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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 November 22, 2023
John Powell, 57
Let us gather to celebrate and honor the life of John Powell, born on February 11, 1966, who passed away on October 26, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, loyalty, and dedication.
John was a beloved husband to Kimberly Sue Powell, and devoted father to Kristina A. and Victoria J. Powell. While he is preceded in death by his father, Edward Powell, his mother, Deanna Powell, sister, Carol Powell and her husband, Ted White, as well as sister, Jane Powell, and nephew, Grant White, will forever hold him dear.
He will also be remembered by his brother-in-law, Alan Nunemaker, and brother-in-law, Todd Nunemaker and his wife, Beth, and niece and nephew, Nathan and Betsy. While John is also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Theron Nunemaker, he will also be remembered by his mother-in-law, Anita Nunemaker.
Professionally, John served as a respected Deputy Sheriff of Orange County, California.
Spiritually, John was an active member of Calvary Chapel and President of the Christian Adoption Agency in southern California. Even in retirement, John and Kim founded J&K Powell Properties LLC, a successful vacation rental business and property management company at the Lake of the Ozarks.
John’s profound love story with Kim serves as a reminder that true love knows no boundaries, transcending time and distance. Their reunion and subsequent marriage were testaments to the power of love and the belief in second chances.
John will be remembered for his kind and compassionate nature, his unwavering loyalty to his family and friends, and his wonderful sense of humor. As we gather to honor his memory, let us remember the impact he had on our lives and the legacy he leaves behind.
May John’s spirit continue to inspire us to embrace life with humor, dream big, love without reservation, and cherish the moments we have with those we hold dear. May John rest in eternal peace, knowing that he was deeply loved and will be forever missed.
A celebration of life was held Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel. Burial will follow in Garber Memorial Estates.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, Association of Orange County Deputy Sheriffs Memorial Fund, Tunnel to Towers, or to the family for his headstone.
Online condolences may be left at www.kidwellgarber.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
John Lester Brown, Jr., 60
John Lester Brown, Jr. passed away on November 6, 2023, at his home. He was born November 3, 1963, in Kansas City, Missouri, son of John, Sr. and Dorothy Brown. The family later moved to the Lake of the Ozarks and settled in Sunrise Beach.
He leaves behind his wife, Sarah Nations-Brown of the home; two daughters, Beth Anderson and husband Hans of Gravois Mills and Samantha Chapman and husband James of Laurie; grandsons, Samuel Heard and James Chapman, Jr.; his former wife, Jo Papen; step-sons, Steven Nations and wife Amy of Columbia, Jimmy Hineman and fiancée Tina Perkins of Gravois Mills and Antonio Rayl and wife Jessica of Versailles; grandchildren, Gage Rayl, Lilly Rayl, Luna Rayl, Reynar Nations, Heathcliff Nations, Stevie Nations, Zaynen Hineman, Zhayada Hineman, Zaylah Hineman and Ellie Weed; brothers, Timothy Archuletta and Michael Brown and sister, Flora Brown-McDowell.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Lester Brown, Sr., his mother, Dorothy Elizabeth Archuletta Brown and his grandparents.
John loved life and lived it to the fullest. He learned to weld at a young age and that became his profession for forty years. He was fortunate to learn and work with many skilled professionals around the lake and called all of them his friends.
He also became a firefighter at a young age and grew up volunteering for the Gravois Mills Fire Protection District. He learned so many skills and worked beside so many that he loved. John worked his way up and attained the rank of Captain of the Gravois Mills Fire Protection District Station 2.
A celebration of John’s life was held Thursday, November 16, at the Gravois Mills Fire Protection District Station 5, 215 Highway O in Laurie.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Gravois Mills Fire Protection District or to Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home to assist the family.
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.
Bill Leach, 96
On Sunday, November 5, 2023, loving father of four children, William R. Leach, passed away at his home at the age of ninety-six. He was born May 21, 1927 in Norborne, Missouri to Alex and Edith (Bassie) Leach.
He was also known as Bill and his trade of work was a carpenter until his retirement.
Bill is survived by three children, Gay Rosetti, William A. Leach and Margie Richey; eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty years, Alta Leach; a son, Tommy Leach and a grandson Timothy John Richey.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be left at www.kidwellgarber.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
Donna Rae Hasso, 79
Donna Rae Hasso, daughter of George and Alberta (David) Schwartztrauber, was born March 29, 1944 in West Des Moines, Iowa. She passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 in Lake Regional Hospital at the age of seventy-nine years, seven months, and fifteen days.
On June 30, 1960, Donna was united in marriage to John Hasso and to this union three children were born.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Roy, Jeff, Joe, and Jim Schwartztrauber and one sister, Jeri Kirby.
Donna is survived by her husband, John Hasso, of the home; her children, Lori Hughes and husband Troy of Springfield, Missouri, Leanna Stoeckel and husband Don, of Ankeny, Iowa, and Shaun Hasso and wife Teanna of Des Moines, Iowa; her grandchildren, Justin Booth and wife Krista, Stacey Booth, Kimberly Booth, Stephanie Stoeckel, Krista Stoeckel, and Stacia Stoeckel; her great-grandchildren, Peli Smith, Kayliana Newlon, Chris Newlon, Aaliyah Newlon, Sophia Newlon, Kamaya Ratliff, Jeramiah Ratliff, Devin Rogers, Logan Rogers, Hope Rogers and Mason Rogers; two brothers, Michael and Charles Pagel; and two sisters, Linda Carlene Soper and Roxanne Ungry; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Donna grew up in West Des Moines and moved to Des Moines following her marriage to John. She spent her younger years as a homemaker and lovingly raised her children. Donna later moved to Oskaloosa, Iowa where she worked in Food Service at Oskaloosa Public School Systems. She later started her career as a bank teller.
She and John moved to the Eldon, Missouri area in 2004. Donna continued to work as a Teller at First National Bank until her retirement in 2011.
In her spare time, Donna enjoyed sewing, quilting, and doing various crafts. She was known for her Christmas Stockings and made sure that all of her grandchildren and countless others had a stocking to cherish. She also loved to play golf and travel and spent many winters in South Texas.
Donna was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt and was a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate her life and many accomplishments and will treasure the many wonderful memories she has created for her family and many dear friends.
Local Funeral services were held Thursday, November 16, 2023 in the Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home.
A visitation was held on Monday, November 20, 2023 in the Merle Hay Funeral Home at 4400 Merle Hay Rd. Des Moines, Iowa 50310.
A second funeral service and burial was held Tuesday, November 21, 2023 in the Merle Hay Funeral Home.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association through Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home and may be mailed to the funeral home at 15 Clint Ave, Camdenton, MO 65020.
Local arrangements are under the direction of the Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.
Raymond Baker, 93
Raymond Baker, son of the late Ted & Carol Baker, was born on February 23, 1930 and passed away on November 12, 2023. At the time of his passing, Raymond was ninety-three years, eight months and twenty days of age. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Helma (Lowe) Baker
Raymond is survived by his two children, Charlie Baker and Cheryl & her husband Jim Melaven; one grandchild; and one great-grandchild. He also leaves behind many friends and other family members who will all truly miss him.
Raymond was born in Shattuck, Oklahoma and raised in Texas, where he would graduate from high school, graduate from college at Texas University and later attend Texas Tech University to obtain his Pre-Med degree.
Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he would proudly serve his country for ten years. While serving in the United States Army, Raymond was stationed in Germany, where he would meet Helma Lowe, and later they would be united in marriage. Together they would have two children and share fifty-three years of marriage.
After his enlistment in the United States Army, Raymond would move his family back to the United States, settling in Topeka, Kansas, where he would raise his family.
In his spare time, Raymond loved to enjoy the simple things in life, watch the news and enjoy a good meal. Raymond was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate his life and his accomplishments and will treasure the memories he created for his family and friends.
A visitation was held Monday, November 20, 2023 at Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home. Raymond will be laid to rest in Mount Hope Cemetery in Topeka, Kansas.
Online condolences may be made at www.alleeholmanhowe.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Camdenton, Missouri.
Published November 15, 2023
Deronda Dee Carey, 79
Deronda Dee Carey, daughter of Paul and Evamae (Dorner) Noffke, was born on July 2, 1944 in Hillsboro, Wisconsin. She passed away on October 27, 2023, in Lebanon South Nursing & Rehab, Lebanon, Missouri, at the age of Seventy-nine years, three months and twenty-five days.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Carey; her parents; and sister, Paula Blackmore.
She is survived by her son, Darin & wife Rochelle Zebell; daughter, Danielle & husband Lee Caiazzo; one sister, Sande Rego-Ross; Eleven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many friends and other family members who will all truly miss her.
Deronda was born in Hillsboro, Wisconsin raised in Ontario, Wisconsin and later graduated from High School. On September 7, 1980, she was united in marriage to John Carey and together they shared thirty-two years of marriage, until John’s passing in 2012.
In her spare time, Deronda was a member of the Elks Lodge.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother & sister and a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate her life and her accomplishments and will treasure the memories she created for her family and friends.
Online condolences may be made at www.alleeholmanhowe.com
Arrangements are under the direction of Allee-Holman-Howe Funeral Home, Camdenton, Missouri.
Adam Tyler Craddock, 43
Mr. Adam Tyler Craddock, age 43, of Lake of the Ozarks, MO passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home.
Adam was born on September 29, 1980, in St. Louis, MO son of John A. Craddock and Tyann D. (Schomaker) Craddock.
He grew up in St. Louis, MO. and was a 1998 graduate of Lafayette High School.
In 2005, Adam started Dock Boys Restaurant Group with his brother, Austin. He moved to Lake of the Ozarks to open their first Bandanas Bar-B-Q and he continued to manage that location.
From the success at the Lake, he and Austin continued to grow and opened up two more locations in Jefferson City and Sedalia. Adam took great pride in these three restaurants, where his employees and loyal customers became an extended family during his 18 years of ownership.
Adam had a passion for cars, guns, and collecting watches. He enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles, watching movies, and listening to music.
He shared a deep and enduring love with his longtime girlfriend, Casey Alexander, and their two dogs, Scraps and Cooper. Adam’s happiest moments were by the water, preferably on a dock with a fishing pole in hand, surrounded by his family. But above all, his deepest joy came from spending time with his best friend, his dad, whom he idolized and loved wholeheartedly.
Adam had a big heart but a bad heart. At the age of six, Adam had heart surgery and was facing another heart surgery in 2024.
Survivors include: his parents, John and Tyann Craddock of St. Louis, MO; brother, Austin (Carmen) Craddock of St. Louis, MO, and their son, Carson; sister, Amanda (Daniel) Langreder of St. Louis, MO, and their children, Charlotte and Cash; maternal grandmother, Geraldine Schomaker; and longtime girlfriend, Casey Alexander of Lake of the Ozarks, MO.
A gathering to Celebrate Adam’s Life will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. next Saturday, November 18, 2023, at The Event Venue at the Encore, 3076 Bagnell Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO 65049.
There will be a formal time of sharing at 1:00 p.m. for family and friends to share a story during the gathering.
A service to celebrate Adam will also be held in St. Louis, Mo. and announced at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Horseshoe Bend Bark Park, P.O. Box 83, Lake Ozark, MO 65049 or Backstoppers, P.O. Box 795168, St. Louis, MO 63179.
Funeral arrangements are under the care of Freeman Mortuary.
Liene DeCristo Heiser, 53
Liene DeCristo Heiser, of Brumley, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia. She was born December 24, 1969, in Curuçá-Pará, Brazil, the beloved daughter of Luiz, Sr. Cristo and Doralice Galvao de Cristo.
In a chance meeting at a family gathering, Liene was introduced to a charming foreigner from America. The attractions were immediate and, after a brief courtship, Clay proposed on the Brazilian Valentine’s Day.
Liene married the love of her life, Clay Heiser on June 23, 1996 in Salinas-Pará, Brazil. The happy couple traveled back to America where Liene embraced her new country and worked hard to become a citizen.
The family was overwhelmed with joy when she gave birth to her best friend, Emma on March 29, 2012. Emma and Liene shared such a strong and special bond, even beyond what is normally shared by a mother and daughter. Liene will be so dearly missed by all who knew her, but especially Clay and Emma.
Despite her love for her new life, she desperately missed her family back in Brazil. Liene shared memories of her childhood and spoke lovingly of her parents and siblings with those closest to her.
She is survived by her parents, Luiz, Sr. and Dora DeCristo of Brazil; her brother Luiz DeCristo, Jr., her sisters, Luciene, Lucilene, Luciane, Liliane all of Brazil; numerous nieces and nephews and many other family members and close friends.
Liene worked in property maintenance for many years at U.S. Resort Management in Lake Ozark. She enjoyed attending Zumba classes at the YMCA in Osage Beach with her friends, flower gardening and sewing.
Liene was an incredible cook, with family and friends always complimentary of her dishes. She was so kind and always placed the thoughts of others before her own needs, even until the end.
Her untimely passing will leave a large hole in the community and her presence will be missed by her many friends.
A celebration of Liene’s life will be held Saturday, November 18 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Osage National. Graveside services and inurnment will be held at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, a college fund has been established for Emma. Contributions can be made payable to Tami Mills FBO Emma Heiser and mailed to PO Box 2643, Lake Ozark, MO 65049.
Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com
Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
Wray Campbell, 67
Wray Campbell, passed away suddenly on November 4, 2023 at his home in Versailles. He is remembered by his wife, Cheryl Campbell, his children Nick and Andy Campbell, his daughter-in-law Jamie Campbell, his grandchildren Lilly and Colton, his foster daughter Brittany Beeman, her husband Tyler Beeman and her children Kenlor, Rylee and Brandon, his sister Melinda Campbell, and two brothers David and wife Brenda and Brian and late wife Cindy, and many nieces and nephews.
Wray will be missed, but he will never be forgotten. He was the real deal: a brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, farmer, mechanic, golfer, cook, educator, and coach. He was the kind of person worth getting to know as he spread joy, laughter and knowledge to anyone who took the time. He loved unconditionally and helped anyone and everyone he could.
Wray was born and raised in Versailles, MO the son of Junior and Lois Campbell with one sister, Melinda, and two brothers, David and Brian.
While growing up in Versailles, he attended Versailles High School where he participated in every sport he could, football, basketball, baseball, golf, and track and field. After high school he first attended Central Methodist University for a year, then transferred to Southwest Missouri State University (now Missouri State) where he received his bachelors in Physical Education.
He moved back home to Versailles after college and then got his first teaching job at Tipton High School. There, his life would change forever. He met his wife Cheryl, who also taught at Tipton, and they got married on April 3, 1982.
They would welcome their first son, Nick, in Jefferson City, MO on January 22, 1985. They eventually found jobs in a small town called Bourbon, MO. A couple years later they welcomed their second son, Andy, in Washington, MO on April 14, 1987.
Wray and Cheryl would remain in Bourbon, educating, coaching and molding countless minds as teachers for several years until 1997. In 1997, Wray and Cheryl made the choice to move back to his hometown of Versailles. There, he continued to teach and coach in the Middle School.
His favorite moments in life were coaching and watching his boys grow up and play sports, where they both had very successful high school sports careers. After both of his sons graduated, Wray and Cheryl were blessed with Brittany coming into the family, where she remained until she graduated high school.
After 25 years of teaching and 10 years at Gates, he fully retired to work on the farm, play golf and focus full time on visiting his sons in Texas and Oregon.
Before passing, Wray and Cheryl were making plans to move to Texas to be closer to his sons and enjoy watching their grandchildren grow.
We must all find some peace knowing that our loved ones leave this world, but not our hearts and that Wray will remain a part of us all forever. Wray’s instilled his character, values and spirit within his children, and in turn, to his grandchildren. His legacy will live on through all of us.
A celebration of Wray’s life was held Friday, November 10, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles with Pete Robinson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Wray’s loving memory to an educational fund established for his grandchildren: Education Fund in Loving Memory of Wray Campbell, https://gofund.me/3b54ce54
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 November 8, 2023
Thomas Charles Bumgardner, 77
Thomas (Tom) Charles Bumgardner, 77, of Lexington, MO, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at home.
Tom was born July 8, 1946 in Bremerton WA. His parents were Liming “Bum” Walton Bumgardner and Edna Merle Taylor Bumgardner. Tom was one of six brothers. He graduated from Moses Lake WA High School where he excelled in football, basketball, track and wrestling. After high school Tom served four years in the US Marine Corp. He served 13 months in Vietnam and was stationed in KCMO the last six months of his service. This is where he met and married Mary Wilkins, on May 3, 1970. Tom & Mary were married 53 years.
Tom is survived by his wife Mary, their three children and nine grandchildren. His son, Thomas
Bumgardner II, daughter-in-law Julie and their children Noah, Sam, Sarah and Luke, of Independence MO; His daughter Pamela Turney, son-in-law Brian Turney and their children Isabella, Nicholas and Zachary of Grain Valley MO; His daughter Sandra Reser, son-in-law Gabriel and their sons Austin & Jesse of Buckner MO.
Tom started his own electrical business in residential work and eventually evolved to doing commercial buildings and several municipal water and wastewater plants in MO and KS. He learned everything through books and by taking things apart and putting them back together, long before the internet was around.
He loved collectable cars. He bought, restored and sold many beautiful cars throughout his life. He was always watching for good buys and helping his kids and grandkids get their first cars. Tom enjoyed golfing, telling stories about his past, remodeling and building houses. He built or remodeled every home his family ever lived in. Tom also enjoyed traveling, and he’d take his family on vacation at least once a year.
Burial was in MO Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville MO with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a memorial contribution, please consider the Tunnel 2 Towers Foundation https://t2t.org
Matthew Joseph “Matt” Pollock, 29
Matthew Joseph “Matt” Pollock, of Gravois Mills, passed away July 28, 2023, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia. He was born July 11, 1994, in Mauston, Wisconsin, the son of Lynk and Paula (Cornieller) Pollock.
Matt was currently working for Rough Water Dock, building docks at the Lake of the Ozarks. He also had a passion for pulling trucks and trailers.
He is survived by his father, Lynk Pollock; mother, Paula Pollock; his children, Martha Pollock, Mateo Pollock and Layla Pollock; his girlfriend, Lindsey Nelson; his sisters, Crystal, Cathleen and Olivia and many other relatives and friends.
A celebration of Matt’s life will be held at 4:30 p.m., Monday, November 13, at the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel with Dr. Kai Seamer officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
John Henry Lippert, age 73
John Henry Lippert, age 73, passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at Golden Age Living Center, Stover, Missouri. He was born August 8, 1950 in Canton, Illinois, a son of Delbert M. Lippert and Illa Lee (Siltman) Helensmith.
John worked for Caterpillar in Peoria, Illinois as a machine repairman. He retired after thirty-four years of service. He served his country proudly in the Air National Guard. He was a great pool player and enjoyed playing when he could.
Survivors include his brothers, Alan Lippert and wife Pam of Cape Coral, Florida, Bill Helensmith of Gravois Mills, Missouri and Robert Lippert and wife Ruth of Havana, Illinois; his sisters, Cathy Jones and husband Steve of Lincoln, Illinois and Becky Anderson of Blue Eye, Missouri; his step-mother, Betty Lippert of Havana, Illinois and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert Lippert and Illa Helensmith.
At John’s request, his body was donated to the University of Missouri for the advancement of science. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Golden Age Living Center.
Online condolences may be left at www.kidwellgarber.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
Patricia Radcliffe, 83
Patricia Radcliffe passed away at the age of 83 on October 26, 2023 after a long illness. She was the beloved daughter of Agnes and Harold Freeman.
Survivors include five of her six children; eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren.
She will be missed dearly by all who knew her. No local services will be held.
Online condolences may be left at www.kidwellgarber.com
Cremation arrangements are under the care and direction of Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel.
Raymond Darrel Sidebottom, 81
Raymond Darrel Sidebottom, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born to James Wesley Sidebottom and Molly (Hayes) Sidebottom on February 15, 1942.
He loved working at Crosspoint Camp and Retreat Center in Rocky Mount, Missouri. He loved to go fishing and spending time at the farm mowing.
Raymond was a member of New Life Assembly of God Church in Barnett where he served in a number of ministries.
He was united in marriage to Janice (Hibdon) Sidebottom on February 20, 1960, in Versailles. In their 63 years of marriage, they had four children, Jefferey Sidebottom (Kari), Bruce Sidebottom (Sherri), Jill Carver (Brandon) and Mark Sidebottom; ten grandchildren, Travis, Sharaya, Tyler, Taylor, Khristina, Kaleb, Kody Luke, Logan and Daylon; three great-grandchildren, Aariela, Harper and Charlotte; brothers, Rhonnie Sidebottom (Francis) and Herbert Sidebottom (Peggy) and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many church family and friends.
He was preceded in death by daughters, Donna Jo and Janice Rayleen and an infant daughter, grandson, Joshua David Sidebottom, his father, James Wesley Sidebottom and mother, Molly (Hayes) Sidebottom, siblings, Goldie, Paul, Margaret, Ruby, Mary, Naomi, Esther, Wilma and Alvin.
Services were held Saturday, November 4, at the New Life Assembly of God Church in Barnett with Pastor J.D. Montgomery officiating.
Graveside services and interment will followed in Greenmore Memorial Gardens in Barnett. Please consider a donation to the family for financial assistance for the service.
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.
David Douglas Hutchison, 98
David Douglas Hutchison, of Boonville, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Columbia Post Acute. He was born November 10, 1924, in Warrensburg, son of the late Edgar and Mary Josephine Newkirk Hamilton Hutchison.
On October 19, 1946, in Versailles, he was united in marriage to Jennie L. Howard, who preceded him in death on December 25, 2010.
David was a United States Navy veteran having served in WWII on the USS Guardfish SS217. He was a member of the U.S. Submarine Veterans Topeka/Jefferson City Base and a member of the American Legion Post 104 in Versailles for over 75 years. David was also a commissioned colonel of The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.
David retired from Ameren UE after many years of employment.
He enjoyed spending his free time with family, traveling and doing various woodworking projects.
He is survived by his children David E. Hutchison of Tipton, Missouri, Marsha Staley and husband Richard of Branson West, Missouri and Ila Canon of Boonville, Missouri; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his sister, Betty Huffman of Versailles, Missouri; numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Richard Hutchison, Leo Hutchison, W.D. Hutchison, Elvin Hutchison, Jim Hutchison, Velma Jones, Donna Slagle and Alta Chipley.
Funeral services were held Monday, November 6, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles with Richard Staley and David Mackey officiating. Graveside services and interment with full military honors followed in the Versailles Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society. 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 November 1, 2023
Sarah Sue “Susie” (Lepley) Edgar, 72
Sarah Sue “Susie” (Lepley) Edgar passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, surrounded by her family.
She was born on April 21, 1951, the daughter of Louis Fred and Lois Maxine (Clowser) Lepley. She married David L. Edgar on June 21, 1969.
Susie was a housewife and mother, wanting to raise her children herself and teaching her children the love of God.
She was a lifelong member of the First Assembly of God Church where she was a Sunday School teacher for over 20 years and very active in the church activities.
In addition to her husband of 54 years, she is survived by three sons, Tony and wife Dana, Todd and wife Amy and Trent and wife Ronette who gave Susie and David the joy and happiness of their lives by giving them nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and one on the way.
Grandchildren, Borden (Abby), Brooke (Austin), Isabella (fiancé Wyatt Espinosa), Hunter (Bethany), Marissa, Maycee, Tessa, Taralee and Tye.
Two great-grandsons, Creed and Waylen and a future great-granddaughter who is to be named Charlotte Sue.
She is also survived by one brother, Fred Lepley (Lucille) of Versailles and three sisters, Marie Markum of Versailles, Jeanie Dooley (Jerry) of Lebanon, Missouri and Kathy Jennings (Tim) of Jefferson City, Missouri.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Gail Louis and two sisters, Joan Homan and Linda Dooley.
One thing David would have to say about the love of his life is, “she loved God and she loved her children and grandchildren”. Susie looked forward to a family reunion with her entire family in Heaven and has spent her lifetime working to try and make that happen. She wanted her whole family to know God.
Funeral services were Wednesday, October 25, at the First Assembly of God Church in Versailles. Graveside services and interment was in the Versailles Cemetery.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Assembly of God Church Missionary Program to spread the love of God around the world.
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.
Alice M. (Potter) Lockwood, 95
Alice M. (Potter) Lockwood passed away on Tuesday October 24, 2023.
She was a lifelong member of the First Lutheran Church. She was born September 10, 1928, in Galesburg, Illinois, where she lived for 89 years. She moved to Versailles, Missouri in 2017 to live with her daughter & son-in-law. She was the daughter of Howard Potter and Sophie (Carlson).
She married Leo D. Barbero in July 1950 and was blessed with two children of that marriage who both survive, daughter Kathleen (Kat) Boyd (Jim) of Versailles, Missouri and son David R Barbero (Mary), Betty Barbero (deceased) of Galesburg, Illinois.
She married Albert Lockwood in June 1962 and was widowed in 1987.
She was then blessed with six grandchildren, Krystal Bellamy (John) of Round Rock, Texas, Becky Cooper of Galesburg, Illinois, Joseph W. Boyd, Sr. of Davenport, Iowa, Christopher Cooper (deceased), Samantha Estrada (Robert) of Galesburg, Illinois and Tabitha Carder (Thomas) of Waynesville, Missouri; also 14 great-grandchildren, Kristan, Alec, Eric, Myracle, Joseph Jr., Dylan, Bobbie, Alex, Allie, Christopher, David, Messiah, Ezekiel, and Zion.
Her parents and her eight siblings are deceased.
Alice was a great storyteller. Living for 95 years, she enjoyed sharing her stories. She could always laugh at herself. She was a person who had polio at age three but never let that keep her down.
She graduated from Galesburg High School in 1947 and was offered an art scholarship but could not afford the room/board portion of the opportunity.
After two years of business college, she worked as the secretary to a professor at Knox College in Galesburg before getting married at age 21. She raised her children alone, by ironing for people. Once her children were grown, she became a secretary again at a local nonprofit agency assuring people in need received help with power bills or home repairs.
Alice enjoyed crocheting, reading, gardening, playing bingo with friends, rummi cube and watching TV. She was a great cook, and her pies were a family favorite.
A graveside service is planned in her hometown of Galesburg, Illinois, with family and friends. The date is to be determined.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles.
Michael Orville Dean Mullinix, 58
Michael Orville Dean Mullinix, of Tipton, Missouri, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Thursday, October 26, 2023. He was born February 10, 1965 in Macon, Missouri, the son of Howard and Maxine (Allred) Mullinix.
Michael graduated from State School #35 in Keytesville, Missouri in 1986. He later worked for several years at Quality Industries in Versailles, Missouri.
Michael loved life that was filled with laughter, love, good food and making friends. He never knew a stranger. If you were his friend, you were a friend for life. It was always, my buddy, pal, best friend and Rock and Roll.
Michael enjoyed fishing, bowling, participating in Special Olympics, watching wrestling with his mom and whoever else would watch with him.
His favorite shows were Gunsmoke, Little House on the Prairie and NCIS.
He enjoyed playing Aggravation; sending you home and taking shortcuts to win and going to baseball games with his sister. When cashing his paychecks from Quality Industries, he bragged while patting his wallet, telling everyone, “I got it”.
He loved to color, play with his dogs, Sissy and Rusty, flirt with pretty girls and all holidays and gatherings with his family. He was a loving and gentle soul with a perfect smile and big laughter.
Michael is survived by his mother, Maxine Mullinix of the home; three sisters, Vickie Campbell of Fortuna, Missouri, Paula (Pete) Woolery of Fortuna, Missouri and Tammy Gadberry of Perryville, Missouri; nieces, Andrea Donnelly and Jennifer (Shawn) Clark; nephews, Steven Woolery and Darrell (Brandin)Campbell; many great-nieces and nephews and a great-great-nephew.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Howard Mullinix; a brother, Howard L. Mullinix and both maternal and paternal grandparents.
Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.
Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Graveside services and burial will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday at Johnson Cemetery, Lagonda, Missouri.
Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics of Missouri.
Online condolences may be left at www.kidwellgarber.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.
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