. A former airline hostess with Mid-Continent Airlines, she began her teaching career in Iowa and came to Shawnee Mission in 1955. In 1967, Maxine became the nation's first director of the federal Learning Disability Title III program, which later led to her directorship of Specific Learning Disabilities in the Shawnee Mission School District. Maxine authored numerous books and publications on elementary education and remained an active contributor to elementary education endeavors long after her retirement. Maxine was an amazing leader in the Johnson County community. She was a charter member of the Johnson County Community College Board of Trustees and served on the College Foundation. She remained active at the JCCC by attending the Foundation Board's events and the JCCC Gala. Attending the JCCC Gala was always Maxine and William's big event of the year. Maxine was a Johnson County Library Board of Trustee member serving two terms. She was a supportive force in many of the library system's expansive endeavors including the Edgerton library branch in Edgerton, Kan. Maxine was a political cornerstone in Republican leadership in Johnson County. She was a Kansas delegate for numerous Republican National Conventions. She was a founding member of the Republican Precinct Committee for Women and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution as well. Maxine was also a proud member of the following organizations: National Association for Children with Learning Disabilities, Johnson County Mental Health Association, Special Education Instructional Materials Center (University of Kansas), Kansas Department of Elementary Principals, National Department of Elementary Principals, Life Member of National Education Association (NEA), Delta Kappa Gamma - Beta Mu Chapter, American Association of University Women, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (NEA), Johnson County Navy League Auxiliary and a member of P.E.O. for 51 years. Share a memory, sign an online guestbook, or express your condolences at www.overlandparkchapel.com D
HELEN M. BARTLETT
Helen Bartlett, 89, passed away July 12, 2011. Graveside services will be 10:00am Saturday, July 16, at Floral Hills Cemetery. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.dwnewcomers.com (Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Chapel, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133, 816-353-1218). D.W. Newcomer's Sons Funeral Homes, Cemeteries, Crematories.
ANN MARGARET BECKER
Ann M. (nee Schneider) Becker, 96, born
October 5, 1914 in Rantoul near Chilton, WI, passed away July 13, 2011. Ann grew up on the family farm and moved to KC MO with her husband and four children in 1949 to establish the family vending machine business. Ann served 50 years on the Democratic Election Board, was a member of the Ladies Knights of Columbus, Daughters of Isabella, the Over "21" Club and volunteered for the Little Sisters of the Poor and St. Joseph's Hospital. Prior to retirement she worked at Sears on the Plaza and KC Sanitary Supply to help put her children through Catholic schools. She was always alive with life, prayer and her family were her most treasured assets. Ann never met a stranger and had tons of friends. She never looked back to the past but always to the future. Loving to cook and entertain she never sat down when guests were present. She loved to play all kinds of card games such as bridge, gin, poker, cribbage and Sheeps Head. Crossword puzzles, reading books on mysteries and espionage, playing Scrabble, playing on her computer and emailing (started at age 81) kept her active until the end. She lived independently until her last days. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Eugene J. Becker of 60 years, her loving son, Warren M. Becker, granddaughter Kathleen A. (Schatz) Minor and seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her sister, Eleanor Woelfel, brother Henry (Odelia) Schneider of WI; three daughters Margaret A. (James) Schatz, Springfield, MO; Bernita L. (Joseph) Centeno, Simi Valley, CA; and Mary D. (Mark) Langseth, KC MO. Seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren, Donna M. (John) Pinney, Springfield, MO; Elizabeth (Keegan) Kimbrough, St. Louis, MO; Ryann and Megan Pinney, Springfield, MO; Robert G. (Rebecca) Schatz, Kersten and Bethany Schatz, KC MO; Linda L. (Christopher) McClay, Sean and Rachel McClay, Bolivar, MO; Steven (Kelly) Becker, Lauren and Tyler Becker, Sunnyvale, CA; and Michael J. (Lea) Centeno, Nicholas Centeno, and step- grandchildren Tyler, Santa Clarita, CA; and daughter-in-law Patricia (Eldridge) Becker Joyce. A rosary will be said at 9:00 AM Monday, July 18, 2011 with visitation at 9:15 AM at St. Catherine's Catholic Church; 4101 E. 105th Terr, KC MO. Mass of Resurrection will be at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Little Sisters of the Poor, 8745 James A Reed Rd, KC, MO 64138. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel, 816-252-7900) Carson-Speaks Funeral Home, 1501 S. Lexington Avenue, Independence, MO 64052, 816-252-7900
ERMILE L. BRADFIELD
Ermile Lucille Bradfield, 98, of Oak Grove, died July 13, 2011. Visitation 9 to 10:30 a.m., services 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial Oak Grove Cemetery. Arr.: Royer Funeral Home, (816) 690-4441.
TORY DEAN BUFFINGTON
Tory Dean Buffington was born
March 9, 1967 in Kearney, NE to Sharon (West) and Ron Buffington. He lived in several states with his family, graduated from Olathe North High School, and attended Kansas State University. Tory and Paige Updike married
in 1986 and moved to Osceola, NE where they owned and operated a dry cleaning business. They had a son, Joel Dean Buffington. They later divorced. In 1993 Tory married
Dahlia Poteat. They became the owners of a dry cleaning plant in Lenexa, Ks. To this union a son, Garrett Wendell was born
completing a family including half sister, Tasha and half brother, William. Tory was an avid nature lover, enjoying time hunting, fishing, collecting Indian artifacts and exploring the beauty of outdoors. Tory loved sharing his excitement for God, nature, and his family with his many friends, enriching their lives with his infectious laugh and keen sense of humor. Tory was baptized as a young boy and carried his religious convictions throughout his life. After years of health issues, Tory passed away on July 10, 2011 at the age of 44 years. He is survived by his parents; sister, Tara West Teague; sons, Joel and Garrett, step children, Tasha and William; niece, Riley Kaye; nephews, Evan Dean and Ty Jackson; cousins, Sara and Bill; and grandmother, Marjorie West. Tory was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dean and Maxine Buffington and Wendell West. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, July 18th at 6:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Christian Church, 11411 Quivera, Olathe, Kansas. The family will receive friends following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tory Buffington Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date and sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66603. Online condolences and fond memories may be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.
LEO DIXON "DICK" CARNEY
Leo Dixon "Dick" Carney, 63 of Independence, MO passed away, Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at his residence. Cremation is planned with a memorial service to be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday morning at the Christ United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow in Longview Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m., until service time Saturday at the church. Dick was born
March 2, 1948 in Moberly to Jamie G. and Doris A. (Wassmuth) Carney. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an avid KC Chiefs and Missouri Tiger fan. He graduated from Moberly High School and later from the University of Missouri in 1970 with a degree in accounting. He served in the Army National Guard from 1970-76. As a CPA he had worked for over 20 years with Western Auto Supply Company including serving as Chief Financial Officer. Also held the position of Chief Financial Officer and other positions at Westlake Hardware Inc before retiring in 2006. He had coached his son and daughter in baseball and enjoyed the time spent with the game and most importantly time spent with his children. He was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church. He was married
to Connie D. (Mason) on October 6, 1967, she survives of the home. Other survivors include; a son, Shane Carney and his wife Kathy of Lee's Summit, MO; a daughter, Lea Hilke and her husband Mark of Shorewood, IL; a brother, George Carney and his wife Donna of Moberly, MO; a sister, Marty Patterson and her husband Bill of O'Fallon, MO and two grandchildren, Sam and Tom Hilke of Shorewood, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Tom Carney in 1999. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements; Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600) Speaks Suburban Funeral Home, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64051, 816-373-3600
