Janice A Maddox, 52, of Fulton, passed away Friday, December 12, 2014, at Boone Hospital Center, surrounded by her husband and sons. She was born November 2, 1962, in Jefferson City, the son of the late Thomas Brondel and Lorene (Pirner) Brondel of Fulton. On October 6, 1984, Janice was united in marriage to William Dale Maddox at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Fulton. He survives her passing. Janice and her brother, Mitchell, owned and operated Tom's Cleaners in Fulton. She was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Dale; sons, William Maddox (Kristen) of Fulton, and Benjamin Thomas Maddox (Candice) of Fulton; mother, Lorene Brondel; brothers, Mitchell Brondel of Fulton, Wayne Brondel of Auxvasse, and Kent Brondel of North Carolina; sisters, Charlotte O'Neal of Kansas City, and Denise Graves (Mike) of Kingdom City; grandchildren, Gage, Audrey, and John; mother and father-in- law, Bob and Betty Maddox of Fulton; and several nieces and nephews. Along with her father, Janice was preceded in death by a brother, Carl Brondel; and niece, Kassandra Brondel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Fulton with Father Frank Bussmann officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2014, at Maupin Funeral Home in Fulton with a Rosary service being held at 8:00 p.m. Interment will be in Ebenezer Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to St. Peter's Catholic Church Building Fund or Ebenezer Cemetery, c/o Maupin Funeral Home, 301 Douglas Boulevard, Fulton, MO 65251. Condolences can be left for the family at www.maupinfuneralhome.com.

Thelma A. Stone, 90, of Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014, at Ashland Healthcare Center. She was born on April 25, 1924, in Towanda, Illinois, a daughter of the late Jesse James and Bessie Jane (Arbuckle) Fordyce. She was united in marriage to Lyndle "Lynn" Stone on August 5, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, who preceded her in death on August 12, 1999. Thelma graduated from and was Salutatorian for Towanda High School in 1942. She was employed by Stewart-Warner in Chicago, Ill., co-owned The Lowry Motel and Equipment Leasing Company in Pittsfield, Ill., and co-owned the Montgomery Catalog Store in Dexter, Mo. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church and was active in the Mariner's Club. Thelma enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, bird watching and most importantly spending time with her family. She is survived by one son: Bill Stone (Jackie) of Wardsville; one daughter: Cherie Bishop (Bruce) of Jefferson City; five grandchildren: Craig Anthony Bishop (Callie) of Jefferson City, Sarah Ranay Bishop of Farmington, Abigail Kirby Stone (fiancÈ Tyler Roe) of Columbia, Kirk Avery Stone, of Columbia and Brady Alexander Stone of Wardsville; two great-grandchildren: Alder Anthony and Ainsley June Bishop of Jefferson City; one sister: Vera Elizabeth Krol of Rolling Meadows, Ill.; one brother: Herbert Frank Fordyce of Concord, Calif. She was also preceded in death by three sisters: Lottie Vanetta Abbott, Mae Marie Jatczyk and Dorothy Mildred Filo. Friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2014, and from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, at Riverview Cemetery with Reverend John Prenger officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Alzheimer Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Margie Marie Fahrni-Schneider, 89, of Russellville, died Thursday, December 11, 2014, at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis. She was born January 11, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, the daughter of the late Joe and Florence (George) Procter. She was married July 27, 1944, to Freman Fahrni, who preceded her in death on August 13, 1997. On February 21, 2004, she was married to LeRoy Schneider who resides at the home. Margie was a graduate of Russellville High School, Central Missouri State Teachers' College in Warrensburg, Missouri and Lincoln University in Jefferson City. She began her teaching career in the Corinth and Enon Rural Schools, then spent 11 years in the Russellville School System and 14 years in the Jefferson City Public School System, retiring in 1980. After retiring she wrote the Procter/Proctor Genealogy Book. Margie became a Christian and member of the Enon Baptist Church at age 11. She had been a member of Corticelli Baptist Church since 1970, where she taught Sunday School classes, Vacation Bible School and Bible Drill classes for many years and also served as church treasurer for twelve years. Margie served on the Board of Regents at St. Marys Health Center for six years and was a volunteer in St. Marys' Intensive Care/Surgery waiting room for three years. She was a member of Retired Teacher's Association of Missouri and Cole County Retired Teacher's Association. She was also an active member of the Russellville High School Alumni Association, serving as an officer for many years. Besides her husband, LeRoy, Margie is also survived by a son, Don (LouAnn) Fahrni, Russellville; a granddaughter, Penny (Jeremy) Knoche, Russellville; two great-grandchildren, Caleb and Ava Knoche, LeRoy's children, John (Ana) Schneider, Los Angeles, California and Jean (Dale) Andersen, Stanton, North Carolina; LeRoy's grandsons, Jacob, Josh, Daniel, Benjamin and Samuel Andersen, LeRoy's granddaughter's, Sarah Hercilla and Mary and Kathy Schneider and LeRoy's great-grandchildren, Rosie, Lillie and Sami Hercilla and Amelia, Olivia and Hazel Andersen. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, at Corticelli Baptist Church, west of Russellville, with Dr. Rick Seaton officiating. Interment will be in the Enloe Cemetery west of Russellville. The family will receive friends from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, December 15, at the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville. Memorial contributions are suggested to Corticelli Baptist Church Building Fund. www.scrivner-morrow.com

Claude LeRoy "Lee" Kirk, 62, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014, in Jefferson City, Missouri. He was born to Claude and Gladys Moore Kirk on August 13, 1952, in Russell, Kansas. He was first married to Shirley Summers, then to Patricia A. Kirk in which he adopted her four children, Steven, Jeffrey, Michelle and Joseph. He was employed with the Department of Corrections until his retirement in 2011. He had a vivacious personality and was dearly loved by many and will be greatly missed. He leaves behind his wife, Patricia R. Kirk; daughter, Laura (John) Hawkins; son, William (Mandy) Kirk; step-children, Jamey, Matthew (Danielle) and Rebecca Peters and Rachel (Richard) Jones; and many beloved grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at Debo Funeral Home in Holts Summit, Missouri. Burial will follow in Summit Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 17 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, American Lung Association or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.debofuneralhome.com

Doris Ann Sloan, 76, Hamilton, Mo., passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2014, at the Cameron Regional Medical Center, Cameron. Doris was born on September 16, 1938, in Fulton, Mo., to Roscoe and Mary Lucille "Tillie" Gilman Blackburn. She was a 1955 graduate of the Penney High School, Hamilton. On December 1, 1956, Doris married Clifford (Bud) Sloan in Kingston, Mo. He survives of the home. Doris had worked at the Caldwell County Extension Office, The American Royal in Kansas City, the North American Auction Company in Platte City, and later she was the administrator for Continental Livestock Services which she owned with her husband. Doris was also a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. She had attended the Hamilton Federated Church. Survivors include: her husband, Clifford (Bud) Sloan; four daughters, Rosanne (Charles) Newland, Sherry Sloan, Jackie Sloan and Crystal Gay Sloan; brother, Don Blackburn; two grandchildren, Leann Newland and Michael (Jamie) Newland; and one great-grandson, Lucas Newland. Doris was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be held from 5-6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18, at Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 19, at the Hamilton Federated Church. Interment will be in The Kingston Cemetery, Kingston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hamilton Federated Church. Friends may call after 9 a.m., on Thursday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.bramfuneralservices.com

Mrs. Patricia Jo Batey, age 75 years, of Maryville, Illinois, formerly of Jefferson City, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois. Visitation for Mrs. Batey will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 17, 2014. A funeral service will be conducted 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 18, 2014, in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend Ron Zamkus officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held at Riverview Cemetery. A complete obituary is posted to the funeral home website and will be published in Wednesday's News Tribune. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Mr. James Douglas "Doug" Griswold, age 76 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Saturday, December 13, 2014, at Capital Region Medical Center. Doug was born November 28, 1938, in Fortuna, Mo., the son of Orie Vincent and Kathleen Norris Kays Griswold. He was married on June 12, 1959 in Lebanon, Kentucky, to Mary Adelene Crawford. Doug was a 1956 graduate of Tipton High School and attended Central Missouri State University. He was a 1959 graduate of the Kentucky School of Mortuary Science. In 1959, he was employed by the Palmer Funeral Home in Lebanon, Mo. and from 1962 until 1968, he was employed with the Chapel of Flowers Mortuary in San Jose, Calif. From 1968 until his retirement in 2001, Doug owned and operated Griswold-Kays Funeral Home in Eldon, Mo. In 1990, he became a partner in the Meisenheimer-Griswold Funeral Home in Tipton until 2000. He also owned and operated C. & G. Real Estate Company in Eldon for 25 years and was a partner in 5 Diamonds. Doug served as the Miller County Medical Examiner for 12 years. He was a member and deacon at Southridge Baptist Church in Jefferson City and had been a member and deacon of the First Baptist Church in Eldon, Mo. He was a lifelong member of the Eldon Kiwanis Club and a member of the Odd Fellows. He enjoyed playing tennis and was a member of the Jefferson City YMCA Tennis Group and was active in Living in Retirement. He also enjoyed trout fishing, coffee with his buddies every morning at McDonald's, playing cards, and wintering in Florida. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Survivors include: his wife of 55 years, Mary A. Griswold; one daughter, Mara Campbell and her husband Carter of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Joe Griswold and his wife Joyce of Jefferson City, Mo.; four grandchildren, TarAnn Barrett and her husband Mike of Florissant, Mo., Abbey Campbell of Waco, Texas, Kara Vernon of Overland Park, Kansas, and Rob Vernon of Jefferson City, Mo.; one great-granddaughter, Linden Campbell Barrett; two brothers-in-law, Mac Crawford and his wife Terri of Lexington, Kentucky and James Crawford of Danville, Kentucky; two sisters-in-law, Joyce Ferrell and her husband Darrell of Danville, Kentucky and Martha Brackett of Harrodsburg, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, James Bradley Griswold on July 22, 1978. Visitation will be at Freeman Mortuary from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 16, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at the Southridge Baptist Church with the Reverend Dr. Ron Zamkus officiating. Graveside services and interment will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Eldon City Cemetery, Eldon, Mo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Southridge Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Raymond Herman Rackers, 95, of Jefferson City, died Saturday, December 13, 2014, at Adams Street Place. He was born June 14, 1919, in Jefferson City, the son of the late William Albert and Elizabeth Margaret (Bellman) Rackers. Raymond served his country during World War II with the United States Army. He was united in marriage on November 23, 1946, in Jefferson City to Bernice Bee Luebbert who preceded him in death on July 21, 1993. Raymond worked as a core driller for the Missouri State Highway Department and also worked part-time for Crown Drug. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Holy Name Society, and Knights of Columbus. Raymond was devoted to his church and religion. He also was instrumental in helping to establish the Samaritan Center. He volunteered his time while his sons were active members with the Boy Scouts. In his spare time, Raymond enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include: two sons, Bob (Lisa) Rackers, Jefferson City and Andy Rackers, St. Louis; and three grandchildren, Clint Rackers, Meghan Rackers and Evan Branson. He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife; three sisters, Agnes Walther, Myrene Fulk, Georgia Rackers; and two brothers, Bill Rackers and Clifford Rackers. Visitation will be 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 17, 2014, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Msgr. David D. Cox officiating. Burial with military honors will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Hospice Compassus, 600 Monroe Street, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.

Sarah Elizabeth Borgmeyer, 28, of Taos, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014, at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, in Dallas, Texas. She was born on September 15, 1986, in Columbia, Missouri, to Albert and Donna Borgmeyer. Sarah attended the Special Learning Center, was a 2006 graduate of Blair Oaks High School and most recently attended the United Cerebral Palsy Gibbs Center for Independence. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. She enjoyed feeding the fish, country music, shopping, bowling, eating, watching TV and going to concerts. Sarah had a big heart and was always caring about other people. She touched the heart of everyone she meet. She is survived by her parents: Albert and Donna Borgmeyer; great aunt: Alline Whitner; aunts and uncles: Dee Thompson (Rich Lee), Laurale Gerling (Greg), Germaine Renn (Harry), Mona Haller (Chris), Donna Osterlund (Bob), Kenny Borgmeyer (Debbie), Roger Borgmeyer (Peggy), and Phillip Ortbals; cousins: Danny Jasper (Janet), Robert Whitner (Debbie) and Don Whitner (Katie); special friend: Norma Palmer and many other cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: Donald and Hazel Kirby; paternal grandparents: Raymond and Marie Borgmeyer; and her aunt: Carol Ortbals. Family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Taos Knights of Columbus Hall, with a prayer service at 3:15 p.m. Additional visitation will be held on Friday, December 19, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m. with Father Wayne Boyer officiating. Interment will follow in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Special Learning Center, United Cerebral Palsy Gibbs Center for Independence or the charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Mrs. Patricia Jo Batey, age 75 years, of Maryville, Illinois, formerly of Jefferson City, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois. She was born on October 29, 1939 in Coleman County, Texas, the daughter of Wagie "Pat" L. and Josepha L. Raper Dyer. Patricia was married on December 23, 1956 in Carlsbad, New Mexico to Robert H. Batey. She grew up in Carlsbad, New Mexico and was a 1957 graduate of Carlsbad High School. A former resident of Jefferson City for 33 years, Patricia was employed with Sears as a parts clerk until her retirement in 1998. She was a member of Southridge Baptist Church in Jefferson City and has been a member of First Baptist Church of Maryville, Illinois for the past year. Patricia loved volunteering for her church and adored working with children. Most importantly, she treasured time spent with her family and friends. Survivors include: her husband of almost 58 years, Robert Batey; one daughter, Sandra Hillmer and her husband Scott of Edwardsville, Illinois; one brother, Jeff Dyer and his wife Aleta of Springfield, Mo.; three grandchildren, Jason Hillmer and Emily Gaylord of Granite City, Illinois, and Clayton Hillmer of Edwardsville, Illinois; and two great-grandchildren, Violet and Sawyer Gaylord of Granite City, Illinois. She was preceded in death by one son, Robert Joe Batey on October 5, 1990. Visitation will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 17, 2014. A funeral service will be conducted at Freeman Mortuary at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 18, 2014 in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend Dr. Ron Zamkus officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held immediately following at Riverview Cemetery. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Southridge Baptist Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Alice Pauline Dudley, 95, of California, Mo., passed away on Monday, December 8, 2014, at Nuevant House East, in Lawrence, Kan. Alice chose to pass quietly and comfortably attended by AseraCare Hospice and her immediate family. She was born September 18, 1919, near Lohman, the daughter of Harry and Rosa Rockelman Wilson, both of whom preceded her in death, as did her brothers, Carl as a child and Edward at age 100 earlier this year. Alice married John Dudley of Centertown, on August 17, 1940. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1994. Survivors include: son, John Eugene (Gene) Dudley and wife Toni; grandson, Chris Dudley and wife Dawn; granddaughters, Joyele Irons and Megan (Tony) Mendez; great-grandchildren, Darik, Madison, and Jakob Dudley, Josephine (Josie) Irons and Wakoda Mendez, who is expecting a little brother in April 2015. Alice lived in the Russellville area most of her life and was educated in Russellville schools. She lived in Phoenix, Ariz. from 1949-1956. Returning to Missouri, she worked at McGraw Edison and Shop-Smith in Jefferson City for 28 years, making many valued and long-lasting friendships. After retiring from McGraw's quality control area, she became a travel booking agent, hosting several bus trips and cruises. Alice enjoyed continued contact with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors. Alice was proud of being the inventor and owner of U.S. Patent number 6,230,341, which was approved May 15, 2001. She was also an avid gardener. Weather and health permitting, you would most likely find her in the back yard, attending her flower beds, planting, cultivating or harvesting her vegetables and beloved strawberries which she enjoyed sharing with her neighbors and friends this past summer. Alice was baptized and joined the Russellville Methodist Church in 1958, transferring to California United Methodist Church in 1996. Alice was a member of the United Methodist Women (UMW) and Centertown American Legion Aux #531. Visitation will be from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2014, at the funeral home. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. also at the funeral home. Officiating will be United Methodist Church Pastor Eric Moore. Burial will be in the Centertown Cemetery. Per Alice's wishes, a luncheon celebration will follow at United Methodist Church fellowship hall, across the street from the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the California United Methodist Church or the Russellville Methodist Church, c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, California, Mo.

Mrs. Irma M. Bagnull, age 80 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., entered Godís gates on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. Visitation will be at Freeman Mortuary from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Saturday, December 20, 2014. Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2014, at Central United Church of Christ with the Rev. Coletta Eichenberger officiating. Interment will be in the Evangelical Section of Riverview Cemetery. A complete obituary will be published in Fridayís News Tribune and is currently posted to the funeral home website. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Edwin Henry Strobel, 90, of California, went to his heavenly home on Monday, December 15, 2014, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City. He was born to Adam and Mathilda (Fluegel) Strobel on October 19, 1924 near Lohman. Edwin was baptized on November 1, 1924 at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lohman. He attended Mt. Hope School. Edwin was confirmed on April 2, 1931 at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lohman. On May 8, 1955 he was married at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in California to Velma L. (Bleich) Strobel, who preceded him in death on August 3, 2014. Edwin enjoyed woodworking and gardening with his wife. Through the years, Edwin worked at Stockman Feed, Popp's Lawn and Garden, Arkansas Valley Feather, and was a livestock and grain farmer. He purchased the first twine baler in the Russellville and Lohman area and did custom hay baling and custom grain harvesting in the area. Most of all he loved being a partner with his wife raising their children and working on the farm. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Edwin is survived by: one son, Paul Strobel (Marsha) of Tipton; three daughters, Naomi Pearson (Jack Greer), Martha Phillips (Eddie Dean), all of California, and Mary Bestgen (John) of Clarksburg; one sister, Esther Goldammer of Jefferson City; one brother, Herbert O. Strobel (Rose) of Lohman; one sister-in-law, Esther Strobel of Jefferson City; grandchildren, Stephanie Zimmerman (Travis) of California, Jonathan Strobel (Nancy Krutzsch) of Tipton, Sarah Griffin of Tipton and Amy Phillips of California; great-grandchildren, Courtney Strobel, Landon Griffin, Montana, Holden, and Rayna Strobel, Trentlynn and Truxton Zimmerman. Mr. Strobel was preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, Terry Pearson; one brother, Raymond Strobel; a sister, Irene Rockelman; and two brother-in-laws, Raymond Rockemann and Hugo Goldammer. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Windmill Ridge Funeral Service in California from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in California with Rev. Dr. Peter Kurowski officiating, with interment following in the St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the St. Paul's Radio Ministry or the St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, c/o Windmill Ridge Funeral Service, P.O. Box 443, California, MO 65018. Online condolences to the family may be contributed at www.windmillridgefuneralservice.com.

A. R. (Mike) Hudgins of Sulphur Springs, Texas, died Sunday, December 14, 2014, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. He was born August 27, 1923, to Thomas D. and Josephine Hudgins in Stratton Ridge, Texas. He enlisted in the Navy during World War II. He met Betty Lue Fredericken on the ferry to the Statue of Liberty. They married and were stationed in Norfolk, Va. Mike and Betty Lue had two children, Diane and Mike. They farmed in Nebraska and lived in Livingston, Texas, before settling in Jefferson City, Mo., where Mike worked as an accountant for the Missouri Public Service Commission for many years. Michael Nels Hudgins was lost in a private plane accident in 1967. Betty Lue died from breast cancer in 1970. Mike married Judy Curre in 1971. They moved to Texas, ranching in Kennedy, Crocket and Mt. Pleasant. Mike's surviving siblings are James and Alice Hudgins (Mabel Hudgins deceased), Tommy and Ann Hudgins (Ruth Hudgins, deceased) and Howard Hudgins. Siblings, Charles Hudgins and Mary Ellen Hudgins pre-deceased him. His parents also raised four orphaned nieces and nephews, including Kitty Reeder Southard. Bill, Donna and Frankie Reeder all pre-deceased him. Mike is survived by: his wife, Judy; mother-in-law, Sally Powell; Diane and Larry Ross and their three children, Robin, DeAnna and Tracy; 14 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren; Kevin and Becky Hudgins and their children, Kade, Kyle and Keeley; and Kim and Greg Holt, their daughter, Lacy and Kyle Boyd and two great-grandchildren; and Chase Holt, pre-deceased, and his wife Lindsey and son. Mike was proud of his Hudgins ranching heritage in south Texas and was happiest out on the range with his cattle, wearing his boots and Stetson. He was a wonderful husband and father, a man of strong values, principles and ethics; he had a huge, compassionate heart. He loved fiercely; his memory will be cherished by all of us who knew and loved him. His family is truly grateful for the incredible staff of the Cottages Rehab Facility and their compassionate care. Special thanks to Jess Tomsek for his faithful companionship and unfailing good cheer. We are also deeply grateful for the tender care and guidance from Legacy Hospice. In lieu of flowers his family suggests memorial to Legacy Hospice, 301 Gilmer St. Suite A, Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482. You may sign the guest book and leave fond memories online at www.BatesCooperSloanFuneralHome.com

Jerry G. Wolfe, age 77, of Linn, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2014, at Boone Hospital in Columbia. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Morton Chapel, Linn, Missouri (897-2214) www.mortonchapel.com

Ethel Lee Presberry, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at Villa Marie. A celebration of Ethel's life will be held during a visitation from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Monday, December 22, 2014 with funeral services at 12 noon at Second Baptist Church, 501 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101. A complete obituary will be in Sunday's News Tribune. Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Lawrence Albert Clouse II, 75, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014, at University of Missouri Hospital. Lawrence is survived by: his three children, Christopher Clouse and son, Anthony, both of Leavenworth, Kan., Derek Clouse of Jefferson City, Mo. and Christina (Kerr) White, her husband, Kyle and their three children, Hailey, Conner and Jay, all of Jefferson City, Mo. Lawrence is preceded in death by: his wife, Paula (Middleton) Clouse; and his parents, Lawrence and Martha Clouse. There will be a closed funeral service on Friday, December 19, 2014. Directly following the service, he will be laid to rest at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, Mo. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

Larry Dean Steinmetz, 73, of Holts Summit, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014, at his home surrounded by his family. Larry was born January 23, 1941, in Wainwright, Missouri, the son of Harry and Susie Branch Steinmetz. He was married on November 4, 1972, to Donna Baysinger. He worked at the Callaway County Power Plant for 13 years, then he worked as a logger for Jerry Holland until his retirement due to illness. Larry enjoyed coon, deer and turkey hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his grandchildren and longtime friend Jim Fenton. He will be missed by all that knew him. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Donna Steinmetz of Holts Summit; step-daughters, Betty (Greg) Cruz and Tina (Tim) Dearing; three granddaughters, Alexzandria and Bethany McCullough and Taylor (Connor) Michael; siblings, Roger Steinmetz, Minnie Smith, Stanley Steinmetz, and Wanda Craighead, along with many nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wayne and Bob Steinmetz; sisters, Emily Bainer and Ruth Gordon. Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2014, at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Bull Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of services. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, 3092 State Road AA, Holts Summit, Missouri 65043.

Ada Marie Croy, 104, of Centertown, Mo., passed away on Monday, December 15, 2014, at her home. She was born on March 1, 1910, in Irontown, Mo., the daughter of Elmer E. Delozier and Martha Jane Burns, both of whom preceded her in death. She was married on May 9, 1928, in Eldon to the late Andrew Jackson Croy who preceded her in death on September 12, 1989. A vibrant part of the 21st century, Ada Marie Croy developed and maintained an excellent reputation as a housewife, seamstress, employee of Chesebrough Ponds, and a member of New Hope Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School Director and Teacher, Vacation Bible School Director and Womens Missionary Union President. Survivors include: two sons, Jim Croy and wife Dorothy of Jefferson City, Mo. and Jerry Croy and wife Sharon of Centertown, Mo.; one daughter, Chlora Reimler of the home; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: one son, Marschel Croy; one grandson, Kevin Croy; great-grandchildren, Benjamin Carey, Adam Markway, Abby Croy; great-great-grandchild, Hailey Glavin; and six brothers; and four sisters. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at the funeral home. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2014, at the funeral home. Officiating will be the Rev. Frank Senter. Burial will be in the California City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the New Hope Baptist Church c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, California, Mo.

Neva Ellen Simion, 85, formerly of Jefferson City, passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2014, in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born on October 22, 1929, at Jamestown, Missouri, a daughter of the late Louis and Elsie Roedel. She graduated from Sedalia Smith-Cotton High School in 1947. Neva was married on November 16, 1951, to Jack L. Simion, who passed away in 2007 after 56 years of marriage. Neva earned her B.A. in Fine Arts from Lincoln University, taught at Russellville High School, and later became an ASVAB test administrator for the local Armed Forces recruiters. She lived in Jefferson City until 2013, when she moved to Las Vegas to be near her only child, John L. Simion. Neva is survived by her son, John L. Simion; two grandchildren, John M. Simion and Scott M. Simion; and a sister, Gladys Stauffer. Friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, December 22, 2014, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Private family services and entombment will be held in the Riverview Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorial contributions are suggested to Butterfield Youth Services, P.O. Box 333, Marshall, MO 65340. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left www.millardfamilychapels.com