Mr. Erwin L. Milne, age 66 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Adams Street Place surrounded by his family. Visitation will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, Mo. 65101 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2016. A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2016, at the First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Daniel Hilty officiating. Erwin's complete obituary will be published in Sunday's News Tribune and will be posted to the funeral home website Saturday morning. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Evelyn Gerke, 81, of Tipton, Mo., passed away Friday, February 12, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City on the same day that her husband, Emil Gerke, died in 2012. She was born August 18, 1934, to Joseph and Lela Winebrenner Koechner. On September 21, 1954, she was married to Emil Gerke. Over the course of her working life, she was employed at the Tipton Pants Factory, Stride Rite, Fasco and retired from the Department of Corrections. She and Emil also owned and operated Emil's Station and CafÈ from 1975-1981. She was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church and the Altar Society. She was also known for her homemade peanut brittle and her chocolate chip cookies, which were the best around. Evelyn is survived by: her children, Darlene (Ronnie) Long, and Anita (Donnie) Bracht both of Tipton, Bruce (Becky) Gerke of Houstonia and Wayne Gerke of Aurora, Colo.; 10 grandchildren Jennifer (Michael) Schmidt, Amanda Long, Aaron (Katie) Long, Amy Griffin, Donna Bracht, Don Bracht Jr., Chris (Stephanie) Bracht, Terry Gerke, Anne-Marie Gerke and Noah Gerke; and nine great-grandchildren. Other survivors include brothers, Norbert Koechner, Stilwell, Kan., Virgil Koechner, Tipton and Jim Koechner, O'Fallon, Mo.; and sister, Della Mallen, Plattsburg, Mo. She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Leo, Melvin and Cecil Koechner; and sister, Annetta Koechner. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, February 14, 2016 at Meisenheimer Funeral Home in Tipton. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 15, 2016, at St. Andrews Catholic Church with Father Fred Elskamp officiating. Burial will follow in St. Andrew's Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to St. Andrew Church or to the Sisters of Divine Providence. Online condolences can be left at www.meisenheimerfuneralhomes.com

Madolyn Rose Courter, 80, of Jefferson City, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia, Mo. She was born August 20, 1935, in Mt. Moriah, Missouri, a daughter of the late Roscoe Ward and Nettie Mae (Green) Craig. She graduated from high school in Bethany, Missouri, and went on to attend Northwest Missouri State in Maryville, Missouri. On December 26, 1952, Madolyn was united in marriage in Bethany, Missouri, to Dr. Larry P. Courter, who preceded her in death on December 18, 2012. Madolyn was a homemaker, and was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman, Missouri. She was also founder and president of Vaseline Glass Collectors Club. She enjoyed cooking, ceramics, genealogy, traveling, and making stained glass. Madolyn is survived by two daughters: Paula Courter DeMoss of Stanwood, Wash., and Pam Jordan of Jefferson City, Mo.; one son: Kevin Courter of Fort Collins, Colo.; and two grandchildren: Brandon Jordan of Jefferson City, Mo. and Graysen Courter of Fort Collins, Colo. She was also preceded in death by a sister: Gladys Elizabeth Hogan. Friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, February 15, 2016, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman. Funeral Services will follow at 6:00 p.m., Monday, February 15, 2016, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman, with Pastor Cynthia Schnaath officiating. Interment will be private for the family at St. Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047. 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

Orville Stark, 94, of Eldon, Missouri, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016, at Harry S. Truman Veteran's Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. He was born September 4, 1921, in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of the late Thomas Orville and Ida Olivia (Vernon) Stark. On May 3, 1942, in Eldon, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Erma (Wry) Stark who preceded him in death on October 24, 1993. On July 15, 1995, in Eldon, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Mildred (Wilkerson) Stark who survives of the home. Orville was a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II as a medical technician. He was employed as a railroad conductor with the Rock Island Railroad for many years. Orville was a member of the Aurora Springs Baptist Church of Eldon, Mo., where he served as a deacon. Other survivors include his children, Vicki Robb and husband Ken of Weatherford, Texas, Dana Burkle and husband Frank of Eldon, Mo., Crystal Sanning and husband Sam of Eldon, Mo., Bill Stark and wife Barbara of Eldon, Mo., David Stark and wife Vickie of Eldon, Mo.; stepson, Randy Wilkerson and wife Jeanette of Lohman, Mo.; 15 grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren; sisters, Mary Simpson of Nevada, Evelyn (Renken) Geyer and husband Bill of Texas, Becky (Martin) Baughman and husband Rudy of Jefferson City, Mo. A sister and a brother preceded him in death. Celebration of Life will be Monday, February 15, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. also at Aurora Springs Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Greenmore Memorial Gardens in Barnett, Mo. with full military honors provided. Memorials in his name are suggested to the Aurora Springs Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, Mo.

Madolyn Rose Courter, 80, of Jefferson City, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia, Mo. She was born August 20, 1935, in Mt. Moriah, Missouri, a daughter of the late Roscoe Ward and Nettie Mae (Green) Craig. She graduated from high school in Bethany, Missouri, and went on to attend Northwest Missouri State in Maryville, Missouri. On December 26, 1952, Madolyn was united in marriage in Bethany, Missouri, to Dr. Larry P. Courter, who preceded her in death on December 18, 2012. Madolyn was a homemaker, and was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman, Missouri. She was also founder and president of Vaseline Glass Collectors Club. She enjoyed cooking, ceramics, genealogy, traveling, and making stained glass. Madolyn is survived by two daughters: Paula Courter DeMoss of Stanwood, Wash., and Pam Jordan of Jefferson City, Mo.; one son: Kevin Courter of Fort Collins, Colo.; and two grandchildren: Brandon Jordan of Jefferson City, Mo. and Graysen Courter of Fort Collins, Colo. She was also preceded in death by a sister: Gladys Elizabeth Hogan. Friends will be received from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, February 15, 2016, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman. Funeral Services will follow at 6:00 p.m., Monday, February 15, 2016, at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Lohman, with Pastor Cynthia Schnaath officiating. Interment will be private for the family at St. Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047. 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

Derman Monroe Shannon, 64, of Katy, Texas, passed peacefully on Tuesday, February 2, 2016, at his home. Derman was a dearly loved husband of Angela; loving dad of Vicky, Tiffany, Keelyn and Kirsten; step-dad to Lee and Rod; father-in-law of Kenny; proud grandpa of James, Jordan, Nyle and Eli. Services will be held on Friday, February 19, 2016, at 1:00 p.m., at Faith Church located at 6007 Queenston Blvd., Houston, Texas 77084. Donations (if desired) are asked to be made to Houston Hospice at www.houstonhospice.org in memory of Derman Shannon. Arrangements are under the direction of Neptune Society Funeral Home Houston, Texas.

Richard Hulsey, 50, of Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2016, at SSM Healthcare-St. Mary's in Jefferson City. Arrangements are pending and under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, Missouri 65109 (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com

Erwin Lance Milne, age 66 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Adams Street Place, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis and Diabetes. He was a warrior to the very end. He was born on October 7, 1949, in St. Joseph, Mo., the son of Billy Maurice and Irene Virginia (Anderson) Milne. He was married on April 2, 1983, in Jefferson City, Mo., to Jennifer Czarlinsky. A resident of the central Missouri area for the majority of his life, Erwin was a 1967 graduate of South Holt High School in Oregon, Mo. He graduated from the University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri, receiving a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics in 1971 and later received his Juris Doctorate (also from the University of Missouri in Columbia) in 1974. While at the University of Missouri, he was a member of Alpha Zeta and Gamma Sigma Delta Scholastic Honorary Fraternities, and was named to the University's Who's Who in 1971. Erwin was appointed to the Missouri Bar Association on September 7, 1974. In September of 1974, he also began practicing law in the law firm of Stockard, Andereck, Hauck, Pickett, and Sharp, based in Trenton, Missouri. In 1980, he became a partner in the law firm and moved from Trenton to Jefferson City, eventually becoming the senior partner of the Andereck, Evans & Milne Law Firm, which is located in the historic Marmaduke House on East Capitol Street. Because of his ill health, he retired from the firm in 2009, and remained of counsel. Erwin was active within his profession and was a member and officer in the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association as well as the Cole County Bar Association. Erwin loved the law. He always claimed that being an attorney was one of the very few careers in which you get paid to argue, and he enjoyed the competition of matching wits to achieve justice. Erwin had a strong faith and was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where he was a longtime usher, served on many boards and committees, sang in the choir, taught Sunday school, worked in the food pantry, and drove the van for many years, often taking flowers and small "tokens" to his "ladies." He received the training for and became a Stephen's Minister and was honored by and grateful for the opportunity. Erwin truly lived his life giving to others and was an inspiration to all who knew him. He was extremely proud to obtain the rank of Eagle Scout when he was younger and was involved with the Boys Scouts his entire life. He was honored to be able to attend and participate in the World Jamboree in 1967. As an adult, he volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America, Great Rivers Council and participated in the Boy Scout Lewis and Clark Camporee in 2004. Erwin was an avid outdoorsman and hunter who found great beauty and contentment in nature. His fondest memories were deer hunting with his father, brother, nephew, and eventually his daughter at the family farm in Oregon, Missouri. In later years, he spent many happy days hunting on the farm of his dear friends, Becky and Bill Ambrose. Erwin was also an accomplished athlete who enjoyed playing in a softball league every summer and on various basketball teams throughout the year. Erwin was, quite possibly, one of the Missouri Tigers' greatest fans. His home, his law office, and even his room in the nursing home were all adorned with Missouri Tiger memorabilia that he had collected throughout his life. In his seven years at Missouri University in Columbia, he only missed one game---in football or basketball. He truly breathed black and gold. Survivors include his loving wife of 32 years, Jennifer Milne; three daughters: Betsy Dudenhoeffer of Kansas City, Mo., Jordan Milne and her partner Dave Faron of Columbia, Mo., and Brendan Milne of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Arlen Milne and his wife Diana of Kansas City, Mo.; one sister, Charla Cathcart and her husband Jimmy of Kansas City, Mo.; and six grandchildren, Hayden Miller, Jackson Dudenhoeffer, Benjamin Dudenhoeffer, Bruno Puleo, Sophia Fine, and Henry Fine. A seventh grandchild is expected in July. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Cal Fine, on July 29, 2010. Visitation will held at the First United Methodist Church from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2016. A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 15, 2016, at the First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Daniel Hilty officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the First United Methodist Church, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, Mo. 65101. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com

Thomas A. "Bud" Helton, 55, of Ballwin, Mo., passed away peacefully on Ash Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Gardenview Care Center surrounded by his children after a battle with hemochromotosis. He was born April 20, 1960, in St. Louis, Mo. He was the son of Sam Helton and the late Ruthann "Sandy" Helton. He is predeceased by his brother and best friend, Keith Helton. Bud attended McCluer High School in Florissant, Mo. and served briefly in the U.S. Air Force. He attended St. Louis Community College and worked in the IT industry for many years. He married Diane Wolken Helton on September 10, 1988, at Corpus Christi Parish in Jennings, Mo. They were later divorced in 2004. His most recent job was as a Field Technician for National Cine Media. In his spare time, he enjoyed building computers, playing video games, eating junk food and watching TV (especially sci-fi and zombie shows). His kids fondly refer to Wednesday as "Chinese Food Night" and Friday as "Faraci's and sci-fi Night". Bud is survived by his two children, Elizabeth and Alexander of Ballwin; his ex-wife, Diane Helton of Ballwin; two remaining brothers, Frank and Sam of O'Fallon, Mo.; his aunt, Denise Sellers of Joplin; his mother-in-law, Rosemary Wolken Bishop of Centertown, Mo.; his two brothers-in-law, Charles (Karen) Wolken of Leavenworth, Kan. and Gene (Maria) Wolken of Raytown, Mo.; nieces, nephews and many cousins. He is also survived by his pet cockatiel, Roger as well as dogs, Sophie and Theo. Buds family is hosting an open house on Saturday, February 20, 2016, from 2-6 p.m. at the Schrader Family Center to celebrate his life. Feel free to bring food, spirit, smiles and stories in his remembrance. Memorials may be made in his memory to the Wild Bird Sanctuary or Friends of the St. Louis University Liver Center.

Tracy Glidewell, 58, of Columbia, Mo., passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at University Hospital, after a life full of laughter and a hard-fought battle against renal failure. She was surrounded by her loving family. Tracy was a free spirit who never met a stranger, with an easy smile and an infectious laugh. Tracy was born into a family of girls in Jefferson City, Mo., on February 13, 1957, the daughter of Mel-Ray Motors owners, Ray and Marjorie (Gibson) Bishop. After giving the phrase "wild child" a whole new meaning as a teen, she met the love of her life, Rod Glidewell, and the two were married on a hot and sunny August 31, 1980. Tracy and Rod spent the next 36 years loving each other, loving family, traveling, and building Glidewell Construction, always together. She was known for her loving ways and fun-loving attitude, and for the ability to laugh in any situation, whether she was enjoying a beautiful day at the lake or cooped up in a hospital room. She enjoyed gardening, her dogs, cooking and spending time at her lake cabin. Tracy will always be lovingly remembered by Rod, as well as her three sisters, Cindi (Mark) Johnson of Holts Summit, Mo., Kristy (Donny) McGonigal of Holts Summit, Mo. and Julie (Chris) Bishop-Cross of St. Louis, Mo.; her niece, Michelle Thorpe and numerous other nieces and nephews; and Rod's mother, six brothers, and their families. She was also preceded in death by one son, Cory Glidewell; a sister, Kelli Ann Bishop; both of her parents; and her father-in-law, Dale Glidewell. Visitation will be held at Memorial Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 16 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Jefferson City, Mo. Family and friends are invited for one last party at 2:00 p.m. at Capitol Event Center, 623 Ohio Street in Jefferson City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cedar Creek Therapeutic Riding Center, 4895 E. Hwy. 163, Columbia, MO 65201. Online tributes may be left at www.memorialfuneralhomeandcemetery.com.

Timothy "Tim" Dewayne Rubel, 36, of Lawton, Oklahoma, formerly of Linn, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at St. Anthony's Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born October 12, 1979, in Jefferson City, Missouri, a son of Timothy and Debbie (Pritchett) Rubel. He was a 1998 graduate of Linn High School in Linn, Missouri. On December 26, 2003, Tim was united in marriage in New Bloomfield, Missouri, to Rebecca Jordan, who survives at their home. Tim was in the United States Army Reserves from 2001 - 2006, and was also a veteran of the United States Army from 2004 - 2005, where he served in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He also worked for Metal Products Inc. in Jefferson City, Missouri. Tim enjoyed weapons, shooting, fishing, wrestling, and woodworking. Most of all he loved spending time with his family, especially his three children that he loved and adored. Along with his wife, Tim is also survived by three children: Jacob Rubel, Krista Rubel, and Robbin Rubel, all of the home; his parents: Timothy and Debbie Rubel of Linn, Mo.; and a sister: Tina Griffith of Loose Creek, Mo. Friends will be received from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home in Jefferson City. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home, with Rev. Jim Shaver officiating. Interment and Full Military Honors will follow in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Tim Rubel Children's Educational Fund. 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.comTimothy Dewayne Rubel, 36, of Lawton, Okla., formerly of Missouri, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at Southwest Hospital in Oklahoma City, Okla. Arrangements are Pending and 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

James L. Ferguson, age 74, of Versailles, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City. He was born September 20, 1941, a son of Edward Lee and Arlene (Bonine) Ferguson. Survivors include: his wife, Shirley; his mother, Arlene Ferguson; his siblings, Betty Metcalf and companion Carl, Wanda Ferguson, Rita Garrison and Robert E. Ferguson. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Monday, February 15, at the Versailles First Baptist Church Graveside services and interment will follow in the Versailles Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m., Monday, at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be left online at www.kidwellgarber.com.

Bernice Marie Schatzer, 96, of Jefferson City, died Monday, February 15, 2016, at Heisinger Bluffs. She was born on July 22, 1919, in Jamestown, Missouri, the daughter of the late Oscar Milton and Frances Maude Jahn Haldiman. She was married on July 13, 1943, in Jefferson City to Earl Albert Schatzer, who preceded her in death on October 28, 2007. A graduate of Jamestown High School, Mrs. Schatzer attended the former Warrensburg Teachers College. She was employed for many years as a secretary for the Missouri Department of Education. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Ladies Sodality, Sew-N-Sew Quilting Club, and was a Girl Scout leader in earlier years. She greatly enjoyed sewing, quilting, tatting, crocheting, and made many beautiful items with thread and material that she shared with her family as well as others. Survivors include five children: Jim (Linda) Schatzer, Hartsburg, Missouri; Jean (Carey) Bogg, Jefferson City; Norbert Lee (Jan) Schatzer, Springfield, Missouri; Barbara Schatzer, San Diego, California; and Jon Jay (Melissa) Schatzer, Alpharetta, Georgia;10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Haldiman, Nixa, Missouri; and one brother, Martin (Shirley) Haldiman, San Diego, California. She was preceded in death by one brother, Ted Haldiman; and two sisters, Nola Dischman and Dortha Ryland. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 19, 2016, at St. Peter Catholic Church with the Rev. Gregory C. Meystrik officiating. Burial will be in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 9:30-10:30 a.m., Friday, February 19, at the church. Memorials are suggested to St. Peter Catholic Church or St. Peter Catholic School, 216 Broadway Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; or Samaritan Center, 1310 East McCarty Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101. Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.

Helen Faye Hollis, age 89, of Dixon, died Thursday, February 18, 2016, in the Maries Manor Care Center, Vienna. She was born January 30, 1927, a daughter of Robert Edward and Sarah Olive (Creech) Hollis. Survivors include: one brother, Floyd Hollis; one sister, Sadie E. Rowden; and 11 nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Saturday, February 20, 2016, with a funeral service following at 11 a.m., all at the Long-Kloeppel Funeral Chapel, Dixon. www.longkloeppelfuneralhomes.com

Marion E. Kensinger, age 84, of Versailles, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at the Good Shepherd Care Center in Versailles. Marion is survived by her children, Norton Davison of Alton, Ill., Jodi Davison Madole of Versailles, and Jonathan Davison of Atlanta, Ga.; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Pat Derr of Maysville; brother, Larry Worthey of Glen Carbon, Ill. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 19, at Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles. Graveside services and interment will follow in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery near Eldon. The family will receive friends 10-10:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. www.kidwellgarber.com

Lillian J. Johnson, 90, of Hermann, formerly of Morrison, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016, at Frene Valley of Hermann Stonebridge. Lillian was born in Tebbetts, Mo., on December 1, 1925, a daughter of the late Fred and Mamie (Seifert) Edler. She was united in marriage to William F. Leimkuehler on June 9, 1945. They were married at Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schambron's home in Morrison, Mo. William preceded her in death by November 14, 1957. She was later married to Frank A. Johnson. They were married on October 10, 1959, at St. James U.C.C., Morrison, by Rev. Robert W. Fricke. Frank also preceded her in death on September 4, 1984. Lillian was a member of St. James United Church of Christ, Morrison, where she was also a member of the Ladies Fellowship. She was a very devoted Christian. Lillian was a great homemaker. She was a wonderful, loving and caring mother and grandmother with a delightful personality, who treasured spending time with family and friends. She always wanted to do for others, over doing things for herself. Lillian was an excellent cook, who enjoyed baking wedding cakes in her younger years, having a beautiful yard, playing cards, traveling and feeding birds and wildlife. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her. Lillian is survived by: one son, Donnell Leimkuehler and wife, Caron of Holts Summit, Mo.; a step-son, Kenneth Johnson and wife, Betty Ann of Chesterfield, Mo.; a step-daughter, Beverly Thiele and husband, Ed of Ellisville, Mo; a sister Darlene Owensby of Gasconade, Mo.; two sisters-in-law, Marian Leimkuehler Behr of Hillsboro, Mo. and Betty Johnson Bruns of Hermann, Mo.; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and by nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by: her parents; her first husband, William F. Leimkuehler; her second husband, Frank A. Johnson; two sisters, Laverne Stahlman and Diana Edler; and by a nephew, Melvin Stahlman. Visitation will be Friday, February 19, 2016, from 4:00-8:00 p.m., at Toedtmann-Grosse Funeral Home, Hermann. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m., at St. James United Church of Christ, Morrison, Mo., with Pastor Ron Stair and Pastor Barb Zastrow officiating. Burial will be at Good Hope Cemetery, Morrison. Memorials may be given to Good Hope Cemetery. C/O Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home.

Judy "Bomber" Griffin, 74, of Jefferson City, passed away peacefully with her three daughters by her side on Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Capital Region Medical Center after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born May 31, 1941, in Poplar Bluff, Mo., the daughter of the late Arnold William and Emma Gertrude (Hope) Eilers. On February 10, 1990, Judy was united in marriage in Doniphan, Mo., to Clifford Clay Griffin, who preceded her in death on February 7, 2012. Judy retired in 2012, from the Missouri Department of Social Services, Medicaid/Medicare Unit as a Correspondence and Information Specialist. Judy was a woman of many talents. There was nothing she couldn't cook or sew and thoroughly enjoyed doing it. It gave her great pleasure to do for others. Judy also enjoyed spending time with her friends, including karaoke night at the American Legion and girls night out. Her greatest joy of all was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Judy is survived by: three daughters, Kristi (Terry) Klamet of Russellville, Karen (Kevin) Jones of Holts Summit and Jana (Lance) Salmons of Jefferson City; eight grandchildren, Katie (Terrence) Johnson, Bailey (Cody) Higgins, Kourtney (Scott) Griggs, Kellin Jones, Logan Salmons, Lucas Salmons, Henry Salmons, Analyn Salmons; five great-grandchildren, Isaac Johnson, Kendric Johnson, Gwendolyn Johnson, Ethan Griggs, Wilson Higgins and baby boy Griggs due in June 2016; one brother, John (Hayes) Eilers of Slatyfork, W.V.; one sister, Karen (John) Rose of Mission Hills, Kan.; four nephews; and one niece. Judy did not want her passing to be mourned and did not want a funeral service. She has generously donated her body to science and asked that her family hold a Celebration of Life at a later date in warmer weather. The family hopes that if Judy touched your life in some way that it will always make you smile when thinking of her. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Lung Association. 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

William Thomas "Tom" Wisch, age 74, of Russellville, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016, at St. Joseph's Bluffs in Jefferson City. A full obituary will be in Saturday's paper. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Sunday, February 21, 2016, at the Russellville United Methodist Church. Family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, February 20, 2016 at the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Russellville United Methodist Church or When the Yellow Ribbon Fades Missouri's Joining Forces Non-Profit. Arrangements are under the care of the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville.

William Thomas "Tom" Wisch, age 74, of Russellville, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2016, at St. Joseph's Bluffs in Jefferson City. He was born May 11, 1941, in Jefferson City, a son of Andrew J. and Byna Ragain Wisch. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters Catholic Church in Jefferson City. Tom was a 1959 graduate of Helias High School in Jefferson City. He served his country in the United States Army in Germany, receiving his honorable discharge in December of 1966. On May 23, 1970, Tom was united in marriage to Virginia E. "Jane" Ehlert in the United Methodist Church in Rosebud. Jane survives at their home. Tom began his professional career as an accountant with the Missouri Department of Transportation. He transferred to the Division of Employment Security, before retiring from the Missouri Veterans Commission. He also owned Wisch Tax Service before his health failed him. Tom was a faithful member of the Russellville United Methodist Church for more than 35 years. He was instrumental in the construction of the new addition during the 1980ís, along with serving in various other capacities within the church. He had been active in the church choir for many years and when he was no longer able to physically attend services, continued to participate in Sunday school and church via Skype. He loved to travel, go boating, tinker with cars, spend time on his computer, dabble in photography, and was an accomplished carpenter, helping to build his current home. In spite of his gruff exterior, Tom had a heart of gold; he would do anything for his friends and loved spending time with his family. In addition to his wife of 45 years, he is survived by two brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert J. and Karen Wisch and James B. and Susie Wisch, all of Jefferson City; two brothers-in-law, Bryan Berry of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania and Roderick Bruns and wife Trudy of Jefferson City; their "adopted family", Katherine Kral, Stephen Kral, Elizabeth Hoffman, and Gabrielle Branstetter and their families; several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Mary D. Berry and Patricia A. Bruns. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m., Sunday, February 21, at the Russellville United Methodist Church with Pastor Royal Speidel officiating. Military honors will be rendered immediately following the service at the church. The family will receive friends from 4:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday, February 20, at the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Russellville United Methodist Church or When the Yellow Ribbon Fades Missouri's Joining Forces non-profit. Arrangements are under the care of the Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville. www.scrivner-morrow.com

Travis Connell, 43, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away on Friday, February 19, 2016, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics. Services are pending at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Bowlin-Cantriel Funeral Services in California, Mo.