Myron "Doug" Sullens, 78, of Jefferson City, passed away Monday, February 2, 2015, at the University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. He was born June 15, 1936, in Linn, Missouri, a son of the late Leonard and Sadie (Johnson) Sullens. He attended Jefferson City Schools. On June 4, 1955, Doug was united in marriage in Jefferson City, to Anna Mae "Pat" Groves, who survives at their home. Doug had worked at Tennyson's Furniture and Jefferson City Distributors. Doug was later employed for the City of Jefferson, where he worked for over 27 years. He was also employed for the Village of Wardsville for over 25 years as the Village Police Officer. He was a member of Central Baptist Church. Doug was an avid Cardinal baseball fan, and loved to listen to country music and make music CD's. Along with his wife Pat, Doug is also survived by five sons: Jeff Sullens (wife Kim) of Jefferson City; Roger Sullens (wife Mollie) of Fulton; Randy Sullens (wife Tina) of Holts Summit; Ricky Sullens (wife Lori) of Taos; Danny Sullens of Ironton; one daughter: Cindy Martin (husband Jimmy) of Palm Bay, Fla.; one sister: Viola Fern Owens of New Bloomfield; 21 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by five brothers: Roy, Floyd, Tommy, Harold, and Ezra; three sisters: Effie, Janie, and Dorothy. Friends will be received from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2015, at the Central Baptist Church, 1812 E. McCarty; Jefferson City, Mo., with Rev. Andy Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Linn Public Cemetery in Linn, Missouri. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the National Autistic Association or the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are under the direction of the 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

Michael W. Starke, age 67 years, of Lenexa, Kansas, formerly a Jefferson City resident, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2015, at home surrounded by his loving wife and daughter. Mike was born on December 12, 1947, in Jefferson City, Mo., the son of Harry and Georgia (Coogan) Starke. He was married on May 4, 1974, in Jefferson City, Mo. to Carol Schanbacher. On June 21, 1996, at the Lake of the Ozarks, Mike married Anita Voss, who survives in Lenexa, Kansas. Mike was a 1965 graduate of Helias High School and attended Lincoln University. During college he enlisted in the Missouri Army National Guard and served from 1966 until he was honorably discharged in 1975. Mike worked for Ford Motor Credit and retired in 2002, after 32 years of service. After retirement, he worked part-time as a court runner at Kozeny and McCubbin, L.C., for eight years. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Overland Park, Kansas. While living in Jefferson City until 1996, Mike was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus of Jefferson City. Mike was a fun loving person and always cherished time with his family and friends. He leaves behind his wife of 18 years, Anita Starke; his daughter, Sarah Carden (husband Chad); two grandsons, Bryan and Charlie Carden of Jefferson City, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held at the Cathedral of St. Joseph from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph with the Reverend I.C. Medina officiating. Graveside services and interment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery. An additional memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at the Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, Kansas, with visitation from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary in Jefferson City, Mo. and Porter Funeral Home in Lenexa, Kan.

Karl Alan Schweikert, age 56, died Sunday, February 1, 2015, in Kansas City, Mo. He was born in Columbia, Mo., on July 3, 1958. Karl was the owner operator of Titan Insurance of Columbia. He was a true entrepreneur with many successful business ventures in his lifetime. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his children, and his dog, Titan. He enjoyed flying his Cessna 210 turbo prop. Karl and Diane especially loved traveling and watching their sons play the sports they love. He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his life partner, Diane; his three sons: Eric (28), Alex (15), and Karsen (12); one brother, Kevin Schweikert (Rebecca); two sisters, Jan Curry (Larry) and Karen Aitkens (Eddie); along with numerous nieces and nephews. We can't forget his dog, Titan. Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Janie and Joe Schweikert; and one brother, Kenny Schweikert. A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Woodcrest Chapel in Columbia. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alex and Karsen Schweikert College Trust Fund.

Griffin Thomas Ownbey, infant son of Ryan J. and Kimberly J. (Shull) Ownbey, died Saturday, January 31, 2015, at the Capital Region Medical Center. Griffin was born January 31, 2015. Survivors include: his parents, Ryan and Kimberly Ownbey of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Hayden Ownbey; maternal grandparents, George and Nancy Shull of Jefferson City, Mo.; paternal grandmother, Lisa Lasker of Columbia, Mo.; paternal great-grandparents; Joyce and Ted Meisenheimer of Eugene, Mo. and Ray and Linda Bledsoe of Jefferson City, Mo.; paternal great-great-grandmothers, Viola Boan of Eugene, Mo. and Beatrice Barger of Jefferson City, Mo.; one aunt, Sara Kerperin (husband Kevin) and their son Jackson of Taos, Mo.; and one uncle, Nick Ownbey of Kansas City, Mo. Private graveside services and interment will be conducted Friday, February 6, 2015, at Riverview Cemetery. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Linda Sue Elliott, 65, of Jefferson City, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2015, at her residence, surrounded by her family, after a battle with cancer. She was born on July 22, 1949, a daughter of Ivan and Opal (McConnaughhay) Elliott. Linda cared for children for many years in childcare. She earned a business certificate from Tri County Technical. Linda enjoyed and loved her family, and will be missed by all those who loved her. She is survived by two children: Dennis Banta (Dawn) of Jefferson City, Melinda Benedict (Eric) of Tonganoxie, Kan.; five grandchildren: Andrew Banta, Austin Banta, Paige Banta, Hunter Benedict, Mason Benedict; six siblings: Eddie Hinklin, Helen Copland, Alma Walker, Elwanda Borkus, Wiley Elliott, Arlene Johnson. She was preceded in death by one brother: Lloyd Elliott. Services will be held at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Linda's grandchildren education fund, in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are under the direction of TYLER M. WOODS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, 611 E. Capitol Ave. Jefferson City, Missouri 65101. (573) 636-2424. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.WoodsMemorialServices.com

Mrs. Mary A. Kabatra, age 55 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at her home. Visitation for Mrs. Kabatra will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 9, 2015. Memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 9, 2015, in the Freeman Chapel. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's paper and will be posted to the funeral home website Thursday morning. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Louis Edward Kelsey, 70, of Liberty, Missouri, died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, from complications due to Alzheimer's Disease. Louis was born August 15, 1944, in Jefferson City, Mo., the son of Martin and Mabel Kelsey. He attended Jefferson City High School and graduated from Lincoln University with a degree in accounting. In 1963 he met and fell in love with Marilyn Ruettgers of Loose Creek, Mo., before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam era. After being stationed in Minot, North Dakota, Louis mailed an engagement ring to Marilyn. She said yes and joined him in Minot, where he spent most of his enlistment. Louis married Marilyn on May 16, 1970. Later, Louis went to work as an accountant in the Jefferson City area before relocating with Marilyn to the Kansas City area and finally settling in Liberty, where they have lived for 35 years. In 1972 he started his career with the Metropolitan Community Colleges. During a 31-year career, he worked at every campus in the MCC system, most recently at Longview Community College as superintendent of buildings and grounds. Louis and Marilyn also ran a bookkeeping and tax service out of their home. Louis retired from Longview in 2003. During his life Louis loved to spend time with his children, Marty and Matt, and in recent years his grandchildren. Louis and Marilyn also traveled the country, visiting almost all of the continental U.S. States. Louis is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marilyn, of Liberty; his son, Martin Kelsey, wife Sarah, and their children, Louis' beloved grandchildren, Bryce Logan and Sadie May, all of Liberty; and his son, Matthew Kelsey, and wife Jamie of Kansas City, Kansas. He is also survived by his niece and close friend Lori Crooks, and countless other friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Betty Mahanes; brother-in-law, Paul Mahanes; nephew, Mike Mahanes; and his best friend, Ralph Lynch. Visitation will be 5:30 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 6 at Church-Archer-Pasley Funeral Home, 119 E. Franklin St., Liberty, Mo. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 7 at St. James Catholic Church, Liberty, Mo. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Liberty, Mo. Memorial donations may be made in Louis' memory to St. James Catholic Church in Liberty, Mo., and the Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements by Church-Archer-Pasley Funeral Home, 816-781-2000. www.churcharcherpasley.com

Richard August Broeker, 87, of Morrison, Mo., passed away on Monday, February 2, 2015, at his home. Mr. Broeker was born in Pershing, Mo., on July 16, 1927, the son of the late Arthur W. and Hilda M. (Schnitger) Broeker. He was the husband of Darleen M. (Deppe) Broeker. They were married October 23, 1954, at Zion-St. Peter United Church of Christ, Pershing, having celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last fall. Darleen survives at their home in Pershing. Richard proudly served in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII, earning rank as a sergeant. He was a member of Zion-St. Peter United Church of Christ, Pershing, where he served on the church council for 44 years. He was on the Pershing Cemetery board for 34 years and held office as secretary. He was a board member for the M.F.A. Exchange for 20 years. He was an Agricultural Stabilization & Conservation Service & Farming Service Agency field man for 30 years. He worked for Bockting Farm Equipment as a mechanic for seven years and was a farmer his whole life. Richard cared deeply for his family, sharing a witty sense of humor and loved playing cards and washers. Richard is also survived by: a daughter, Diane Martellaro and husband Jack of Chamois, Mo.; three sons, Duane Broeker and Karie of Hartsburg, Mo., Darren Broeker of Morrison and David Broeker and wife Karin of Morrison; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Broeker of Mt. Sterling, Mo.; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by: his parents; a sister, Evelyn Broeker; and a brother, Calvin Broeker. Visitation will be Friday 4-8 p.m. at The Fellowship Hall, Pershing, Mo. Funeral Services will be held at Zion-St. Peter United Church of Christ, Pershing, Mo., at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, with Rev. Barbara Zastrow and Rev. Rich Reinwald officiating. Burial will be at Pershing Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Pershing Cemetery Association. C/O Toedtmann-Grosse Funeral Home.

Arnold Michael Rehagen, 81, of Jefferson City, died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital surrounded in prayer by family and priests of the Diocese of Jefferson City. He was born October 18, 1933, in St. Elizabeth, the son of the late John and Mathilda (Lindenbusch) Rehagen. He was united in marriage on June 20, 1953, at Our Lady of Snows Catholic Church in Mary's Home to Juli Ann Dusheke, who survives at the home. Arnold was employed by Milo Walz Furniture, worked 34 years for Missouri Highway Department proudly making and overseeing the fabrication of road signs across the State of Missouri retiring in 1990, and worked for 25 years for St. Peter Catholic Church as a custodian, painter and fix-anything guy. A member of St. Peter Catholic Church, he was a devoted father and husband who was proud of and faithful to his Catholic faith, and was a faithful attendee of 7 a.m. daily Mass for over 50 years and Perpetual Adoration for 19 years. Arnold volunteered and coached Special Olympics Softball for over 25 years. He enjoyed woodworking; fixing any broken object; teaching and playing 10-point pitch with any grandchild, nephew or friend; St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Rams; supporter of Vitae Caring Foundation; and was a proud supporter and fan of the University of Notre Dame and Helias Catholic High School. In addition to his wife, Juli Ann, he is survived by six children, Michael (Paulette) Rehagen; Darrell Rehagen; Mark (Susan) Rehagen; Donnell (Shelly) Rehagen, all of Jefferson City; Maria (Mark) Micke, Wardsville; Deanna (Terry) Hunter, Joplin; 13 grandchildren, Rev. Mr. Christopher Rehagen, C.S.C., Thomas (Robin) Rehagen, Andrew Rehagen (fiancÈe Marie Naylor), Stephen Rehagen, Maryssa Rehagen, Brooke Micke, Nicholas Rehagen, Matthew Rehagen, Ashley Rehagen, Lauren Micke, Benjamin Rehagen, Molly Hunter, Caroline Hunter; one great-grandson, Lukas Rehagen; three siblings, James (Carolyn) Rehagen, Jefferson City; David (Mary) Rehagen, Jefferson City; Berniece Schulte, St. Anthony; and his brothers and sisters-in-law, Rosemary Rehagen, Lloyd (Ermine) Dusheke, Dorothy (Leon) Lants, Bernard (Shirley) Dusheke, and Judi Land. He was preceded in death by his parents; three grandchildren; four siblings, Leonard (Ruth) Rehagen, Norbert (Catherine) Rehagen, Edward Rehagen, Alverna (Herman) Buechter; and three in-laws, Harry Schulte, Willa Mae (Jack) Leisner, and Ronald (Anna Marie) Dusheke. Visitation will be 4:30-7 p.m. Friday at St. Peter Catholic Church with a prayer service at 4 p.m. Additional visitation will be 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m., Saturday, February 7, 2015, at St. Peter Catholic Church with the Rev. Gregory C. Meystrik and other priests of the Diocese of Jefferson City officiating and Deacon Christopher Rehagen, C.S.C. assisting. Entombment will be in Resurrection Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Peter Catholic Church Building Fund, 216 Broadway Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; Vogelweid Learning Center, 314 West High Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; Helias Foundation, 1106 Swifts Highway, Jefferson City, MO 65109; or Vitae Caring Foundation, 1731 Southridge Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109. 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.

Griffin Thomas Ownbey, infant son of Ryan J. and Kimberly J. (Shull) Ownbey, died Saturday, January 31, 2015, at the Capital Region Medical Center. Griffin was born January 31, 2015. Survivors include: his parents, Ryan and Kimberly Ownbey of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Hayden Ownbey; maternal grandparents, George and Nancy Shull of Jefferson City, Mo.; paternal grandmother, Lisa Lasker of Columbia, Mo.; paternal great-grandparents; Joyce and Ted Meisenheimer of Eugene, Mo. and Ray and Linda Bledsoe of Jefferson City, Mo.; paternal great-great-grandmothers, Viola Boan of Eugene, Mo. and Beatrice Barger of Jefferson City, Mo.; one aunt, Sara Kerperin (husband Kevin) and their son Jackson of Taos, Mo.; and one uncle, Nick Ownbey of Kansas City, Mo. Private graveside services and interment will be conducted Friday, February 6, 2015, at Riverview Cemetery. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Jerry Dean Dick, 48, of California, Mo., passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at Landmark Hospital in Columbia. He was born on June 3, 1966, in Sterling, Colo., the son of Danny Ray Dick, who survives of Ellis, Kan. and Karen Thompson-Dick, who survives of Marysville, Kan. Jerry was a 1984 graduate of Ellis High School in Ellis, Kan., and a 1986 graduate of Dodge City Community College in Dodge City, Kan., where he earned an Associateís Degree in Equine Science. He worked as an insurance claims adjustor for Claim Solution, Inc. Jerry enjoyed golf, riding horses, rodeos, gardening and landscaping and restoring cars. Along with his parents, he is survived by: two sons, Jamie Dick of Columbia and Jesse Dick of California; one brother, Kelley Dick and fiancÈ Christy Cunningham of Abilene, Kan.; nephews, Daniel Dick, Johnathan, Jaden and Jackson Trachsel and Alex McGill; nieces, Rachell Dick, Madeline Pfaff and Chelsea McGill; and great-nieces, Chandler and Addelyn McGill. The family will receive friends from 9ñ11 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2015, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2015, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Chapel with Rev. Don Fankhauser officiating. Inurnment will be in Riverview Cemetery at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be made to Capital City Christian Church. 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. Mary L. Kliethermes, 90, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at the Villa Marie Nursing Center. Visitation for Mrs. Kliethermes will be held at Freeman Mortuary from 4-6 p.m., Monday, February 9, 2015. A Celebraton of Life Service will be conducted at 6 p.m., Monday, February 9, 2015, in the Freeman Chapel. A complete obituary will be published in Sunday's paper and is posted to the funeral home website. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Joseph Ryan Terry, 36, of Osage Beach, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at his home. He was born May 23, 1978, in Jefferson City, Mo., a son of Thomas L. and Brenda L. (Weaver) Terry. He was a 1996 graduate of Jefferson City High School. Joe was employed with Unilever, where he has worked since 2002. He previously worked for Mertens Bait & Tackle in Jefferson City, from 1995-2002. Joe loved fishing in Bass tournaments, crappie fishing with family and friends, and attending Mizzou and St. Louis Cardinal events. He attended Union Hill Baptist Church in Holts Summit. He was a member and participated in Bass World Sports, Bassmasters, FLW, Anglers in Action, Big Bass Bash and Fishers of Men. Joe is survived by: his mother, Brenda L. Terry of Holts Summit, Mo.; one brother, Chris L. Terry (wife Angela) of Wardsville, Mo.; maternal grandmother, Fay Weaver of Fairfield Bay, Ark.; one nephew, Blake Terry; one niece, Paige Terry; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Louis Terry. Friends will be received from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, February 9, 2015, at Union Hill Baptist Church in Holts Summit, where a Celebration of Life Service will follow at 7:00 p.m., with Pastor E. Frank Whitney officiating. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Joe Terry Fishing Scholarship Fund; Union Hill Baptist Church Building Fund; or a Charity of the Donor's Choice. Arrangements are under the direction of SLATER-MILLARD Family Funeral Chapel, 540 South Summit Drive, Holts Summit, MO 65043. (573) 896-5959. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Pauline Lucy Distler, 83, of Centertown, Missouri, died Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the home of her sister. She was born on December 5, 1931, in Jefferson City, the daughter of the late Joseph Anthony Distler and Cecilia Cortvrient Distler. She was a 1949 graduate of St. Peter High School and a 1964 graduate of Lincoln University. Miss Distler was employed with Southwestern Telephone Company; served with the Peace Corps in West Africa for 28 months from 1963 to 1966; and was a teacher at Immaculate Conception Catholic School in Jefferson City from 1969 to 1997. She was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church where she taught Parish School of Religion and provided after-school care. She was an avid gardener. Survivors include three siblings, Dolores (Leroy) Knernschield, Centertown, Missouri; Robert Distler, El Paso, Texas; and Leroy (Eva) Distler, Jefferson City; one brother-in-law, Edward Klein, Ventura, California; and one sister-in-law, Mary Distler, Jefferson City; and many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She was preceded in death by one sister, Agnes Klein; one brother, Louis Distler; and one sister-in-law, Erna Distler. Mass of Christian Burial will be 12 noon on Monday, February 9, 2015, at St. Martin Catholic Church with the Rev. Edwin A. Schmidt officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be 2:30-4 p.m. Sunday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with a prayer service at 2 p.m. Memorials are suggested to St. Martin Building Fund, 7148 St. Martins Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109; or Hospice Compassus, 600 Monroe Street, Suite 100, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.

Leo Riley, 58, of Jefferson City, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at his residence. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2015, at Houser Millard Funeral Chapel. Funeral service with full military honors will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2015, at Houser Millard Funeral Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Marine Corps League. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573) 636-3838 Condolences may be left for the family at www. millardfamilychapels.com

Leo Bernard Riley, 58, of Jefferson City, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, at his residence. He was born on January 30, 1957, in Burkburnett, Texas, the son of Cecil Ray and Helen Mann Riley, both of whom preceded him in death. He was married on November 10, 2000, to Karen White Swetnam, who survives of the home. Leo graduated from Russellville High School and joined the United States Marine Corps, where he proudly served for nine years. He was employed at ABB in Jefferson City for almost 20 years. Leo loved spending time with his family, his step-sons and grandkids. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan, and enjoyed playing the lottery. Besides his wife, Leo is survived by two step-sons: Jon Swetnam and wife Jennifer of Clinton, Missouri, and Ray Swetnam and wife Angela of Wichita, Kansas; three grandsons: Isaac, Jacob and Noah; and two sisters: Kathy and Debbie. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters: Crystal Dawn Riley, who died in infancy; and Sandy Hammond, who passed away in December 2002. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Houser Millard Funeral Chapel. Funeral service with full military honors will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at Houser Millard Funeral Chapel. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Marine Corps League. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main Street, Jefferson City, MO 65109. (573)636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Friends and family honor the memory of their beloved Martha Blanche Stark, 91, who passed on to be with her Lord on Saturday, January 31, 2015, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Martha joins her son, Gary Stark and her husband, James Harvey Stark in their heavenly home. Martha and James (Jim) were married September 7, 1940, in Eldon, Mo. Another important date in her memoir is July 1941, when she accepted the Lord as her Savior, was baptized, and developed a lifelong relationship with fellow believers at Centertown Baptist Church. Martha and Jim had a wonderful life together and enjoyed traveling around the country after their retirement. They loved their home in Missouri but also enjoyed the beautiful mountains and warm weather in Arizona so they began to split their time between friends and homes in both locations. After Jimís passing, Martha decided to make Arizona her full time residence and continued her church life at Crossroads Baptist Church in Arizona and professed her God and ministry to others regardless of where she lived. In this way, the family continues to hear testimony of her life from friends near and afar. Martha accredited much of her work ethic and value system to her German lineage. Her father, Henry, and his brothers migrated to the U.S. from Germany. Martha was born October 2, 1923, in her home in Lohman, Mo. Her mother, Rachel Magdelena Kauffman died shortly after her birth so her father, Henry Carl Meller, who she remembers for his hard work and fiddle playing, was the parental influence in her young life. After his passing, her older sisters, Virginia (Virgie) Jacobs and Irene Welch became little mothers to her and she told many stories of all the lessons and values they taught her, including how to be the best mother in the world! Martha often worked outside of the home to help provide for her family but her most important job in her own words was ìbeing a motherî. As Martha said, ìWhat career could be better than thatî! All of her friends and family attest to the love that she shared with others and her living testimony to her faith in Christ. She became a ìGood Samaritanî to people she met and especially to families who needed clothes, food, or financial help. There was never a stranger in her life and she indiscriminately reached out to everyone. Martha is lovingly remembered and cherished by her four surviving daughters, Darlene Shikles, Linda Mazzulla, Kaye Nilges, Brenda Daniel; her very special daughter-in-law, Erma Stark; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: six sisters and two brothers. Friends and family will be honoring her life with visitation and services on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at Centertown Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 a.m., and the Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. She will be taken to rest next to her husband, Jim, at Enloe Cemetery, near Russellville. Memorials are suggested to the Centertown Baptist Church c/o the funeral home. Arrangements are being made under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services, California, Mo., who have been friends and have lovingly provided services to the family for many years.

Gayle M. Belshe, age 79, of Fort Worth, died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, in Fort Worth, Texas. Gayle Marquetta Gruner was born near St. James Missouri in 1935. She spent most of her early adult life in Jefferson City Missouri, and attended Jefferson City High School and Junior College. She was first employed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. In 1956, she met and married her college classmate and friend Ramon Belshe. As a part of Ramon's work, Gayle and Ray had a great experience traveling over a large part of the United States in their early years together. During that time their son Michael was born, and Gayle found herself meeting the challenge of finding a new doctor for Michael in different cities and towns every few weeks. But it was all worth it when she could spend a day at the beach with him when they were in seaside locations. The next phase of her life was more conventional as they lived in Prairie Village Kansas, Moraga California and Seattle Washington. They later settled in Fort Worth where they have enjoyed life for the past 43 years. There Gayle found her career in real estate sales, eventually retiring as office manager for Century 21 Lake Country. Gayle greatly enjoyed art and theater, amateur photography, yoga and even golf for a time. She also loved travel, including visiting her son where he lived at various times in Japan, Mexico, Venezuela, Taiwan and Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Elsie Gruner of St. James Missouri. Gayle is survived by husband, Ramon; son, Michael and his wife Rena of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania; brother, Richard and his wife Rita of Bay Point California; and brother-in-law, Gary Belshe of Jefferson City, Missouri. In lieu of flowers or meals the family suggests that friends who wish to help, or remember Gayle, make a donation in her name to the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org. It was Gayle's wish not to be remembered by ceremony. The family plans to honor her memory at Hickory Hill cemetery in her home state of Missouri later this year. Arrangements are under the direction of Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Home, Fort Worth, 817-292-2250.

Mrs. Mary A. Kabatra, age 55 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., died Tuesday, February 3, 2015, at her home. Mary was born October 16, 1959, in Geneseo, Illinois, the daughter of John and Priscilla Cherry Klemmer. She was married on May 1, 1982, in Franklin, New Jersey to Michael E. Kabatra. Mary graduated from Rock Island High School and attended Black Hawk College both in Rock Island, Illinois. She attended Lincoln University. A resident of the Jefferson City area since 2007, Mary was employed as a Registered Nurse with St. Mary's Hospital until ill health forced her retirement on December 31, 2014. She enjoyed reading, cross stitching, and sewing. Most importantly, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include: her husband of 32 years, Michael Kabatra; two sons, Tim Kabatra and Michael J. Kabatra, both of Jefferson City, Mo; two daughters, Priscilla Kabatra of Jefferson City, Mo. and Sarah Kabatra and her fiancÈ Korey McKenzie of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Michael Klemmer; four sisters, Nancy Nicolette, Cary Garner, Julie Price, and Jan Mackerly; and three grandchildren, Alexis Kabatra, Mallory Kabatra, and Joseph Kabatra. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Jay Klemmer. Visitation will be at Freeman Mortuary from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 2015. A memorial service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 9, 2015, in the Freeman Chapel with the Reverend Hillary Andebo officiating. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Mary Kabatra Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Kenneth H. Knoll, 64, of Koeltztown, passed away after a lengthy illness at Capital Region Medical Center on Thursday, February 5, 2015, surrounded by his family. He was born August 10, 1950, son of the late Harold H. and Marguerite (Stuecken) Knoll in Jefferson City. On June 20, 1987, on a pontoon boat floating on the Osage River, he was united in marriage to Mary Boes who survives of the home. On the same date, two years later they were married in the Catholic Faith at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Rich Fountain. Ken was the president of Quaker Window Product Co. He assumed the President's position in February of 2013,after being Vice President for 22 years. Ken's parents, Marge and Harold Knoll, founded the company and he helped them when he was in school by doing small jobs at the plant. He went to high school at Kemper Military Academy then attended college at Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla. Ken then joined the United States Air Force, after six years of service; he came home and started working at Quaker for his parents. He started working in the basement of the facility making cultured marble. Shortly after that, he was moved to the storm window room and later became foreman there. In 1980, Ken took his talents to the main office to do price estimations for customers. He was mostly involved in overseeing the continued success of Quaker, a company he was very proud of and that has been a part of his family's life since as far back as he could remember. Ken was a longtime member of the NRA, his favorite time of the year was deer season. He was a history buff, especially World War II and the history and evolution of airplanes, the ones used by military were especially interesting to him. Ken loved to travel, out West and to tropical islands were some of his favorite places to visit. He enjoyed gambling and NASCAR, he loved playing on the river and fishing. Ken especially cherished the time he got to spend with his family and his grandchildren. Along with his wife of 27 years, he is survived by three children: Eric (Amy) Knoll, Christy (Rick) Smith, both of Holts Summit, Angela (Jeff) Wingate of Jamestown; one brother: Ron Knoll of Freeburg; three sisters: Mary (Jim) Brondell of Jefferson City, Judi (Ron) Stone of Avon, Conn., Lotti Kaesik of Lake of the Ozarks; two sisters-in-law: Pam Knoll of Westphalia, Paulette Knoll of Freeburg; four grandchildren: Rebekah and Jimmy Knoll, and Austin and Megan Smith and many nieces and nephews. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, one sister: Maurita Hartenberger; three brothers: Thomas Knoll, Harold F.Knoll, Michael Knoll and a brother-in-law: John Kaesik. Friends will be received from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 8, 2015, at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Freeburg with a prayer service at 1:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 9, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Family Catholic Church with Father James officiating. Interment, with full military honors, will follow in the Holy Family Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Family Catholic School, National Kidney Foundation or Disabled American Veterans (DAV). Arrangements are under the direction of HILKE-MILLARD Funeral Home, 101 Linn Street, Westphalia, Missouri 65085 (573) 455-2424. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.millardfamilychapels.com