Dorothy L. Thorne
Visitation: Private
Service: 1:00 PM, Friday, February 4th, Essex Cemetery, Essex, Missouri
Dorothy L. Thorne, 85, of Jackson, died Wednesday, February 2, 2005, at the Jackson Manor Nursing Home.
She was born December 21, 1919, in Lilburn, Mo., daughter of Charles “Charlie” and Allie Evans. She and Orval C. Thorne were married September 19, 1936. He died February 8, 1986.
Formerly of Patton, Thorne moved to Jackson in the early 1980’s, and had resided at the Jackson Manor the past eight years.
Loving survivors include a son, Jerry Thorne of Jackson; a daughter and son-in-law, Geneva and Rev. Lee Hammel of Monroe, NC.; 10 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Orval R. Thorne, and two brothers.
A graveside funeral service will be held Friday February 4th, at 1 PM, at the Essex Cemetery in Essex, Mo. Rev. Lee Hammel will officiate.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Southeast Hospice.
Charles F. Schrader
Visitation: Wed., Feb. 2 from 4-8 PM at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau
Service: Thursday, February 3, at 10:30 AM, at the Trinity Lutheran Church
Charles F. Schrader, age 84, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Monday, January 31, 2005, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau.
He was born November 6, 1920, in Cape Girardeau, son of Frederick W. and Anna E. Brandes Schrader. He and Mary I. Brazeal were married August 8, 1942. She passed away January 27, 2003.
Charles was a life-long member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau.
He served in the United States Army, in the 129th Armored Infantry Division, from 1942 to 1945 during World War II. He participated in the D-Day invasion at Omaha Beach, France, receiving the Jubilee of Liberty Award, and a Purple Heart.
Charles worked as Sales Manager for Moon Distributing Company, retiring in 1982 after 37 years of employment.
Loving survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Joe Bob and Betty Schrader of St. Louis, MO; three daughters and a son-in-law, Judy Lueders and Jayne Schrader, both of Cape Girardeau, and Carol and Steve Emery of Smithfield, VA; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded by two brothers, a sister, and an infant grandson.
Friends may call today, from 4-8 PM at the McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau, and after 9:30 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Cape.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, February 3, at 10:30 AM, at the Trinity Lutheran Church, with Rev. Douglas Breite officiating.
Interment will follow in Fairmount Cemetery in Cape Girardeau, with graveside military honors.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Trinity Lutheran School Building Fund, or Trinity Lutheran Church Living Hope T.V. Ministry; 100 N. Frederick, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701.
Lorene “Pete” Becker
Visitation: Wed., Feb. 2 from 5-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Thursday, February 3, at 11:00 AM, at McCombs Funeral Home
Lorene “Pete” Becker, age 83, of Fruitland, died Monday, January 31, 2005, at her home.
She was born November 8, 1921, in Crystal City, MO, daughter of John and Marie Peerman Harmon. She and Archie Edward Becker were married July 15, 1943, in Hillsboro, MO. He died March 15, 1979.
Lorene was Baptized and Confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church at Festus, MO. She worked for Pittsburg Glass for a number of years in Festus. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church at Jackson since her family moved from Pevely, MO in 1961.
Loving survivors include; three sons, Jim, and Dan Becker of Jackson, and Victor “Rick” Becker of Marble Hill, MO; two sisters, Rhoda Olegar of Wentzville, MO, and Cora Revelle of Pevely.
She was preceded by six brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call today, from 5-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, February 3, at 11:00 AM, at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, with Rev. David Johnson officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to American Diabetes Association or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Melvin E. Detjen
Visitation: Tue., Feb. 1, from 4-8 PM, at McCombs in Jackson, & Wed., after 10:30 at the church in Friedheim, MO
Service: Wednesday February 2, at 11:30 AM, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Friedheim, MO
Melvin E. Detjen, age 79, of Friedheim, MO, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2004, at his home.
He was born April 24, 1925, in Cape Girardeau County, son of Edward and Ida Roth Detjen. He and Constance Irene Sauer were married April 20, 1947 in Jackson. She survives.
During World War II, Melvin served and was honorably discharged from the United States Army.
He was a self-employed farmer in the Friedheim community, was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Friedheim, and was a member of the American Legion Post of Perryville, MO.
Loving survivors include; his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, Dean and Delores Meyr of Friedheim, Floyd “Pete” and Judy Miller of Oak Ridge; two sisters and one brother-in-law, Amanda Steffens, and Hilmer and Helen Stueve of Frohna, MO; seven grandchildren, Delwain Meyr, Dericka (Mike) Newell of Friedheim, Daphine (Bradley) Buerck, and Dawnelle (Jeremy) Zoellner of Perryville, Sheila (Rob) Grayhek of Jackson, Nathan and Phillip Miller of Oak Ridge; five great-grandchildren, Dustin Meyr of Imperial, MO, Chantil and Calen Buerck of Perryville, Kyran Newell of Friedheim, and Erin Grayhek of Jackson.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law.
Friends may call Tuesday, February 1, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Wednesday, after 10:30 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Friedheim.
Funeral Service will be Wednesday February 2, at 11:30 AM, at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Friedheim, with Rev. Charles Weber officiating.
Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery with graveside military honors.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Trinity Lutheran Church in Friedheim or the American Cancer Society.
June James
Visitation: 4-8 PM, Tuesday, February 1st, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 10:30 AM, Wednesday, February 2nd, McCombs, Jackson
JUNE JAMES, 82, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, January 29, 2005, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Belleville, Ill..
She was born July 16, 1922, in Chickasha, Okla. daughter of Fred and Iva Mercer Baugher. She and Cecil W. James were married June 27, 1943, in Sikeston, Mo.
During WWII, Velma trained in St. Louis to be a machinist. She then worked as a machinist at Hahs Machine Shop in Sikeston. She was a member of the First Christian Church in Sikeston, and taught Sunday School many years in the Youth Department. She also was a former Brownie Troop leader in Sikeston.
In 1967, the family moved from Sikeston to their farm near Millersville. In 1998, they moved to Jackson.
Loving survivors include her husband of Jackson; a son, Bill James of Nashville, Tenn.; three daughters, Patsy Parmeter, Barbara Schilling, Glenda Cobb, all of Jackson; three brothers, Larry Baugher of Ojai, Cal., Jerry Baugher of Monet, Mo., Fred Baugher of Thousand Oaks, Cal.; two sisters, Lorene Cook of Monet, Betty Wesson of Metropolis, Ill.; nine grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call Tuesday, February 1st, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, February 2nd, at 10:30 AM, at the funeral home, with Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating.
Graveside committal service will be at 1:30 PM, at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Sikeston.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association or the church or charity of the donor’s choice.
Carlton "Cotton" G. Meyer
Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, January 31st, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 10 AM, Tuesday, February 1st, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jackson
Carlton “Cotton” G. Meyer, 86, of Jackson, passed away Friday, January 28, 2005, at the Monticello House in Jackson.
He was born October 28, 1918, in Cape Girardeau County, son of Charles W. and Erna Lowes Meyer. He and Clemency Horn were married April 22, 1944.
Cotton was inducted into the U.S. Army Air Force in 1942, and served in European and Middle East Theatres. A Radio Operator and Air Gunner, Cotton flew 50 missions on the “Screaming Eagle” before returning to the states. His most distinguished decorations are the Air Medal with 10 Oak Leaf Clusters, bronze stars for the battle campaigns, and a unit citation.
Upon his honorable discharge in August, 1945, Cotton was First Sergeant of Company A. He was instrumental in establishing the National Guard unit in Jackson where he served as Second and First Lieutenant for a total of 31 years with the guard and 35 years of service to his country.
In conjunction with his military service, he was an active member and Past Commander of Altenthal-Joerns American Legion Post 158 in Jackson, a member of the Honor Guard and Past Commanders’ Club, and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3838 in Cape Girardeau.
Cotton owned and operated Jackson Frozen Food Locker for 35 years. He served three terms as Alderman from Ward 2 during the 1950s, and again from 1971 – 1973. In 1973, he was elected Mayor of Jackson and served 22 years.
During his tenure, the city recognized expansion of the power plant, improvements in the waste water disposal plant, erection of traffic signals at the 61, 25, 72-34 junction, expansion of the city park, construction of the swimming pool, tennis courts, and band shell, and acquisition of the land and facilities for the Jackson Family Clinic and Jackson Manor Nursing Home.
Cotton’s sincere interest in the advancement of local and world communities led him to become active in numerous civic organizations. Some affiliations include Jackson Chamber of Commerce, Jackson Retail Merchants, Southeast Missouri Hospital Association, Missouri Association of Meat Processors, Missouri Association of Municipal Utilities, Jackson Senior Center, Cape County Transit, Jackson Heritage Association, Jackson Boys Baseball League, Jackson Benchwarmers Club, and scouting.
His membership in the Jackson Rotary Club spanned 56 years. He especially enjoyed the club fellowship and was always interested in Rotary International’s organized efforts to help the less fortunate around the world. In addition to holding each club office, he was a Paul Harris Fellow, a District Governor’s Aid from 1982-1983, and District Governor from 1983 – 1984. Also in 1983, the Jackson Chamber of Commerce honored him with the R..A. Fulenwider Memorial Award for Distinguished Community Service.
Cotton served St. Paul Lutheran Church in the capacity of President, Vice President, Elder, Sunday School teacher, Men’s Club Chairman, and District President of the Walther League.
Loving survivors include his wife, Clemency, of Jackson; two sons, Charles and Craig Meyer of Jackson; a daughter, Carla Moore of Alcoa, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Carmen Simpher and husband Brad of Jackson, Michelle Clayton and husband Kevin of Louisville, Tenn., Chad Meyer of St. Louis, Jayson Moore of Knoxville, Tenn., Adam Meyer of New Wells, Cody Meyer of Jackson; three great-grandchildren, Cassie and Brandon Simpher, Ella Clayton; a sister, Dorothy Ficken of St. Louis; a brother, Harold Meyer of Springville, Tenn.; and a step-sister, Mary Crites of Jackson.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Nelson “Butch” Meyer; and three sisters, Altha Smith, Betty Hessenflow, and LaVern Bangert.
Friends may call Monday, January 31st, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson. An American Legion Service will be held at 7 PM. Visitation will continue Tuesday, February 1st, after 9 AM, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Tuesday at 10 AM, at the church, with Rev. Robert Henrichs officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery with graveside military honors.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Organ Fund at St. Paul Lutheran Church, or the American Cancer Society.
H. Vernon Davault
Visitation: Sun., Jan. 30, from 4-8 PM, at the funeral home in Jackson & after 9:00 AM at 1st Baptist Church
Service: Monday, at 10:30 AM at the 1st Baptist Church
H. Vernon Davault, age 77, of Jackson, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2005, at the family home.
He was born May 22, 1927, in Bollinger County, MO, son of Ora and Ruth Snider Davault. He and Genevieve “Genny” Schreiner were married August 9, 1947, in Jackson. She survives.
On May 10, 1945, he was inducted into the United States Navy. He was honorably discharged on July 30, 1946 as Seaman, First Class.
Vernon had been a member of the First Baptist Church in Jackson since 1941. He was active in Sunday School, he was head usher of the 8:00 AM service, a former youth group van driver, and former R. A. leader. He was a long-time member of the Tuesday Night Church Bowling League at Jackson Lanes.
In 1976, he and his family moved from Jackson to their farm, where he was an avid farmer and cattleman. He was a member of the American Legion Post #158 in Jackson.
Loving survivors include; his wife, two daughters and sons-in-law, Helen and Ben Proffer of Jackson, Susan and Chuck Bright of Washington, MO; one brother, Roy Davault of Cape Girardeau; one sister and brother-in-law, Della and Stan Reinholz of Mesa, AZ; four grandchildren, Amy Philipps, and her husband, Tom, and Greg Proffer, all of Jackson, Charlie Bright and his wife, Jill, of St. Louis, MO, and Caitlin Bright of Washington, MO; three great-grandchildren, Auston Proffer, Alex and Max Pilipps, all of Jackson.
Friends may call Sunday, January 30, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson and after 9:00 AM at the First Baptist Church. An American Legion Service will be held at 7:00 PM at the funeral home.
Funeral Service will be Monday, at 10:30 AM, at the Church, with Rev. Carter Frey officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson with graveside military honors.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to First Baptist Youth Ministry or Southeast Hospice.
Herman H. Lucey
Visitation: Friday, January 28, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Saturday, January 29, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home
Herman H. Lucey, age 67, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2005, at Saint Francis Medical Center. He was born May 28, 1937, in Matthews, MO, son of William “Jack” and Naomi Moyers Lucey.
Herman was a 1957 graduate of Bell City High School. He had worked at Atlas Buildings, Sturdy Built, and owned and operated the former C & L Construction in Jackson. He was a member of First General Baptist Church in Jackson.
Loving survivors include a son, Kenny Lucey of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Penny and George Bruhl of St. Peters, MO; four grandchildren, Kenny W. Lucey, Jr. of Marble Hill, MO, Christopher W., Andrew M., and Justin M. Freeman, all of St. Peters; and beloved friend, Mary L. Howard of Cape Girardeau.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Carol Lucey; and a sister, Joyce Coomer.
Friends may call Friday, January 28, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 29, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home with Rev. Luther Rhodes officiating.
Graveside committal will be at 1 PM, at Hagy Cemetery in Dexter, MO.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the family.
Nora A. Lungwitz
Visitation: Jan. 27, 4-8 PM, at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, & Jan 28, after 9:00 AM at Immanuel Church
Service: 10 AM, Friday, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells, MO
Nora A. Lungwitz, 88, of Altenburg, died Monday, January 24, 2005, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau.
She was born June 14, 1916, in New Wells, daughter of Adolph R. and Christiana L. Jahn Thauwald. She and Edgar W. Lungwitz were married November 13, 1938, in New Wells. He died October 7, 1972.
Lungwitz was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. She farmed many years with her husband and also maintained the farm after his death.
Loving survivors include a son, Eugene Lungwitz of Oak Ridge; two daughters, Dorothy Aurich of Perryville, Pauline Lungwitz of Altenburg; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters.
Friends may call Thursday, January 27, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Friday, January 28, after 9 AM, at Immanuel Church in New Wells.
Funeral service will be at 10 AM, Friday, at the church, with Rev. Walter Patzwitz.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Leslie Kieninger
Visitation: Sun., from 4-8 PM, at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, & Mon, after 9:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church
Service: Monday, January 24, at 10:00 AM, at Zion Lutheran Church
Leslie Kieninger, age 83, of Pocahontas, died Thursday, January 20, 2005, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.
He was born March 19, 1921, in Pocahontas, MO, son of Martin and Matilda Bellman Kieninger. He and Verna Kester were married May 5, 1951, in Friedheim, MO.
Kieninger was a life-time member of Zion Lutheran Church in Pocahontas, where he was involved in various committees and offices. He had served several years on the Pocahontas Town Board. He retired from Landgraf Construction after many years of work.
Survivors include his wife; three daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Steve Sandau of Salem, OR, Pat and Dirk Engelhart of Jackson, and Linda and Bill Wooten of Jackson; one brother, Clarence Kieninger of Jackson; two sisters, Lavera Barlow, and Elvera Cutter, both of Hillsboro, IN; and seven grandchildren.
He was preceded by an infant daughter; a son; two brothers; and three sisters.
Friends may call Sunday, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and after 9:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran Church on Monday.
Service will be Monday, at 10:00 AM, at the Church, with Rev. Robert Mann officiating.
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Zion Education Fund or Saxony Lutheran High School.
Herman A. Lange
Visitation: Saturday, January 22, 2005, at Immanuel Lutheran Church from 10:00 AM until service time.
Service: Saturday, January 22, at 11:00 AM at the Church
Herman A. Lange, age 72, of Whitewater, died Wednesday, January 19, 2005, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.
He was born December 15, 1932, in Whitewater, son of Louis and Anna Meier Lange.
Lange graduated from Jackson High School in 1951. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Tilsit, MO, and had farmed in the Whitewater area all of his life.
He is survived by cousins.
Friends may call at Immanuel Lutheran Church from 10:00 AM until service time on Saturday, January 22, 2005.
Funeral will be at the church at 11:00 AM. with Rev. Mark Boettcher officiating.
Interment will follow in Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery in Tilsit.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery Fund.
Sopha A. Schafer
Visitation: Wednesday, January 19th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Thursday, January 20, at 10 AM, at the funeral home
Sopha A. Schafer, age 82, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2005 at her home.
She was born November 25, 1922, at Glennon, MO, daughter of George and Emma Laurentius Beel. She and Zeno W. Schafer were married February 9, 1942, at Cape Girardeau. He survives.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jackson for many years.
In addition to her husband she is survived by three sons, Don Schafer of Atlanta, GA, Richard Schafer of Marble Hill, MO, and Frank Schafer of Perryville, MO; four daughters, Mary Whiteside of Perryville, Rosie Roshek of Wright City, MO, Judy Proffer of Hamilton, MO and Susan Burehl of Pocahontas, MO; two brothers, Charles Beel of St. Peters and Edward Beel of Cape Girardeau; two sisters Carrie Macke of St. Louis and Lavern Winebarger of Womack, MO; Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.
Friends may call Wednesday, January 19th, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, at 10 AM, at the funeral home Mnsgr. Edward Eftink officiating.
Burial will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society or Southeast Hospice.
Ludolf H. “Rudy” Ruch
Visitation: Wednesday, January 19, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Thursday, January 20, at 1:30 PM, at the Funeral Home
Ludolf H. “Rudy” Ruch, age 92, of Jackson, died Monday, January 17, 2005, at his home.
He was born September 29, 1912, in Hilderbrand, MO, son of Isedore and Albertina Schemel Ruch. He and Anna Helen Grebe were married November 16, 1942.
Rudy worked for the Cape County Highway Department for many years, retiring in 1977. He moved to Jackson from Oak Ridge in 1980.
Survivors include; his wife; a son, Lary Ruch of Sedgewickville, MO; two daughters, Judy Reinecke of Jackson, and Carole Stone of Oak Ridge; three sisters, Alice Kesel and Lona Ruch of St. Elizabeth, MO, and Grace Reiner of Kirkwood, MO; six grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and an infant granddaughter.
Friends may call Wednesday, January 19, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, January 20, at 1:30 PM, at the Funeral Home, with Msgr. Edward Eftink officiating.
Burial will follow in Goshen Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Immaculate Conception Building Fund or Goshen Cemetery Fund.
Patricia “Pat” L. Fritsche
Visitation: Fri., Jan. 14th, from 4-8 PM, at McCombs Funeral Home, & after 9:30 Sat., Jan. 15th at St. Paul
Service: Saturday at 10:30 AM, at the church
Patricia “Pat” L. Fritsche, 55, of Jackson, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2005, at her home.
She was born April 15, 1949, in Cape Girardeau, daughter of Ellis and Olga Lohmann Kuntze.
Pat was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson and a former member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg and Salem Lutheran Church in Farrar. She worked many years at Frontier Kitchen in Fruitland, retiring in May 2004 due to health complications.
Pat was especially proud of her family. She received great joy in spending time with her children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; and always maintained a special interest in their activities.
Loving survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Kim and Neal Dost of Shawneetown, Amy and Mark Vanlandingham of Jackson; a son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Leslie Fritsche of Jackson; her parents of Altenburg; three sisters, Helen Kuntze of Altenburg, Beverly Parsons and husband Mark of St. Louis Park, Minn., Ruth Miesner and husband Russ of Altenburg; a brother, Richard Kuntze and wife Tina of Altenburg.
Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Aaron and Austin Dost, Amy Rose Vanlandingham, Alexis Ruch, Melissa Weber, Stephanie Weber, Devin Austin; and two great-grandchildren, Dalton Austin and Samantha Medlin; and two nieces and three nephews.
Friends may call Friday, January 14th, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Saturday, January 15th, after 9:30 AM, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Saturday at 10:30 AM, at the church, with the Revs. David Johnson and Robert Henrichs officiating.
Interment will follow in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery at Shawneetown.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Trinity Lutheran Church in Shawneetown or the American Stroke Association.
Russell H. Polen
Visitation: Friday, January 14, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Saturday, January 15, at 1:30 PM, at the Funeral Home
Russell H. Polen, age 91, of Jackson, died Thursday, January 13, 2005, at the home of his son.
He was born May 27, 1913, in Fisk, MO, son of Oscar W. and Ethel Lou Appel Polen. He and Esther Long were married October 6, 1934, in Essex, MO.
Polen sold seed corn for the Funk Seed Company for many years in Farmington, IL. In 1944, he moved to Millersville, where he farmed. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Millersville for many years. He and Esther celebrated 70 years of marriage in October, 2004.
Loving survivors include his wife, Esther, of Jackson; three sons, Richard Polen of Godfrey, IL, Russell W. Polen of Jackson, Jeffrey Polen of Perryville, MO; one daughter, Betty Smith of Millersville; five brothers, Estel Polen of Maquon, IL, Donald Duley of Hanna City, IL, Earl Duley of Maquon, IL, and Carl Duley of Williams Field, IL., Ralph Duley of Yates City, IL, two sisters, Dorothy Schell of Peoria, IL, and Mary Ann Brown of Hanna City, IL; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one brother; two sisters; and one grandson.
Friends may call Friday, January 14, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 15, at 1:30 PM, at the Funeral Home with Rev. Daniel Hale officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Baptist’s Children’s Home.
Paul L. Johnson
Visitation:
Service:
Paul L. Johnson, 87, of Cape Girardeau, passed away Friday, January 7, 2005, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born January 8, 1917, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, son of the late Rev. Harry E. and Claudia L. Cooper Johnson. He and Bonnie “Janice” Townes were married in 1939. She passed away in 1981. He and Margaret Evans Estes were married February 16, 1982. She passed away Sept. 22, 2001.
Paul served in the Army during World War II. He was a teletype operator in the Pacific Theatre.
He was a resident of Cape Girardeau most of his life and was a member of Hobbs Chapel United Methodist Church. He worked over 40 years for the Corps of Engineers and retired as a District Supervisor.
Loving survivors include two grandsons, Dr. Paul H. Johnson of Knoxville, Tennessee, James G. Johnson of Evergreen, Colorado; a daughter-in-law, Martha Johnson Toll of Mountain View, Missouri; and a brother-in-law, Lee Townes of Cape Girardeau.
He was preceded in death by a son, Paul Lewis Johnson; and two sisters.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Salvation Army.
Vivian D. Patterson
Visitation:
Service: Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Wilburton
Vivian D. Patterson, age 78, of Cape Girardeau, died Thursday, November 25, 2004 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.
She was born August 6, 1926, in Long Beach, CA daughter of Jacob and Edith Goodman Scales. She was married to Earl Patterson.He preceded her in death.
Mrs. Patterson was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wilburton, Oklahoma and a former member of the Red Oak Eastern Star.
Loving survivors include one son, Jack Ivie of Tustin, CA; two daughters Mary Gunn of Cape Girardeau and Evelyn Ivie of Oceanside, CA; one sister, Rose Moysa of Mesa, AZ; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, husband, one sister, and one grandson.
Friends may call today from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at the Waldrop Funeral Home in Wilburton, Oklahoma.
Funeral Service will be Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Wilburton, with Rev. Doug Miller officiating.
Burial will follow in the Masonic Cemetery in Wilburton.
Alvin E. Hennecke
Visitation: Monday, January 10th, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Tuesday at 11:00 AM at the Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson
Alvin E. Hennecke, 85, of Jackson, died Saturday, January 8, 2005, at the Jackson Manor Nursing Home.
He was born July 22, 1919, in Gordonville, son of William H. and Annie Amelunke Hennecke. He and Esther E. Best were married November 22, 1942.
Alvin attended the former Needmore School south of Gordonville. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville. He had been a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson for 46 years. Alvin farmed west of Jackson most of his life, while also working at the former International Shoe and Handle factories in Jackson. In 1969, the family moved to Jackson. From 1972 – 1984, he worked for the Jackson R-2 School District.
Loving survivors include his wife Esther of 62 years; a son and daughter-in-law, Leon and Janis Hennecke of Chaffee, Mo. two daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda and Russell McCampbell of Columbia, Mo., and Brenda and John Smith of Festus, Mo.; seven grandchildren, Dennis Hennecke of Oak Ridge, Mo., Larry Hennecke of Jackson, Emily Smith of Festus, Marty, Von, and Eric Priggel of Oran, Mo.; Jennifer Shively of Benton, Mo.; and 14 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, William, Albert, and Walter Hennecke.
Friends may call from 4-8 PM, Monday, January 10th, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and after 10 AM, Tuesday, January 11th, at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Tuesday at the church at 11 AM, with Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Emanuel United Church of Christ Expansion Fund.
Marvin H. Meyr
Visitation: Sat., Jan. 8th, from 5-8 PM at McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson & after 12:30 on Sun. at the church.
Service: Sunday, January 9 at 1:30 PM at the church.
Marvin H. Meyr, 83, of Gordonville, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2005, at his home.
He was born December 22, 1921, in New Wells, Mo. son of Walter and Ida Leimbach Meyr. He and Allene B. Grossheider were married April 12, 1953. She passed away May 24, 2004.
Marvin owned and operated a dairy farm 36 years in Gordonville, retiring in 1988.
He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells. He later became a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville, where he was as an elder and served 13 years on the Church Council.
Loving survivors include a son, Donny Meyr, and two daughters Nancy Meyr, and Carolyn Meyr, all of Gordonville; a sister, Olga C. Meyr of Cape Girardeau; and a sister-in-law, Wilma Grossheider of Gordonville. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Meyr, September 10, 1979.
Friends may call from 5-8 PM, Saturday, January 8th, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Sunday, January 9th, after 12:30 PM, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville.
Funeral service will be at 1:30 PM, Sunday, at the church, with Rev. Wayne Schwiesow officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Zion Lutheran Church Repair Fund or Lutheran World Relief.
Marie A. Best
Visitation: Sat., Jan. 8th, from 4-8 PM, at McCombs in Jackson, and Sun., after 12 PM at Emanuel UCC in Jackson
Service: Sunday at 1 PM at the church
Marie A. Best, 84, of Jackson, died Wednesday, January 5, 2005, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
She was born March 4, 1920, in Laflin, Missouri, daughter of George F. and Anna Arns Radin. She and Wilbert Best were married October 2, 1940. Best worked as a cook for the Jackson R-2 School District, retiring in 1982.
She was a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson, where she was active in the Lydia Kies Circle, Quilting Group, and Bible Study.
Loving survivors include her husband; two daughters, Wilma Edmonds of Hendersonville, Tennessee, Norma Thieret of Ste. Genevieve, Missouri; six brothers, Henry Radin of Campbell, Missouri, George Radin of Festus, Missouri, Joe Radin of Beaver Creek, Ohio, Eugene Radin of Sebastopol, California, Martin Radin of DeSoto, Missouri, Milford Radin of Hamilton, Ohio; two sisters, Dorothy Lampe of Benton, Missouri, Martha Perry of Dayton, Ohio; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call Saturday, January 8th, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Sunday, January 9th, after 12 PM, at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Sunday at 1 PM at the church, with Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating.
Interment will follow in Salem Cemetery near Cape Girardeau.
John R. Williams
Visitation: Thursday, January 6, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Friday, January 7, at 10:30 AM, at the Funeral Home
John R. Williams, age 80, of Gordonville, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born February 13, 1924, in Crump, MO, son of James F. and Emma Brase Williams. He and Maggie Hanschen were married September 20, 1947. She survives.
John was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville. He was a locomotive engineer for BN Railroad, retiring in 1989.
Loving survivors include one brother, J.F. “Junior” Williams, Jr.; three sisters, Flora Wiseman, Mildred Helderman, and Jean Green, all of Crump, MO; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by one sister.
Friends may call Thursday, January 6, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Friday, January 7, at 10:30 AM, at the Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Hoffstetter officiating.
Interment will follow in Christ Lutheran Cemetery in Gordonville.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Christ Lutheran Church or Mid-America Teen Challenge.
Ed H. Hanschen
Visitation: Tues., Jan. 4th, from 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Wednesday, January 5th, at 10:30 AM, at the Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville, MO
Ed H. Hanschen, 89, of Gordonville, passed away Monday, January 3, 2005, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born September 6, 1915, in Gordonville, son of Martin P. and Clara Eggers Hanschen. He and Evelyn Hitt were married July 2, 1938, in Gordonville. She passed away August 10, 1995.
Ed worked over 50 years at the former International Shoe Factory in Jackson.
He was baptized and confirmed at Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville, where he was active in many church functions and formerly served as an elder. He especially enjoyed bowling in the church league and fishing.
Loving survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Judy Hanschen of Cape Girardeau; a grandson, Geoffery Hanschen of Cape Girardeau; a granddaughter, Jillian Hanschen of Cape Girardeau; three sisters and two brothers-in-law, Sarah and Ben Borchelt of Cape Girardeau; Minnie Whitler of Gordonville; Maggie and John Williams of Gordonville.
In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by two brothers; and a brother-in-law, Louis Whitler.
Friends may call Tuesday, January 4th, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Wednesday, January 5th, after 9:30 AM, at Christ Lutheran Church in Gordonville.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, January 5th, at 10:30 AM, at the church, with Rev. Gary Hoffstetter officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Christ Lutheran Church Building Fund.
Gilbert "Gib" A. Meyr
Visitation: 4-7 PM, Sunday, January 2nd, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 10 AM, Monday, January 3rd, Immanuel Lutheran Church, New Wells
Gilbert “Gib” A. Meyr, 88, of New Wells, Mo., passed away Thursday, December 30, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born November 18, 1916, in New Wells, son of Gustav and Pauline Perr Meyr. He and Florence Hutteger were married April 28, 1940, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells.
Loving survivors include his wife Florence of 64 years; two sons and daughters-in-law, Delvin and Dorothy Meyr of Cape Girardeau, Ray and Julie Meyr of Jackson; a daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Mike Longman of Jackson; nine grandchildren, Darrin Meyr and wife Stacy of Jackson, Daniel Meyr and wife Tina of St. Louis, DeAnn Hein and husband Gregg of Billings, Mont., Dwight Meyr and wife Diane of St. Louis, David Meyr and wife Trina of Meridian Miss., Sherri Palmer of Perryville, Mo, Brad Meyr and wife Paula of Jackson, Tony Longman of Poplar Bluff, Mo., and Kala Longman of Jackson; and eleven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by 15 brothers and sisters.
Gib was a life-long member of Immanuel Lutheran Church where he formerly served as a Sunday School teacher, elder, trustee, and sang in the choir. He was also active in the Lutheran Layman’s League. He was a life-long farmer in the New Wells community, and was a former board member of Missouri Farm Bureau.
Friends may call Sunday, January 2, between 4-7 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson, and Monday, January 3, after 9 AM, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells.
Funeral service will be Monday at 10:00 AM at the church, with Rev. Walter Patzwitz officiating.
Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Immanuel Lutheran Memorial Fund, Lutheran World Relief, or Saxony Lutheran High School.
Lora B. Dubar
Visitation: 6-8 PM, Friday, Dec. 31st, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 10 AM, Saturday, Jan. 1st, McCombs, Jackson
Lora Bell Dubar, 60, of Jackson, died Thursday, December 30, 2004, at her home.
She was born August 19, 1944, in Broseley, Mo., daughter of Esco and Lucille Howard Luttrull. She and Gary A. Dubar were married August 3, 1979, in Kennett, Mo.
Lora worked at the former Lee Rowan Plant in Jackson from 1985 – 2000.
Loving survivors include her husband; a son, Ronald E. Parsons of Jackson; two brothers, Perry and Omer Luttrull of Fruitland; and a half-brother, Charles Sparks of Poplar Bluff.
She was preceded in death by one sister and a half-sister.
Friends may call Friday, December 31st, from 6-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Saturday, January 1st, at 10 AM, at the funeral home with Rev. Steven Sander officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.
Ruth J. Fluegge
Visitation: Wednesday, December 29, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Thursday, at 2:00 PM, at the Funeral Home
Ruth J. Fluegge, age 76, of Pevely, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Crystal City, MO.
She was born August 9, 1928, in Chaffee, MO, daughter of George and Emma Laurentius Beel. She and Elmer W. Fluegge were married February 28, 1948. He passed away December 6, 1986.
Ruth was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Herculaneum, MO, and had been active in the VFW Post Auxiliary in Festus, MO.
Survivors include; two brothers, Ed Beel of Cape Girardeau, and Charlie Beel of St. Louis, MO; three sisters, Sophie Schafer of Jackson, Caroline Macke of St. Louis, and Lavern Winebarger of Fredericktown; four grandsons, and three great-grandchildren. Preceded by her husband; a son; two brothers; and a sister.
Friends may call Wednesday, December 29, between 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, at 2:00 PM, at the Funeral Home, with Msgr. Ed Eftink officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
Charles “Junior” Sides
Visitation: Monday, December 27th, between 3:30 - 8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson
Service: Tuesday, December 28th, at 10:00 AM, at the funeral home
Charles “Junior” Sides, age 78, of Leemon, died Friday, December 24, 2004, at the Missouri Veterans’ Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born May 28, 1926, near Leemon, son of Charles F. and Dora Trickey Sides. He and Eva “Louise” Stanley were married August 31, 1943 at Benton, MO. She died May 25, 1988.
On January 1945 he was inducted into the United States Army. He was honorably discharged on August 1946. While in the Army he received the Victory Medal, two overseas Service Bars, Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon, Army of Occupation of Japan, and the Good Conduct Medal.
Mr. Sides worked as a carpenter, river man, head miller at the former Leemon Saw Mill, and also worked for the former Litz Poultry Plant in Jackson. Mr. Sides was engaged in farming all of his life near the Leemon community, until his retirement in 1990.
Survivors include six sons Gary, Lynn, Stephen, Terry, and Marcus all of Jackson and David of Burleson, TX; four daughters, Donna Aufdenberg of Burfordville, Geta Parker and Gaye Smith of Jackson, and Nina Dickerson of Millersville; 15 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, two sisters, and three grandchildren.
Friends may call Monday, December 27th, between 3:30 - 8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 28th, at 10:00 AM, at the funeral home with Rev. Janet Hopkins officiating.
Burial will follow in Apple Creek Cemetery near Pocahontas with graveside military honors.
Charles Willis Peters
Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, Dec. 20th, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 2 PM, Tuesday, Dec. 21st, McCombs, Jackson
Charles Willis Peters, 68, of Burfordville, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2004, at his home.
He was born June 25, 1936, in Burfordville, son of Willie and Lena Runnels Peters. He and Doris Reitzel were married June 8, 1958, in Burfordville.
Charles attended the former Burdfordville Elementary School; was a 1955 graduate of Jackson High School; and a 1957 graduate of the former Cape Business College.
He enjoyed farming and did so his entire life while also working as a bookkeeper for Farm Bureau in Advance; a school bus driver for Jackson R-2 Schools; a representative for Walters Buildings, McCombs Funeral Home, and the Southeast Missourian’s Target publication, retiring in 2001.
The Peters had been members of First General Baptist Church in Jackson since 1986. Charles was a deacon, a former member of the Building Committee and a former church board member. He was also a former member of the Gideons International.
He was a current member of the Camp Allen board, and the Columbia Mutual Insurance Board.
Loving survivors include his beloved wife, Doris; two daughters and sons-in-law, Tammy and Glenn Woeltje and their children Wyatt and Rachel of Jackson, Tennessee, Stephanie and Kevin Rhodes and their son, Braden, of Burfordville; brother and sister-in-law, Carl and Marcella Peters of Marble Hill, Mo.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Barbara Reitzel of Whitewater; three nephews and one niece.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may call Monday, December 20th, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, December 21st, at 2 PM, at the funeral home, with the Revs. Kevin and Luther Rhodes officiating.
Interment will follow in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the First General Baptist Building Fund, Gideons International, or Southeast Hospice.
Phyllis Dockins-Lewis
Visitation: 4-8 PM, Monday, Dec. 20th, McCombs, Jackson
Service: 10:30 AM, Tuesday, Dec. 21st, McCombs, Jackson
Phyllis Dockins Lewis, 98, of Jackson, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2004, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau.
She was born February 1, 1906, in Sparta, Ill., the daughter of Harvey and Margariete Cox McManus. She and C. P. “Pal” Dockins were married March 19, 1923. Pal passed away December 2, 1961.
Phyllis and Pal owned and operated the former Dockins Grocery & Produce Store in Burfordville many years, where both served as Post Masters. Phyllis was a charter member and past president of the former Burfordville Homemakers Club. She was active in the Burfordville Baptist Church and was a former Sunday School Teacher in the youth and adult departments.
On January 29, 1972, Phyllis married Richard Lewis. She retired as Post Master on September 28, 1973, and then sold the store. In 1976, she and Richard moved to Jackson and were members of the First Baptist Church, where Phyllis was one of the oldest members. They remained active until January 2002, when Richard suffered broken bones from a fall and moved to the Lutheran Home. Phyllis followed and resided in an assisted living apartment. Richard passed away July 15, 2004, and in November, 2004, Phyllis became quite frail and moved from her assisted living apartment to the skilled facility at the Lutheran Home.
Loving survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Donna Dockins of Jackson; daughter and son-in-law, Ruth and Woodrow Colyer of Jackson; three stepsons and their wives, Dr. Robert “Bob” and Jean Lewis of Keyport, Washington, Dick and Kay Lewis of Pearl River, New York, Don and Becky Lewis of Brazeau, Mo; and stepdaughter, Mary Ann Haynes of Cape Girardeau.
Also surviving are five grandchildren and their spouses, Brennan and Martha Colyer of Farmington, New Mexico, Greg Colyer, Scott and Donna Colyer of Jackson, Christi and Rick Guilliams, Jamey and Dee Dee Dockins, all of Jackson; eight great-grandchildren, Lynda McLaughlin and husband Kyle, Ellyn Colyer, all of Farmington, New Mexico, Philip, Chelsie, Rachel, and Melissa Colyer, Rebecca Guilliams, Madalyn Dockins, all of Jackson; a great-great-granddaughter, Layne McLaughlin of Farmington, New Mexico; 10 step-grandchildren, and 15 step-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, John, Frenton, Ralph, and Floyd McManus two sisters, Nola Nothdurft and Della McDonald; and a great-granddaughter, Callie Dockins.
Friends may call Monday, December 20th, from 4-8 PM, at the McCombs Funeral Home in Jackson.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, December 21st, at 10:30 AM at the funeral home with the Revs. Raymond V. Epps and Carter Frey officiating.
Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to the Burfordville Baptist Church, the First Baptist Church in Jackson, or Shawnee Hills Baptist Church in Jackson.
