The Reporter newspaper, Camdenton Missouri

The Reporter covers Miller, Morgan and Camden County in Central Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks and is published once per week on Wednesdays.

Obituaries

Published April 17, 2024

Lucille Erma Arnold, 86
Lucille Erma “Lucy” Arnold, daughter of Virgil Ray and Alma Lorraine Baker, was born, August 19, 1937 in Columbia, Missouri. She passed away, March 29, 2024, in her home, Camdenton, Missouri at the age of eighty-six years, seven months and ten days.

On July 13, 1954 in Ferguson, Missouri, she was united in marriage to William Harold “Bill” Arnold and together they shared fifty-one years of marriage prior to his passing on April 1, 2006. To this union, two children were born.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Arnold; her parents; seven brothers and four sisters.
Lucy is survived by her two sons, William H. Arnold, Jr. of Camdenton, Missouri and Steve R. Arnold of Roach, Missouri; her sister, Linda Bradley and husband Gary and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

She was raised in Columbia, Missouri and attended Columbia Hickman School. After her marriage in 1954, she and Bill made their home in Florissant, Missouri, where they lovingly raised their sons.

Together they retired to the Lake of the Ozarks in 1988. She helped set-up Colonal Day Stores and worked at Venture Stores in O’Fallon, Missouri till she retired in 1988.

Lucy had lots of stories to tell. She shared many tales about her childhood, living in an army tent, teaching neighbor children to fish and of the Angels that surrounded her husband Bill before he passed. We know those same Angels have escorted Lucy to her final resting place.

She was an avid, diehard St. Louis Cardinal Fan. Hobbies included painting, crocheting, fishing for crappie and big catfish. She also collected Angels and Precious Moments figurines. She loved listening to country music and soft rock and watching western movies with her family.

Lucy was of the Baptist faith and had attended Carsonville Baptist Church.

Lucy was a loving wife, mother and sister and was a caring neighbor and friend. Above all, Lucy loved her family most of all. We will cherish her memory in our hearts and will miss her greatly.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, April 9, 2024, in Oakland Cemetery, Columbia, Missouri. Burial followed in Oakland Church Cemetery, Columbia.

A fund has been established and may be mailed to Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home, 15 Clint Avenue, Camdenton, Missouri 65020 or left at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made at www.alleeholmanhowe.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home, Camdenton, Missouri.

James Eslie King, 94
James Eslie King passed away on March 29, 2024, at the age of 94, at Valley View Nursing home in Junction City Kansas.

Jim was born on December 22, 1929 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Nealy Wade King and Josephine Stafford Holt. He married Jean Marie Green on August 4, 1951 in Evansville, Indiana while Jim was stationed at Camp Breckinridge, Kentucky. They shared 73 years together and were the parents of two sons.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his son, James Michael (Mike) King, his brother, Burke Holt, and his sister’s June Waters and Wanda Shepherd.

Jim is survived by his wife, Jean, his son, Rodney King (Leta) of Junction City, Kansas, granddaughters, Jasmine Stewart (Mike), Michelle King, and Emily King, his grandson’s Brian and Jeffery and his great grandchildren, Audrienna Stewart, Alaina Stewart, Colton Stewart and Julian King, all of Junction City, Kansas and his sister, Patricia Feugate, of Kansas City, Kansas.

Jim entered the United States Army in December of 1951 and served for 20 years retiring April 30, 1971 at Fort Riley, Kansas. Jim received a bronze star medal and several other awards during his time in the army. During Jim’s time in the army, he was stationed in Germany two different times with the family.

Jim, Jean and their sons would take trips every chance they were able to, driving to Italy and the Netherlands and attending Oktoberfests. At one time in Germany, Jim’s company was on a rotation in Berlin for 2 to 3 months during the holidays. Jean and the boys rode a train to visit Jim for Thanksgiving and Christmas that year.

During Jim’s time in the army, he was deployed to Korea in 1951. While stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas, Jim was deployed to Vietnam and upon his return from Vietnam, he was stationed at Fort Leonardwood. He stayed there for about three months and put in to retire at Fort Riley, Kansas where Jimand Jean had a home.

Upon Jim’s retirement from the army, he worked in civil service at Fort Riley, Kansas for 20 years. Jim and Jean purchased a home in Milford, Kansas. While living near the lake, Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and mushroom hunting.

Jim passed his love of mushroom hunting and fishing down to his sons. The family enjoyed summers at Milford Lake in the pontoon boat. There were many Sunday dinners with the family enjoyed at the house in Milford.

In 1981, Jim, Jean, Mike, Rodney, Leta, Jasmine and Michelle took a trip in Jim’s motor home to California and Oregon to visit family. There were other trips in the motor home to Macks Creek,
Missouri where they would all travel for family reunions. Him and Jean lived in Milford, Kansas until 2015 when they moved back to Junction City to be closer to Rodney where Jim remained until his final days.

Funeral services were held Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Home in Macks Creek, MO, with Randy Richardson officiating. Burial with full military honors was at Green Cemetery, Macks Creek, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 14384 West Highway 54, Macks Creek, MO 65786 573-363-5360. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Glen Floyd Koehn, 91
Glen Floyd Koehn was born on May 19, 1932 to Abe and Minnie Koehn in McPherson, KS. He peacefully passed away on April 6, 2024 at his home in Versailles, MO, having reached the age of 91 years.

Glen grew up in a family of twelve children on a farm near Galva, KS. While he enjoyed his siblings, life wasn't easy growing up during the depression years. This taught him many things that shaped him into the kind, loving husband and father that he was. He was a very caring and patient man who had a simple way of seeing a need and just taking care of it.

Glen was baptized into the Church of God in Christ Mennonite on April 14, 1946. He was faithful to his vows and often spoke of his love for Christ and the Church.

On January 4, 1953, he was married to Wanda Koehn at Galva, KS. Together they shared the joys and sorrows of life for 71 years. Shortly after they were married, they spent two years in Baltimore, MD, serving a term of 1w service at a mental institution. They lived in various places through the years, including Kansas, Ohio, Missouri and Iowa. To their home were born six children.

On January 16, 1976, Glen was ordained to the deaconry at Versailles, MO. He faithfully served his calling, finding joy in helping those around him. Many times, he left his own work to go and lend a hand to someone in need. He enjoyed his years of serving on the CSI board. Some of the projects they worked on included starting the TB clinic program in the Philippines and humanitarian work in Jamaica.

He also enjoyed the years when they lived at Bloomfield, IA, helping to build the church building and serving as a deacon. He loved organizing and working with the brethren on building projects, and helped with building other church and school buildings as well.

In Oct of 2015, they moved back to Versailles, MO, and Glen enjoyed taking care of his yard and garden. He was a very positive person and even as his health was declining, he wanted to keep pressing on. He had a high standard of principal and taught us to accept the work at hand and find enjoyment in doing it.

Glen enjoyed good health through the years and had various occupations. Having grown up on a farm, he started out with a dairy. However, after the family was grown, he sold the farm and took up carpentry and cabinet making. He made many friends in the area and enjoyed working with many of the brethren and neighbors in the construction work.

Glen was a patient man, who had a simple common-sense approach to life. He taught us to be responsible and to take responsibility for our actions. When we faced a question, he would often tell us to “just think…”

Glen was also very interested in our spiritual wellbeing and would often tell us how glad he was that we were Christians and often as we would part, he would leave us the encouragement to ‘be faithful’. He liked to hand out tracts and was an encouragement to those that were seeking salvation.

Left with loving memories are his wife, Wanda; his children, Cynthia Becker, Versailles MO, Vernice Koehn, Versailles, MO, Randy and Cheryl Koehn, Hardin, MT, Carolee and Lonnie Penner, De Smet, SD, Kyndra and Mervin Schultz, Versailles, MO, Kandace and Dan Jantz, Goltry, OK.

He is survived by two sisters, Alvina Koehn, Moundridge, KS, Elsie and Sanford Unruh, Okalona, MS; two brothers, Leland and Gloria Koehn, and Roy and Julia Koehn, Homeworth, OH; three sisters-in-law, Irene Koehn, Montezuma, KS, Vala Cook, La Porte, TX, Karen and Arley Nightingale, Canton, KS; twenty-two grandchildren and thirty-nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and parents-in-law, three brothers, four sisters, five brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, one son-in-law, and one granddaughter.
Services were held Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Beulah Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Versailles, MO. Burial followed in the Beulah Mennonite Cemetery.

Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com

Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Published April 10, 2024

Lloyd “MR” Dean Collins, 67
Lloyd “MR” Dean Collins was born on September 4, 1958, in Kansas City, MO, to parents Ellis “Lucky” and Janice Collins. He was the oldest of two children. Anyone who knew Lloyd knew his love for racing ran deep. This love started in early childhood when he spent his weekends at Riverside watching the dirt track races with his parents and sister, Cassie. In 1995 he met his wife, Rochelle, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, MO. Lloyd was scheduled to have surgery at St. Luke’s and Rochelle was working the reception desk. While she was busy at work, that didn’t stop Lloyd from asking her out to lunch and the rest is history. Together they blended their family, sharing three children, Shane, Michelle, and Joshua.

His love for cars and racing continued through the decades leading to his career in insurance as an auto claims adjuster working with his dad Lucky before transitioning to Country Companies in 1996. He progressed through his career until he retired in 2019. Even before retiring from Country Companies, his love for racing led to an even deeper love in Dirt Track Photography, where FastTrack Photos was born. This led to many opportunities, including his position as a traveling photographer, with the Midwest Late Model Racing Association (MLRA). If you couldn’t find Lloyd on a Friday or Saturday evening, you could almost bet he was at the track doing what he loved, dodging cars to get those great shots.

Lloyd passed away, surrounded by family and loved ones on March 25, 2024. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents Janice and Lucky Collins, and his daughter Amie Collins. He is Survived by his wife Rochelle Collins, children Shane (Tiffany) Massing, Michelle (Deron) Collins, and Joshua (Nick) Williams, and grandchildren Sierra, Zachary, Dakota, Junior, Jesse, and Kinsley. He is also survived by his sister Cassandra (Bud) Ellis, and niece Breezi (Jerrod) Maciel.

Funeral Services were held Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Newcomer’s White Chapel Funeral Home in Kansas City, Missouri. A Celebration of Life will follow the services at Newcomer's White Chapel Funeral Home in Kansas City, Missouri.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to your local racing association.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 573-346-2090. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Francis Kaiser, 83
Francis Kaiser, of Brumley, Missouri passed away on March 24, 2024, at his home. He was born in Brumley, Missouri on February 14, 1941, and was the son of Oscar and Evelyn (Davenport) Kaiser.

Francis worked hard and loved to provide for his family. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed going fishing. Francis loved his farm. He enjoyed being in the hay field and all the chores the farm had to offer. He loved his dogs Hank Jr. and Snoopy. Francis never met a stranger and loved people. When his health allowed, he always enjoyed his morning coffee and talks at the Brumley gas station. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, life partner and friend to many.

Francis is survived by his children Michael Kaiser, Marie Ewers (husband John), and Fancy Brantmeier ( husband Joe); his nine grandchildren; his seventeen great-grandchildren; his life partner Zoe Marion; his siblings Gerald Kaiser and Elizabeth Tucker; and many other relatives and friends.

Francis was preceded in death by his wife Karen Kaiser; his two sons Adam and Timothy Kaiser; his parents Oscar and Evelyn Kaiser; his sister Patricia Hollensworth; and his brother Noelalfred Davenport.

Memorial Service was held Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Home.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to donors’ choice of cancer organization.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 514 Highway 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065, 573-348-3232. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Mathew Wray Klein, 22
Mathew Wray Klein, son of Russell Klein and Maria Curtman, was born on March 23, 2001 and passed away on March 6, 2024. At the time of his passing, Mathew was twenty-two years, eleven months and twelve days of age.
Mathew was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ron & Bonnie Ladda; great-grandmother, Juanita Klein; and his great-uncle, John Klein.

He is survived by his father, Russell (Angela) Klein; mother, Maria Curtman; six siblings, Paige (Anthony) Mandino, Alex (Lexi) Chevalier, Hunter Klein, Kyli (Zach) Horton, Katelyn Klein, and Michael Camp; and his grandmother, Gloria (Jack) Klein. In his passing, Mathew leaves an abundance of friends and other family members who will all deeply miss him.

Mathew was born in Sedalia, Missouri but raised & graduated from Camdenton High School. While in school, Mathew was known for being able to put a smile on anyone’s face, one that would go out of his way to help those in need. Mathew loved to spend time with his friends and he was a member of the Camdenton Wrestling and Football team.

In his spare time, Mathew loved the arts, both in photography and in drawing. He absolutely loved to spend his time outdoors, taking pictures, hiking and finding any reason he could to do flips off whatever was around him, even off the flat ground. Above all, Mathew loved his family, his friends and cooking; he was a fantastic cook and found a passion in Culinary Arts.

Mathew was known by many names by those closest to him. If asked the question, “How would you describe Mathew in one word?” it would be very difficult to narrow the list down.

Those closest to him would say he was adorable, outgoing, creative, loving, cool, peaceful and handsome.
Matthew made a profession of Christian faith and was a member of Heartland Worship Center in Camdenton, Missouri.

He was a loving son, brother, uncle and a caring neighbor & friend. We celebrate his life and his accomplishments and will treasure the memories he created for his family and friends.

A Celebration of life was held at the Ha Ha Tonka State Spark Spring Pavilion on Saturday, March 23, 2023.

Memorial donations may be made to assist the family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.

William Michael Girard Sr, 81
William “Bill” Michael Girard Sr., son of Irvin and Marion (Barth) Girard was born April 11, 1942 in St. Louis, Missouri. He passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri, at the age of eighty-one years, eleven months and ten days.

On November 12, 1960, Bill was united in marriage to Sandra “Sandy” Bauer, and to this union 4 children were born.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Stevie Ann Lain; and a brother, Harry Girard.

He is survived by his wife, Sandy, of the home; his children, Billy Girard and wife Brenda, of Macks Creek, Missouri, Shelley Lain and husband Steve, of Macks Creek, Missouri, Lisa Waters and Travis Kincaid, of Macks Creek, Missouri, and Mark Girard and wife Stefanie, of Camdenton, Missouri; his grandchildren, Brent Girard and wife Courtney, Megan Schlipp and husband T.J., Taylor Lain and wife Mikayla, Chelsea Waters, Austin Waters, and Dylan Girard and wife Taylor; his great-grandchildren, Baylen, Drake, Maizy, Melody, Riley, Justin, Gage and Westin; two sisters, Dollie Austin of Florida, and Susie Keough of St. Louis, Missouri; as well as a host of other relatives and many friends.

Bill grew up in St. Louis and worked beside his father in the concrete construction industry for many years. He moved to the Lake area in 1968 and later owned and operated Bill Girard Concrete Construction for many years until his retirement. He and Sandy also operated the concession stand at the Camdenton City Ballpark for twenty-one years where they were known for their excellent cheeseburgers and good conversations.

He was a past member of the Lake of the Ozarks Corvette Club.

In his spare time Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, and barbecuing. He cherished the time spent with his family and friends, especially his grand and great-grandchildren.

Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and accomplishments and will treasure the many memories he has created for his family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of the Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.

Lynn Kulhanek, 64
Lynn Kulhanek, of Camdenton passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024 in Osage Beach, Missouri.

She was born January 7, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of the late Casimer and Catherine (Dow) Durkiewicz. Lynn grew up in Bolingbrook, Illinois with several siblings before making her way to the Lake of the Ozarks.

On December 3, 1982 in Sunrise Beach, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Robert Kulhanek and celebrated 42 years of marriage. Together they had two daughters Wendy and Jessica.

Lynn spent most of her working years managing restaurant kitchens or convenience stores. She loved to be outside working in the garden or enjoying the companionship of her canine friends. Lynn also enjoyed spending any time she could get with her grandchildren. She was ecstatic about soon becoming a Great Grandma.

Lynn is survived by her husband Robert J. Kulhanek of Camdenton, Mo. Daughters: Wendy Ann (Kulhanek) Austin of Gravois, Mills Mo, Jessica Lynn (Kulhanek) Binggeli of Rolla, Mo. Grandsons: Casey Austin, Hunter Austin, Kolten Austin, Jordan Binggeli, Dominick Cochran. Granddaughter: Madison Binggeli. Lynn is also survived by six sisters, two brothers, and many nieces and nephews.

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.

Gregory Duayne Fry, 61
Gregory Duayne Fry, son of Eddie Fry and Carolyn Monnig, was born November 24, 1962, in Lebanon, Missouri. He passed away peacefully at his home from a long-fought battle with Pancreatic Cancer on March 6, 2024.

On December 30, 2000, Greg was united in marriage to Jennifer Jensen in Exira, Iowa and they shared twenty-five years together.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Gina Crabtree.

He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Fry of the home; his children, Dylan Fry and wife Alexis, of Houston, Missouri, Austyn Fry, Jazlynn Fry and Zayne Fry, all of Montreal, Missouri; a granddaughter, Adalynn Fry; his brothers, Chris Danuser of Kaiser, Missouri, Shannon Boling of Marshall, Missouri and Rick Messer and wife Kim, of Montreal, Missouri; his morning coffee partner, Momma Pam; as well as a host of other relatives and many dear friends.
Greg had made his profession of faith and was a member of Buffalo Prairie Baptist Church.

Greg grew up in the Montreal area and was a graduate of Camdenton High School in the Class of 1981. Following graduation, Greg enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served his country for four years. After he was honorably discharged, Greg worked for the C.I.A. for six years. He later worked at Modine as a welder for seventeen years. Together, Greg and Jenny owned and operated Fry’s Montreal Quick Stop as 3rd generation owner/operators. Greg loved to farm and ran his farm for nearly thirty years.

Greg’s children brought him great joy. He cherished the time spent with them and always made sure that they knew that he was proud of each of them.

In his spare time, Greg enjoyed gardening, fishing with his kids, working on his farm, taking numerous trips with his family and was known for his sense of humor. He loved taking walks with his wife, Jenny. He served as a member of the Montreal Cemetery Committee and was a member of the Camden County Soil and Water Conservation District for many years.

Greg was a loving husband, father, proud grandpa, father-in-law, brother and uncle, and was a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and accomplishments and will treasure the many wonderful memories he has created for his family and friends.

A Celebration of Life was held Thursday, March 14, 2024, in the Buffalo Prairie Baptist Church, Montreal, Missouri. Burial with full military honors followed in Montreal Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with expenses.

John F Hayhurst, 84
John F. Hayhurst, son of Merle and Isabelle (Brannan) Hayhurst, was born on June 6, 1939 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He passed away on March 10, 2024 in Camdenton, Missouri. At the age of his passing, John was eighty-four years, nine months and four days.

He was united in marriage to Ann Mary McDowell in 1963, and to this union two children were born. Together they shared sixty-one years of marriage.

He was preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, James Brannon Hayhurst; sister, Alison Vaughn; and nephew, James Elliott Hayhurst.

John is survived by his wife, Ann; son, John Andrew (Mary Jane); daughter, Kirsten Welch; and grandchildren Colin James and Piper Ellen Welch, Sarah Ann Hayhurst, and Drew Isabelle Hayhurst. He also leaves behind a host of other relatives and many friends who will all truly miss him.

John was raised in the Colorado Springs, Colorado and Sheridan, Wyoming areas. He attended University of Denver and later U.M.K.C, earning his Doctorate of Dental Science and later specializing in Orthodontics.

John lived an amazing life full of adventure culminating in retiring from Lake Dental Clinic, but he also was a small plane pilot, flying all over the Country, and throughout the mountains of Alaska. He helmed a small gold mining operation in Alaska, and was a blue water sailor in which he won the Daytona-Bermuda Transatlantic sailing race aboard the sailing yacht, “Peregrine.” John raised his family in Boulder County, Colorado, where he played “gentleman farmer” on the family’s 30-acre farm in Boulder Valley.

As if those weren’t exciting enough, John enjoyed being creative and was a talented artist and woodworker in his spare time. He always had a smile and a joke, and loved to laugh.

He was a loving and a caring Husband, Father, Grandfather, neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and his accomplishments and will treasure the memories he created for his family and friends. John will be sorely missed, but will be remembered for his laughter and “can-do” attitude.

Online condolences may be made at www.alleeholmanhowe.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.

Caroline Shott, 82
Caroline Shott, of Osage Beach, Missouri passed away on March 25, 2024, in Camdenton, Missouri.

She was born on June 15, 1941, in New York City, New York; a daughter of Frank and Myrtle Bourke.

She was united in marriage to Irvin Shott who preceded her in death on January 14, 2006.

Caroline enjoyed life to its fullest. She enjoyed casinos and her social life. She loved the lake life and all it had to offer. She was a member of the Red Hats and Elks lodge in Greenview, Missouri and Osage Beach, Missouri.

Caroline is survived by daughter, Vickie Simpson (Marvin); granddaughter Chris Simpson (Brittany) and other relatives and friends.

Caroline was preceded by her husband Irvin Shott; her parents Frank and Myrtle Bourke, and her brother Frank Bourke.

There are no services planned at this time.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 573-346-2090. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Eugene V. Azarskis, 89
Eugene V. Azarskis, of Kaiser, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024, in Osage Beach, Missouri.

Eugene was born October 7, 1934, in Granville, Illinois, the son of Joseph and Marie Mazeda Azarskis.

In 1952, Eugene graduated from Hopkins Township High School in Granville, Illinois. He proudly served in the United States Army. He retired in 1996 from Black Bros. INC. in Mendota, Illinois. Eugene enjoyed gardening, farming, and attending farm auctions. He found many odd jobs to do throughout his years. In the 1960s, he earned his amateur pilot license.

Eugene is survived by his son Eugene J. Azarskis and wife Joni (Thone) of Lake Ozark, Missouri; grandchildren Abbey Azarskis of Spring Valley, Illinois and Joey Azarskis of Lake Ozark, Missouri; and 12 nieces and nephews.

Eugene was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Azarskis and Marie Mazeda Azarskis; brother Raymond Azarskis; and sister Beatrice Despain.

There are no services, cremation rites are in order.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 514 Highway 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065. 573-348-3232. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Josephine Colvin, 98
Josephine Colvin, of Versailles, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 22, 1926, in Camden County, a daughter of the late John Wesley and Dora Francis (Hankins) Sumner.

On March 5, 1942, she was united in marriage to her husband, Dorsey Leroy Colvin, who preceded her in death on March 4, 2005.

Josephine was employed at Primo Pants factory for over thirty years. She later worked at Fasco for ten years until her retirement.

She was an avid reader who also enjoyed cooking, sewing, solving word search puzzles and always had a good story to tell. She looked forward to her family garage sales and visiting with those who stopped by. Most of all, Josephine loved her family and treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was a faithful member of the Calvary Baptist Church.

Josephine is survived by her children, Linda Headley and husband Ernie of Versailles, Missouri, Teresa Stafford and husband Randy of California, Missouri and Mike Colvin and wife Pam of Versailles, Missouri; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Angie Rayl and husband Everett, Brad Chamberlain and wife Kellee, Carrie Headley, Shauna Healea and husband Shayne, Hannah Rayl, Shelby Chamberlain, Avery Howard, Hailey Colvin, Ashlynn Howard, Ryan Chamberlain, Addison Colvin, Ty Chamberlain, Kale Howard, Hunter Chamberlain, Gracen Colvin, Sawyer Healea and Sydney Healea. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a son, James “Buck” Colvin and her siblings, Freda Wilson, Lloyd Sumner, Roy Sumner and Lucille Vogt.

Funeral services were held Friday, April 5, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles with Reverend Bill Johnson officiating. Graveside services and interment followed in the Versailles Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Calvary Baptist Church. Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Published April 3, 2024

Timothy Tyrcha, 78
Timothy Tyrcha, of Lake of the Ozarks, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at The Villages in Florida.

Timothy A. Tyrcha was born January 24, 1946, to Rose and John Tyrcha in Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his wife Miriam, brother John Tyrcha of Omaha, Nebraska, brother Gene and wife Mary Tyrcha of Aurora, Colorado, sister Danita and husband Dave Cyronek of Phoenix, Arizona and numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Tim worked for thirty years in the telephone company system starting at Western Electric in Omaha, Nebraska and retiring from Bell Communications Research in Chicago, Illinois. He met many wonderful people in his many assignments as his career progressed. He and Miriam enjoyed the many longtime friends they made.

Tim had a passion for boating and the water. His first boat was purchased in his early twenties. He spent many weekends boating the Missouri River and Lake Waconda. After moving to Chicago, time was spent on Lake Geneva and the Mississippi River. Upon retirement to the Lake of the Ozarks, he spent many days with family and friends on the water. Most retirement vacations were on cruises to different ports of call on the beautiful seas.

Friends will be received from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Monday, June 3, 2024, at St Anthony's Catholic Church. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, June 3, 2024, at St Anthony's Catholic Church in Camdenton, Missouri.

Jim Pryor, 79
Jim passed away Tuesday March 26, 2024. Survived by his wife of 49 years Patricia Dale (Maupin) Pryor; children Matt Neal Pryor, Jeff Michael Pryor, and daughter Donna Renea (Pryor)Dreste; Granddaughter Angela Hope (Alex) Scott and Grandsons Gavin Dale (Pryor) Henderson, Ares Hayden Busch, Alexandre Falcon Pryor, Joseph David Dreste, Elijah Benjamin Dreste; Brother John “Max” Pryor who preceded him in death; Sister Linda “Pete” Dinkins and Brother Fred “Tim” (Carol) Pryor; Brother in Law Wesley “Terry” (Corine) Pfeifer.

Jim was born July 5, 1943, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of Fred and Lucille Pryor who both preceded him in death. He was a lifelong resident of Tuscumbia, Missouri, in Miller County. The majority of his career was spent working in the wood production industry. He started his career at Pryor Novelty Company, a multi-generational family -owned manufacturing business of aromatic cedar wood souvenirs, in 1968, at one point as Co-Owner with his brother Tim, and finished his wood working career at Jefferson City Correctional Center retiring in 2011.

In his youth he also worked at Riley Chevrolet and Lyman Woods as a Mechanic. Jim was a lifetime member of the VFW and National Rifle Association and avid advocate of the 2nd rights amendment, a patriot to core. He enlisted in the Navy June 16th, 1962, serving as a Seabee in Newfoundland, Spain, Cuba, Japan, and Vietnam, receiving a National Defense Service Metal and Vietnam Service Metal.

He enjoyed many hobbies, such as Quail Hunting with his bird dogs, getting out on the river in his boat to fish, gig, bow fish, mushroom hunt, or even search for golf balls off the shores of Osage National Golf Course. He was a fan of the local dirt track car races following some of his favorite drivers as far as Urbana. He never met a stranger in his life and enjoyed helping people before they could ask, always quick to bring his wood splitter to assist working up a fallen tree or a loan of a hunting rifle at the beginning of hunting season.

Celebration of Life was held Friday, March 29, 2024, at Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Home Osage Beach, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 514 Highway 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065 573-348-3232. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Ann Duba, 93
Ann Duba, of Lake Ozark, Missouri passed away on March 24, 2024, at Lakeside Meadows-A-Stonebridge Community.

She was born on April 4, 1930, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of John and Anne Melise.

She was united in marriage to John Duba on September 10, 1955. They shared 20 years together at the time of his passing. Ann was the mother of five and she worked hard to care for her kids when John passed. She was a strong and determined woman. Her family was everything to her. Her children wrote a poem and had a nickname for her and it was smother mother.

Ann is survived by her children John Duba (Stacy), Sue Burnum (Brad), Judy Duba, Barbara Schuetz (Greg), Dave Duba (Alisa); her seven grandchildren; her eight great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

Ann was preceded by her husband John Duba; her parents John and Anne Melise.

Graveside services were held Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Greenmore Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Barnett, Missouri.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 514 Highway 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065 573-348-3232. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Larry Eugene Rice, 80
Larry Eugene Rice, of Sunrise Beach, MO, formerly of Olathe, KS passed peacefully at his home in the early hours of March 14th, 2024.

Born June 21, 1943 in Chillicothe, MO, he was the son of William Thomas Rice and Essel Marie (Newton) Rice.
Larry attended Shawnee Mission North High School in Overland Park, KS. Following his high school graduation in 1961, Larry joined and proudly served in the United States Air Force. Specializing in coding, he spent time in San Antonio, TX, and San Francisco, CA, as well as several traveling journeys abroad.

Larry married twice, first to Judith Lynn Brock and then to Karen Lou Leathers, until her passing in 2010.

Larry was a successful entrepreneur specializing in maintenance, repair, inspection and contracting services for homes and businesses.

Larry is survived by his three sisters, Mary Pearl, Clara Mae, and Billee Jo and their families. Larry had three birth children, Kimberly Jill (Rice) Ferguson, William Russell Rice, and Timothy Huck. Grandchildren include Alyssa Paige Rice, Justin Cody Humphrey and Cailey Rose Humphrey. Great grandchildren include Luke and Landon Austin.

Larry had a unique and mischievous sense of humor and made friends very easily. He nurtured and maintained many deep friendships throughout his life and is loved and missed by many.

Larry lived life on his own terms and lived a very full life. He had a lifelong love of fishing which he enjoyed all the way up to a week before passing. Larry also loved everything Harley Davidson and riding a motorcycle was a great passion throughout his life. Larry was also a very active and prominent member of the Kansas City Astronomers Club. Larry’s deep love of a good margarita can also not go unsaid.

Larry was also very active in his church and had a deep love for God and for his Savior, Jesus Christ. May Larry Eugene Rice rest peacefully in Heaven.

Larry Eugene Rice’s final resting, to be held at a later date, will be beside his wife, Karen Lou (Leathers) Rice, in Moberly, Missouri.

Wayne Edward Warren, 91
Wayne Edward Warren, son of Charles Warren and Hazel Obborn-Warren, was born April 20, 1932 in Lafayette, Indiana. He passed away peacefully, on March 13, 2024, in his home in Montreal, Missouri at the age of 91 years, 10 months and 22 days.

On November 14, 1952 he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Clarabelle in Danville, Illinois. To this union, three daughters were born, and together they shared 71 years of marriage. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife, Clarabelle Warren of Montreal, MO; daughters, Wanda Jackson of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Pam Lewis (Tony) of Camdenton, Missouri, and Debbie Walters (Dennis) of Montreal, Missouri; three granddaughters, six grandsons, twenty-two great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends, and his beloved dog Annie.

Wayne enlisted in the United States Army shortly after graduation from High School and spent a career proudly serving his Country. He completed his service as a Recruiter and retired after 22 years having earned a Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Korean War Service Medal, Expert Rifle and Pistol Qualifications, Jump Wings, and many more medals and awards.

In his spare time, Wayne enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, swimming, and skiing. In fact, there wasn’t anything he couldn’t do. He also never stopped serving his community as a Freemason, Shriner, and VFW member. Wayne was also a member of the NRA and National Wild Turkey Foundation.

He was a loving and a caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and his accomplishments and will treasure the memories he created for his family and friends.

Online condolences may be made at www.alleeholmanhowe.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.

Roy Harleman, 68
Roy Harleman, of Versailles, passed away March 21, 2024, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. He was born July 25, 1955, in Independence, Missouri, son of the late Arthur Clyde “Mack” and Dorothy (White) Harleman.

Roy was united in marriage to Karla Bowline, who preceded him in death on April 25, 2023.

He worked as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement. In his spare time, he enjoyed amateur radio, restoring tractors and classic cars and playing songs on his guitar.

He was a past member of the Masonic Lodge.

Roy is survived by his children, Elizabeth “Joanie” Moye and husband Robert of Springfield, Missouri, Arthur “Clyde” Harleman and wife Wendy of Marshall, Missouri and Brittany Smith and husband Darrell of Crocker, Missouri; nine grandchildren; his sisters, Peggi Sargent and husband Steve of Versailles, Missouri and Holly Martin of Moberly, Missouri and many other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a half-sister, Myrna Loy Stokes.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Published March 27, 2024

George B. Peter, Jr., 89
George B. Peter, Jr. of Osage Beach, Missouri passed away peacefully at home in the company of family on February 29, 2024, in Osage Beach, Missouri.

He was born on January 22, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois; a son of German immigrants, George Sr. and Josefa (Siller) Peter.

He attended school at Hinsdale Central in Hinsdale, Illinois and was a graduated from there. George served in the United States Air Force four years and was in the Airman 1st class 48th fighter Bomber Wing. He served in the Korean War.

He retired from NCR and AT&T where he was a field engineer. As a retirement venture, he co-owned Cool Breeze Marine the Prop Specialist for 25 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting stamps and coins. He enjoyed model railroading. As an engineer he enjoyed being able to fix cars, rebuild cars, do electronic repairs and anything else that was broken.

George is survived by son George Peter III; his daughter Dayna Gillham; his daughter in-law Dorothy Peter; his grandchildren Johnathan, Dustin, Lee, Ian, Van, Kayne, Carmen, Elizabeth, Marshall, Arianna, Candice, and Timmy; his great grandchildren Jack, Leon, Xavier, Aurora, Lucy, Anthony, Harper, Esther, Ryliegh, Peyton, and Elijah; and other relatives and friend.

George was preceded by his daughter Jayme Emmons; his mother Josephine Peter; his father George Peter; his sisters Linda Kolbilas and Sally Neary; and his cats Lucy, Felix, and Jose.

Celebration of Life was held March 23, 2024, at Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes in Osage Beach, Missouri.

Full Military Honors will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in his name to the Dogwood Animal Shelter or the Honor Flight of the Ozarks would be a great thing to do. Text honor to 444999 to donate to honor flight or DASLAKEOFTHEOZARKS.COM for the animal shelter.

Patricia Ann Luebbert,
Patricia Ann Luebbert passed away on Sunday March 17 2024, at 8:38 a.m. She passed peacefully and with her family at her home in Eldon Mo.

Patricia was so beloved by her kids and grandkids and she loved them all so much. Patricia was the last surviving parent of all her close community of friends and was a mother figure to all of her kid’s friends. She was a very skilled artist, she loved all things Harley Davidson, attending concerts and family gatherings.

Patricia was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in November 2023 and fought for what seemed like a lifetime to stay here for her family. She was so strong and until the very last moment she fought.

Patricia is survived by her siblings, Carol, Nancy, Lynette, Steve. Her four children Eddie, Nicole, Zach, and Brad. And her grandchildren Taylor, Baylee, Chase, Jax, Asher, Kylie, Mark, Greyson, Cailey, Zoey and Knox.

Patricia is preceded by her Mother Delores and Father William, her two brothers Donald and Billy. Her nephew Dennis.

Her services are to be determined at a later date. The family will reach out to everyone when the arrangements are made.

Expressions of sympathy can be made to her family to help with funeral expense.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 902 East North Street, Eldon, MO 65026 573-392-3351. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Johnny E. Phipps, 93
Johnny E. Phipps, of Eldon, Missouri passed away on March 15, 2024, at Windsor Estates in Camdenton, Missouri.

Born on March 19, 1930 in Bogard, MO the youngest of nine children to John Wesley and Mae
(Carlton) Phipps.

Johnny enjoyed life on his own terms. He enjoyed reading books of all kinds, his favorite being history. He also loved dancing, fishing, gardening, and woodworking, making his own furniture, shelving, TV stands, and more.

Johnny is survived by two daughters, Janet Miller (Richard) of Camdenton, Missouri and Paula Trautman (Michael) of Maryland Heights, Missouri; sons, Wayne Phipps of Warsaw, Missouri and Marvin Phipps of Dearborn, Missouri; he has many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many friends.

Johnny was preceded by his parents, John and Mae, his brothers and sisters, Charles (Charlie), Violet, Ruth, Harold (Bud), Thelma, Glenn (Pete), Lola, and Ruby.

There are no formal services planned at this time.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 573-346-2090. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Charles Everett Groves Jr., 87
Charles Everett Groves Jr., of Lake Ozark, MO (formerly Waterloo, IL) passed away Monday, March 18, 2024 at the age of 87 surrounded by his family. Charles was born on April 9, 1936 in East Saint Louis, IL, son of the late Charles E. Groves, Sr. and Mary Huey (nee McCoy).

Charles graduated from Cahokia, IL High School in 1954. He was an excellent basketball player in high school. He received his B.S. in Marketing from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in June 1964.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army (stationed in Germany) as a Vehicle Operator and held the rank of SPC4. He was awarded an Army Good Conduct Medal during his service. He worked in the field of Data Processing for his entire career.

Charles married Sandra Marie Thurwalker (Pearl ) in 1957 and they were married over 66 years. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jerry Groves, son-in-law Jack Glennon and granddaughters Laura and Olivia Glennon.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Groves, daughters Sherry Glennon and Debbie (Bill) McCarty, brother Mike (Patti) Groves, sister-in-law Pat Groves, grandchildren Billy (Marissa) McCarty, Megan McCarty and Grace Glennon and great-granddaughter Cora McCarty, as well as several nieces and nephews.

A private memorial will be held at Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri at a later date.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 514 Highway 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065 573-348-3232. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com

Nancy J. Quinn, 77
Nancy J. Quinn, of Stover, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach.

She was born in Joplin, Missouri, the daughter of Edward and Agnes Marshall. Her family moved to Terre Haute, Indiana, where she met and married Wayne Otte and their four children were born. The family moved to Iowa for many years. Later after her divorce, she moved to Missouri in 1986 and married the love of her life, Lawson.

Nancy worked in the healthcare field for numerous years before transitioning to KCPL, working there until her retirement. Nancy and Lawson moved to the Lake of the Ozarks in 2017.

Nancy loved living by and boating on the lake and sitting on her back porch just admiring the view. She loved “cooking for an army” for her family and friends and spending as much time as she could with them.

She is survived by her loving husband, Lawson Quinn; children, Barb, Pam, Wayne (Deanna) and Lori (Dan); grandchildren, Gary, Jennifer, Derek, Brad, Robby and Ashley; eight great-grandchildren and her brother, Joe Surmatis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Agnes Marshall, brother, Eddie, sister-in-law, Ruth and great-granddaughter, Quinn.

Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com

Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Shirley Marie Wilson, 88
Shirley Marie (Chamberlain, Bridges) Wilson, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Rock Creek of Ottawa, Ottawa, Kansas.

Cremation is planned. Visitation is scheduled on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 1:00 pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 2:00 pm at Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles, Missouri. A favorite memory of Shirley is welcome, either written or shared at the celebration of life.

Shirley was born Thursday, May 9, 1935, in Versailles, Missouri, the daughter of James Emery and Gladys (Croy) Chamberlain.

She lived in Gravois Mills, Missouri before moving to Ottawa, Kansas in 2007.

Shirley graduated Versailles High School with the class of 1953.

In 1954, she was united in marriage to William E. Bridges in Versailles, Missouri. He preceded her in death on October 9, 1991. Shirley married Ezra E. “Gene” Wilson on November 3, 1976. He survives of the home.

Shirley worked as an administrative assistant for ten years during the 1960s and 1970s for Versailles High School. She loved that job and being involved with so many kids over the years. She’s mentioned many times that those were the happiest years. She also worked for several years as an administrative assistant in Kansas City until she retired and returned to Gravois Mills, Missouri.

She loved music, dancing, shopping and all things bling. Shirley loved family get-togethers and playing games, but most of all, laughing. Her laugh was contagious. She especially loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Shirley was preceded in death by two sisters, Norma Jean Marriott and Louise Moore.

Survivors include husband Gene; daughters, Debra Heathman and Susan Callaghan (William) all of Ottawa; four grandchildren, William Brett Callaghan (Jessica), Amanda Lea Agado, Sarah Marie Gerleman (Garrett), and Curt Patrick Callaghan (Linley); thirteen great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

To share your memories of Shirley or to send a special condolence message to her family, please visit www.kidwellgarber.com

Donations to Prairie Paws of Ottawa, Kansas are welcome. Shirley was an animal lover and would be happy to see all animals in a loving home.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.