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4B NEWS-LEADER OZARKS MISSOURI SUNDAY, MARCH 17,2002 Murderer, deserves death, judge says field, an owneroperator of a real estate and appraisal company, died at 11:10 p.m. March 14 in his home. Services will be at 7 p.m. Thursday in Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. Visitation will be from 5 p.m.

to service time Thursday in the funeral chapel Other Deaths Listed below are notices of recent deaths of present or former residents of southwest Missouri. More details will be published when information becomes available. Mr. William "Bill" Donday, 70, Richmond, died Friday in his home. Arrangements are under the direction of Combs, Parsons and Collins Funeral Home, Richmond, Ky.

Mrs. Darlene T. IsbelL 42, Springfield, died at 12:25 a.m. Saturday in St. John's Regional Health Center.

Arrangements will be announced by Greenlawn Funeral Home South. Mm Elsie E. LaMarre, 82, Buffalo, died at 2:25 a.m. Saturday in Colonial Springs Nursing Home. Arrangements will be announced by Mont-gomery-Viets Funeral Home.

Mrs. Juanlta Nuckols, 83, Marsh-field, died at 8:25 a.m. Saturday in St. John's Regional Health Center. Arrangements will be announced by Fraker Funeral Home, Marsh-field.

Mr. WUHe Riley, 79, Springfield, died at 9:52 a.m. Friday in Missouri Rehabilitation Center, Mount Vernon. Arrangements will be announced by Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Death Notices Notices contain service and death information only.

Dale A. Adkison, 40 JOPLIN Mr. Dale A. Adkison, Joplin, formerly of Cabool, a truck driver and U.S. Army veteran, died at 4:05 p.m.

Friday in St. John's Regional Medical Center. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in Elliott-Gentry Funeral Home, Cabool, with burial in Cabool Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m.

today in the funeral home. Coldie Brunnert, 92 ARGYLE Mrs. Goldie Brunnert, Argyle, died Thursday in St. Mary's Health Center, Jefferson City. Memorial Mass will be at 10 a.m.

Tuesday in St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Argyle. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Tuesday in the church. Services are under the direction of Vienna Chapel of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home.

Rowena June Dullard, 74 STOCKTON Mrs. Rowena June Bullard, Stockton, a homemaker, died Friday in her home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Brum-back Funeral Home, with burial in Stockton Cemetery, Stockton. Visitation will be from 4 to 5 p.m.

today in the funeral home. John 'Bill' Call, 94 CASSVILLE Mr. John "Bill" Call, Cassville, a retired mechanic, Bona, died Thursday in Dade County Nursing Home, Greenfield. Services were held Saturday under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home South, Springfield. Claude Mehrin Lowry, 84 Mr.

Claude Melvin Lowry, Springfield, a brick mason, died at 12:15 p.m. Friday in his home. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Walnut Lawn DeGraffenreid-Wood Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m., with friends welcome after 1 p.m.

today in the funeral home. Rebecca A. McBratney, 75 NDiA Mrs. Rebecca A. McBratney, Nixa, died at 2:55 p.m.

Wednesday in St, John's Regional Health Center. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in Centralia United Methodist Church, Centralia, with burial in Centralia Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Walnut Lawn DeGraffenreid-Wood Funeral Home, Springfield. Roy Arthur Meeker, 82 Mr.

Roy Arthur Meeker, Springfield, died at 6:14 a.m. Wednesday in his home. Services will be at 2 p.m. today in Ayre-Goodwin-Lee Funeral Home Chapel at Rivermonte, with burial at 1 p.m. Tuesday in Missouri Veterans Cemetery.

Ella Jane Miller, 91 LEBANON Mrs. Ella Jane Miller, Lebanon, a homemaker, died at 8:15 p.m. Thursday in Christian Healthcare North. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Mount Rose Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with burial in Mount Rose Memorial Park Cemetery under direction of Holman-Howe Funeral Home.

Visitation will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. today in the funeral home. Nelson C. Schilling, 78 LOCKWOOD Mr. Nelson C.

Schilling, Lockwood, a retired mail carrier, died at 4:45 p.m. Friday in Dade County Nursing Home, Greenfield. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in Lockwood Immanuel Lutheran Church with burial in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery under direction of Lockwood Funeral Chapel. Friends may call at their convenience in the funeral chapel.

Robert A. 'Bob' Singleton, 40 INDEPENDENCE Mr. Robert A. "Bob" Singleton, Independence, a group home manager, died Friday in an automobile accident on Missouri 13. Services will be Wednesday in Nativity Catholic Church.

Local arrangements under direction of Butler Funeral Home, Bolivar. Kenneth K. Tate, 63 CABOOL Mr. Kenneth K. Tate, Cabool, a retired lab technician, died Friday in his home.

Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday in Elliott-Gentry Funeral Home with burial in Cabool Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 5 p.m. today in the funeral home. Frederick Wagner, 66 Mr.

Frederick Wagner, Spring died Friday in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville, with burial in Clio Cemetery, Jenkins. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. today in the funeral home.

Mary Jane 'Janie' Cave, 75 Mrs. Mary Jane "Janie" Cave, Springfield, died at 3:05 a.m. Friday in Maranatha Manor. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in White Chapel Cemetery under direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North.

Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. Joseph Jerry Daugherty 63 BOLIVAR Mr. Joseph Jerry Daugherty Bolivar, a commercial artist, died Thursday in Citizens Memorial Health Care, Bolivar. Services will be at 10 a.m.

Monday in Thieme Funeral Chapel, with burial in White Chapel Memorial Gardens. Services are under the direction of Thieme Funeral Home. Darryl Hand, 34 WHEATLAND Mr. Darryl Hand, Wheatland, died at 8:10 a.m. Saturday in St.

John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in Hath-away-Peterman Funeral Home, Wheatland, with burial in Crutsinger Cemetery, Weaubleau. Visitation will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today in the funeral home.

Alluwe Humbert, 89 BONA Mrs. Alluwe Humbert, The Associated Press COLUMBIA A judge mended death for a man convicted of three first-degree counts in the killings of his girl-: friend and two of his family memc bers. A Henry County jury deliberate ed about five hours before announcing around 8:45 p.m. Fri-i day that it could not decide between death and life in for Deandra Mekel Buchanan. The same jury found-, Buchanan guilty of killing aunt, Juanita Hoffman, 51; his stepfather, William Jefferson, 74; and his girlfriend, Angela 20.

He also was convicted of first't Haoroo occaiilt frtr chnnHna Key. Under Missouri law, the responsibility for reaching a verdict fell to Boone County Circuit Court Judge Gene Hamilton. He recommend death on each of the first-degree murder coiwior, nons. Hamilton set final disposition for the case, along with sentencing I for the first-degree assault conviction, for April 22. The obituaries and memoriams listed below are paid announcements.

The death notices are published at no charge. Obituary charges are $2.10 per line Monday through Saturday and $2.30 per line for Sunday (not including heading). There is an additional charge for pictures. Obituaries must be faxed to the News-Leader at (417) 836-1221 Monday through Sunday until 4:30 p.m. You may call (417) 836-1 183 or 1-800-695-1972.

-1- In Loving Memory of Forest W. Lipscomb born March 17, 1898 died Nov. 12, 2001 Forest Marjorie, Jack and families Carol, Gene, Carl, and Geneva 4 i A- 4 Gillespie, Roberta Bailey and Martha Meyer and husband Ned, all of Springfield; and eight nieces and nephews. Cremation Is under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North. No visitation of formal service Is planned.

Davis Albert Helton Davis Albert Helton, 74, Marshfield, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2002 in Cox Medical Center North, Springfield. He was born March 6, 1928 In Ridgedale, the son of Frank and Nancy (Davis) Helton. He served his country in the U.S. Army and worked as part of The Constabulary Forces following World War II. Mr.

Helton retired as District Communications Engineer for the Missouri State Highway Patrol. He was an avid HAM radio operator. Survivors include his wife, Susan; two brothers, Floyd Helton, Stockton, and Ernest Helton, Costa Rica; two nieces, Cindy Grant, Naples, and Nancy Scanlon, Fulton, five step-sons, Joe Haggard, Fordland, Jim Haggard, Walnut Grove, Carl "Bob" Haggard, Roanoke, Texas, and Rick Miller and Kirk Miller, both of Texas. Preceding him in death were his parents; his first wife, Ha; two sisters, Velma Scanlon, and Evelyn Helton; and a brother, Gene Helton. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19, In Marshfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Lynn Dyke officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. KM tU.KHN is? A 1 irnr-r ft imitnur field; three sons, Carl D.

Presley and his wife Paula, Springfield, Don G. Presley and his wife Sue, Blue Eye, and Bob L. Presley and his wife Dee, Springfield, nine grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, March 18, 2002 in Walnut Lawn DeGraffenreid-Wood Funeral Chapel with Pastor Barry Freese officiating.

Burial will follow In Maple Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today in the funeral home. If desired, memorials may be made to Braodway Methodist Church or Hospice of Southwest Missouri In care of the mortuary. James H.

Goslin James H. Goslin, 62, Springfield, died at 11:45 p.m.. Friday, March 15, 2002, in St. John's Regional Health Center. James was born May 21, 1939, in Clinton, to Henry and Laura Goslin.

He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War, and worked at St. John's Hospital as an electri-' clan for many years. He Is survived by his wife Mary, of the home; one daughter, Michelle Wilson and husband Todd, Everton; two grandchildren, Makenzie and Rylee Wilson; three brothers, Franklin Goslin, Clinton, Harold Goslin, El Paso, Texas, Donald Goslin, Clinton, their wives, children and grandchildren. The body will be cremated by Greenlawn Funeral Home North.

Visitation will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday In the funeral home. I I 2 1 Klingncr Mortuary Springfield, MO I I Ik 1 II' Shop Remembrance 1 'i! Obituaries William "Bill" Brooks March 17, 1945 April 7, 2000 Wish You Were Here "Happy Birthday" You will forever and always be in our hearts Your loving Wife, Family, and Friends Albert Kinith Christian Albert Kinith Christian, 56, Loving Husband, Devoted Father, Amazing Grandpa, went to be with his Lord and Savior March 14, 2002. Bom to Edward and Irene Christian on September 15, 1945, in Cave Creek, Ark. He resided in Mount Hersey, for most of his youth.

Albert was an over the road truck driver for 25 years. At the time of his passing, Albert was employed at Baldwin Trucking in Springfield, Mo. Albert attended Rogersvllle First Baptist Church. He was residing in the home of Hurdie and Marcella Bruton where he had currently been helping to take care of them any way he could. On May 2, 1964, Albert married the love of his life, Bonnie Sue Bruton after 38 years of marriage.

They had three children and 10 grandchildren, daughter Lavonda Fender and son-in-law Greg Fender of Springfield, son Kenneth Christian and daughter-in-law Terrie Christian of Rogersville, daughter Rhonda Hays of Ro- fersville, grandsons Eric, randon and Christian Ham-bey, Matthew and Shane Hays, and Micheal and Noah Christian; granddaughters Amanda and Hailey Fender, and Tyma-Marie Christian. Albert always had a smile on his face and laughter In his heart. He amde everyone Mm $5.99 WITH COUPON $8.19 VALUE i 883-1626 i i at I I A 'itii'iT--ijiB-iMiiiiTi-ffii-nriiiiiii--tfrtfiif -rwwrii'iwirr i Mega Meal $6.99 in HiTiSi ii'iwdiiri 1 iniTiiimiiii and wife Karen, Bolivar, a brother, Ervy Leon Stewart, Mount Pleasant, as well as 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded In death by his parents, his first wife, Robbie Nell Luster, his second wife, Virginia Lee Stewart and two brothers, Grady Stewart and Vernon Stewart. Funeral services for Jesse Clyde Stewart Sr.

will be held Monday, March 18, 2002 at 10 a.m. in Pitts Chapel with Rev. Harold Hendickson officiating. Burial will follow in Slagle Cemetery. Visitation will be held today from 7 to 8 p.m.

In the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Pitts Chapel. 3 in Nelle Gillespie Sisty Nelle Gillespie Slsty, 85, Springfield, died at 2:58 a.m. Thursday, March 14, 2002 in Primrose Health Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sallie and O.D.

Gillespie of Willard where she was bom, February 2, 1917, and by one sibling, Cleo Bockman. After receiving a B.S. degree from S.T.C. she worked for the Union Electric Co. of St.

Louis, County. Upon marrying Edwin Sisty, they moved to New York City where she worked for Nabisco, The Magazine Publisher, Conde" Nash and the Frick Collection Art Museum. Nelle was noted for her entertaining humor and wit. She traveled extensively worldwide, visiting many countries and continents during her vacations. After retirement, she moved to Springfield to be near her family.

She is survived by one brother, Rollin Gillespie, Seat-tie, three sisters, Labelle JkJfkAt 4jk fk A Jk A A dT A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A ON THE PLA (SOUtn End) 19SrOS.Oenstont B8 1-0264 IRISH BLESSING Remember to forget the things that make You sad. Never forget the things that make you glad. Remember to forget the friends that proved Untrue Never forget those that stuck by you. Remember to forget the trouble that Passed away. Never forget the blessings that come Each dav AAA Remember to visit Rtlha's Check out the light weioht knit Beautiful Colors A A Hours 9.30 mi Persona) Service Monday Saturday MC Visa Am Exd- Discover A A A A A A jjC' FASHIONS Sins 4-18 I XS-XL A A around him feel loved.

There wasn't anything he wouldn't do for anyone especially his family. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Albert was truly blessed. This loving man never had an unkind word on his lips. The stories Albert told could make anyone laugh even In the most difficult of times. He was and still Is a very loved man.

Albert was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Irene Christian; brothers Walter, Clarence and George Christian; sisters Daphene and Helen Christian, and Tennie Carter; brother-in-law James Peters; and a son-in-law Michael Hambey. He is survived by sister Ruby Jane and husband Fred Taylor, Greenfield, sister Betty Jo and husband Dale Lewis, St. Joe, sister Marlon Iberra, Lincoln, sister Lorreta Harris, Chlno Valley, brother Paul and wife Linda Christian, Fordland, brother Bill and wife June Christian, Harrison, sister-in-law Louise Christian, Rogersville, brother-in-law Arlie Carter, Western Grove, sister-in-law, Ha Mae Christian, Springfield, and several nieces and nephews. To our husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and most of all our friend, we love you very much and although you are gone you will remain in our hearts forever. Visitation is scheduled for Sunday, March 17, from 5 to 7 p.m.

in Preston-Marsh Funeral Home. Funeral services are scheduled for Monday, March 18, in Rogersville First Baptist Church at 1 p.m. with interment in White Oak Cemetery, Rogersville, Mo. Memorial donations can be made to Rogersville First Baptist Church. Jesse Clyde Stewart Sr.

Jesse Clyde Stewart 81, Bolivar, Mo. died Friday March 15, 2002 in Parkview Health Care Facility following a lengthy illness. He was born September 10, 1920 In Manchester, Texas. He had been the owner of Stewart Construction Company and had served in the United States Army during World War II. Survivors include six children, Jesse C.

Stewart Jr. and wife Diane, Sun Lake, Carolyn Henry and husband Harold, Strafford, Susan M. Baker, Bolivar, Fred Stewart and wife Olivia, Springfield, Michael S. Stewart and wife Kimberiy, Bolivar, and Gary L. Stewart Chicken Fried Steak, Fried Chicken or Chopped Beef Steak Mashed Potatoes Gravy Green Beans Roll Butter Hot Fruit Cobbler Tea or Coffee 1 I iiiiiiiiiifriiiiiiHi liiiViin'rtiMWliii iiiiriifiwt rrifiH7 Virginia Margaret Presley Hern Virginia Margaret Presley Hem, 83, Springfield, departed from this life at 3:45 a.m.

Saturday, March 16, 2002 In her home. Virginia was born December 12, 1918 In Springfield, to the late James Arthur and Maple Ablgalle Dodson Rhodes. She was a retired bookkeeper for Freeman's Clothing and she volunteered with St. John's Auxiliary and was a member of the 100 Grandmothers Club. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers and one sister.

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