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Introduction to Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home
Located in the heart of Trenton, Missouri, Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home has been providing compassionate and professional funeral services to the local community for years. With a long history of serving families in their time of need, this funeral home has established itself as a trusted and reliable choice for those seeking to honor the memory of their loved ones.
A History of Excellence
Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home has a rich history that dates back many years. Founded on a commitment to excellence and a passion for serving others, this funeral home has built a reputation for providing exceptional care and support to families during some of the most difficult times of their lives. From traditional funeral services to cremations and memorial ceremonies, the team at Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home is dedicated to helping families create meaningful and personalized tributes to their loved ones.
Whitaker-Eads Funeral Home
Address: 412 E 9th Street, Trenton, MO, 64684
Phone Number: 1-660-359-3954
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Edith Eulilia Little - June 17, 1930 - February 28, 2019
Departed: 02/28/2019 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Edith Little, an 88 year old Trenton, MO resident, passed away at 4:58 a.m., Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Wright Memorial Hospital of Trenton. Memorial services are scheduled for 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at the Tenth St. Baptist Church of Trenton. Inurnment will follow in Pilot Grove #1 Cemetery near Gilman City. Memorial donations are suggested to the Church Women’s United Thrift Shop and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Edith Eulilia Little was born June 17, 1930 in Harrison County to John and Chlora (Gleason) Hudson. She graduated from Gilman City High School. On December 25, 1954 she was united in marriage to John Little. Edith lived all of her life in Grundy and Harrison Counties. She enjoyed volunteering at the Church Women’s United Thrift Store and helping with activities at Sunnyview Nursing Home. She was a member of the Tenth Street Baptist Church. Surviving relatives include her children Nancy Vu and significant other, James Naugles of Sedalia, MO, Naomi Leach and husband Larry of Kansas City, MO, Martin Little and wife Kim of Trenton, Beth Weston and husband Jeff of Raytown, MO and David Little and wife Carla of Trenton, MO, brothers Bob Hudson of Springfield, MO and Bernard Hudson, a sister Linda Ishmael of Bethany, MO, 18 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren. Those preceding her in death include her parents, husband, a sister Nola Jean Shirley, brothers Russell, Ray, Randall, and Frank Hudson, and a grandson Jason.
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Charlene F. Lee - July 02, 1959 - December 11, 2018
Departed: 12/11/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Charlene F. Lee, 59, a resident of Trenton, MO. died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 11, 2018 at her residence.The body was to be cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. A memorial service will be held later in Kellerton, Iowa at the Kellerton Family Worship Center on December 22, 2018 at 2:00 pm.Mrs. Lee was born July 2, 1959 in Portland, Oregon the daughter of William Junior and Jessie B. Akers Richman. She attended Grand Valley High School, Kellerton, Iowa, and later she went on to graduated from Southwest Community College, Creston, Iowa with a Registered Nursing degree. At the time of her death she was employed at Morning Side Center, Chillicothe, MO. Her Career path included Creston Nursing and Rehab Center, Greater Regional Medical Center, Creston Home Health, Greenfield Hospital, Nurses on Call, Hospice services, Fluer Heights Care Center, Sunnyview, Eastview and ending her career at Morning side. She had a heart of gold and touch everyone’s lives that she came in contact with. Her grandchildren were the center of her universe and she made a huge impact on them all, including all adopted families, of which there were many.She was a member of Family Worship Center, Kellerton, IowaOn Sept. 17, 1977 she was married to Patrick E. Monaghan in Kellerton at the Methodist Church. On Oct. 31, 2008 her first husband Patrick passed away.Then on Oct. 16, 2010 she was married to Willis R. Lee in Kellerton at the Assembly of God Church surrounded by their family and friends.Her survivors include her husband Willis, Two daughters Nicole Carney, (Ron) of Des Moines, Jamie Holmes, (Chad) of Kellerton. Two step-sons Jeremy Lee, (Breanna) of Knoxville, Justin Lee, (Sarah) of Meadville, MO. Eight grandchildren; Tristan, Darrian, Kaidan Holmes, Morgan (Carney), Shealyn, Scout, Rhianna, and Chaddlan Supinger. Seven step-grandchildren; Preston, Blake, Abby, Landon, Kimber, Dominic and Connor Lee. Five sisters Jeri Fitzgerald, (John), Elma, Iowa, Marlene Tull, (Dale), Mount Ayr, Iowa, Arlene Worthington, (Bob), Mount Ayr, Iowa, Melinda Richman and Carolyn Holton both of Osceola, Iowa. Two brothers Gene Richman, (Karen), Grundy Center, Iowa, and David W. Richman, (Pauline), Creston, Iowa. One sister-in-law Katie Still, (Ronche), Mount Ayr, Iowa. One brother-in-law Mike Monaghan, Des Moines, Iowa.She was Preceded in death by her first husband (Patrick E Monaghan), parents (Bill and Jesse Richman), one sister (Cheryl Curtis), her mother and father in law (Ruth and Robert Monaghan) and two brother in-laws (Casey and Kelly Monaghan).Mrs. Charlene F. Lee, 59, a resident of Trenton, MO. died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 11, 2018 at her residence.The body was to be cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. A memorial service will be held later in Kellerton, Iowa at the Kellerton Family Worship Center on December 22, 2018 at 2:00 pm.Mrs. Lee was born July 2, 1959 in Portland, Oregon the daughter of William Junior and Jessie B. Akers Richman. She attended Grand Valley High School, Kellerton, Iowa, and later she went on to graduated from Southwest Community College, Creston, Iowa with a Registered Nursing degree. At the time of her death she was employed at Morning Side Center, Chillicothe, MO. Her Career path included Creston Nursing and Rehab Center, Greater Regional Medical Center, Creston Home Health, Greenfield Hospital, Nurses on Call, Hospice services, Fluer Heights Care Center, Sunnyview, Eastview and ending her career at Morning side. She had a heart of gold and touch everyone’s lives that she came in contact with. Her grandchildren were the center of her universe and she made a huge impact on them all, including all adopted families, of which there were many. She was a member of Family Worship Center, Kellerton, IowaOn Sept. 17, 1977 she was married to Patrick E. Monaghan in Kellerton at the Methodist Church. On Oct. 31, 2008 her first husband Patrick passed away.Then on Oct. 16, 2010 she was married to Willis R. Lee in Kellerton at the Assembly of God Church surrounded by their family and friends.Her survivors include her husband Willis, Two daughters Nicole Carney, (Ron) of Des Moines, Jamie Holmes, (Chad) of Kellerton. Two step-sons Jeremy Lee, (Breanna) of Knoxville, Justin Lee, (Sarah) of Meadville, MO. Eight grandchildren; Tristan, Darrian, Kaidan Holmes, Morgan (Carney), Shealyn, Scout, Rhianna, and Chaddlan Supinger. Seven step-grandchildren; Preston, Blake, Abby, Landon, Kimber, Dominic and Connor Lee. Five sisters Jeri Fitzgerald, (John), Elma, Iowa, Marlene Tull, (Dale), Mount Ayr, Iowa, Arlene Worthington, (Bob), Mount Ayr, Iowa, Melinda Richman and Carolyn Holton both of Osceola, Iowa. Two brothers Gene Richman, (Karen), Grundy Center, Iowa, and David W. Richman, (Pauline), Creston, Iowa. One sister-in-law Katie Still, (Ronche), Mount Ayr, Iowa. One brother-in-law Mike Monaghan, Des Moines, Iowa.She was Preceded in death by her first husband (Patrick E Monaghan), parents (Bill and Jesse Richman), one sister (Cheryl Curtis), her mother and father in law (Ruth and Robert Monaghan) and two brother in-laws (Casey and Kelly Monaghan).
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John E. Mathews - May 03, 1935 - December 02, 2018
Departed: 12/02/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. John E. Mathews 83, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Sunday morning, Dec. 2, 2018 at his home in Princeton.Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Ravanna Baptist Church, Ravannna, Mo. with Bro. John Edwards officiating. Burial will be in Ravanna Cemetery.Family visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: Ravanna Cemetery and may be left at Slater Funeral Home.John E. Mathews was born May 3, 1935 in Bethany, MO. the son of Alvin Francis and Clara Belle Owens Mathews. He graduated from Bethany High School. He was veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U.S. Army and was also a retired dairy farmer.He was a member of the Ravanna Baptist Church east of Princeton.On Nov. 10, 1957 he was married to Janice Rae Turk at Oseola, Iowa. She preceded him in death on Sept. 14, 2002.His survivors include three daughters Debbie Clark, Diana Hernandez and husband Paul Torisello, and Darla Mathews all of Princeton. Three sons David Mathews and wife Betty and Danny Mathews and wife Tina all of Trenton, and Doug Mathews and wife Crystal of Princeton. Twenty-two Grandchildren and Thirty-nine Great Grandchildren. One sister Mary Street of Bethany.He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Leslie Ann Blin and one brother Alvin James Mathews.Mr. John E. Mathews 83, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Sunday morning, Dec. 2, 2018 at his home in Princeton.Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Ravanna Baptist Church, Ravannna, Mo. with Bro. John Edwards officiating. Burial will be in Ravanna Cemetery.Family visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: Ravanna Cemetery and may be left at Slater Funeral Home.John E. Mathews was born May 3, 1935 in Bethany, MO. the son of Alvin Francis and Clara Belle Owens Mathews. He graduated from Bethany High School. He was veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U.S. Army and was also a retired dairy farmer.He was a member of the Ravanna Baptist Church east of Princeton.On Nov. 10, 1957 he was married to Janice Rae Turk at Oseola, Iowa. She preceded him in death on Sept. 14, 2002.His survivors include three daughters Debbie Clark, Diana Hernandez and husband Paul Torisello, and Darla Mathews all of Princeton. Three sons David Mathews and wife Betty and Danny Mathews and wife Tina all of Trenton, and Doug Mathews and wife Crystal of Princeton. Twenty-two Grandchildren and Thirty-nine Great Grandchildren. One sister Mary Street of Bethany.He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister Leslie Ann Blin and one brother Alvin James Mathews.
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Anna Lou Garrison - June 07, 1947 - December 01, 2018
Departed: 12/01/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Anna L. Garrison 71, a resident of Humphreys, MO. died Saturday Morning, Dec. 1, 2018 at Sunnyview Nursing Home, Trenton.The body was cremated under the direction Slater Funeral Home, Trenton..The family will receive friends Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. at the Humphreys Community Center, Humphreys, MO.Mrs. Anna L. Garrison was born June 7, 1947 at Trenton the daughter of Raymond and Goldie Burkeybile Snidow. Attended Trenton Schools. Before retiring she was employed at Conagra at Milan.She loved to bake, cook, make homemade noodles, loved spring time, her favorite flower was red rose, had a great sense of humor and especially love all of her family.On May 7, 1971 she was married to John P. Garrison at Trenton.Her survivors include her husband John of the home. Two daughters Shelly Milner and husband Tim and Kelly Hines and husband James all of Trenton. Five grandchildren Tiffany Norman, Molly Norman, Angela Woodley and husband Junior, Eric Hines, and Logan Garrison. Three great grandchildren Chase Whitson, Izabella Woodley and Emery Cornelison.She was preceded in death by her parents, one infant half sister, one infant half brother, one son Phillip Garrison, and one grandson Joshua Garrison.
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Ricky C. Crawford - February 25, 1959 - November 25, 2018
Departed: 11/25/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Ricky C. Crawford 59, a resident of Chillicothe, MO. died Sunday night, Nov. 25, 2018 at St. Lukes On The Plaza, Kansas City, Mo.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: the funeral home to help with expenses.Mr. Crawford was born Feb. 25, 1959 in Trenton the son of Richard and Judith Welch Crawford.He graduated from Trenton High School.He served in the U.S. Navy.On Nov. 22, 1980 he was married to Cheryl Lynn Powers at San Diego, Calif.His survivors include his wife Cheryl of the home. Two daughters Tiffany Crawford and Jennifer Hessenflow and husband Benjamin all of Chillicothe. One son Zachery Crawford of Chillicothe. His mother and step-father Judy and Bob Dreier of Clinton, MO. Five grandchildren Dezeray Crawford, Carly Minard, Emily Minard, Nick Hessenflow, and Alexis Hessenflow.He was preceded in death by his father Richard Crawford, one brother Larry Crawford, and one sister Chery Crawford.Mr. Ricky C. Crawford 59, a resident of Chillicothe, MO. died Sunday night, Nov. 25, 2018 at St. Lukes On The Plaza, Kansas City, Mo.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: the funeral home to help with expenses.Mr. Crawford was born Feb. 25, 1959 in Trenton the son of Richard and Judith Welch Crawford.He graduated from Trenton High School.He served in the U.S. Navy.On Nov. 22, 1980 he was married to Cheryl Lynn Powers at San Diego, Calif.His survivors include his wife Cheryl of the home. Two daughters Tiffany Crawford and Jennifer Hessenflow and husband Benjamin all of Chillicothe. One son Zachery Crawford of Chillicothe. His mother and step-father Judy and Bob Dreier of Clinton, MO. Five grandchildren Dezeray Crawford, Carly Minard, Emily Minard, Nick Hessenflow, and Alexis Hessenflow.He was preceded in death by his father Richard Crawford, one brother Larry Crawford, and one sister Chery Crawford.
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Mary D. Porter - January 17, 1944 - November 25, 2018
Departed: 11/25/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Mary D. Porter 74, a resident of Trenton, Mo. died Sunday evening, Nov. 25, 2018 at St. Lukes On The Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton with Rev. Ron Ratliff officiating. Burial will be in Shelburne Cemetery Southwest of Trenton.Family visitation will be held Thursday from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home.Memorials To: Serve Link and may be left the funeral home.Mrs. Mary D. Porter was born Jan. 17, 1944 at Leona, Kansas the daughter of Lyda M. Elliott Barker. She attended Laredo, MO. School and graduated from Trenton High School.She was a member of The First Christian Church, Trenton.On March 28, 1964 she was married at Trenton to Verl G. Porter. He preceded her in death on Aug. 26, 2002.Her survivors include one daughter Cheri Ward and husband Bill, Jamesport, Mo., One son Larry Porter and Wife Shelly, Trenton. Four grandchildren and one great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her mother.Mrs. Mary D. Porter 74, a resident of Trenton, Mo. died Sunday evening, Nov. 25, 2018 at St. Lukes On The Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton with Rev. Ron Ratliff officiating. Burial will be in Shelburne Cemetery Southwest of Trenton.Family visitation will be held Thursday from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home.Memorials To: Serve Link and may be left the funeral home.Mrs. Mary D. Porter was born Jan. 17, 1944 at Leona, Kansas the daughter of Lyda M. Elliott Barker. She attended Laredo, MO. School and graduated from Trenton High School.She was a member of The First Christian Church, Trenton.On March 28, 1964 she was married at Trenton to Verl G. Porter. He preceded her in death on Aug. 26, 2002.Her survivors include one daughter Cheri Ward and husband Bill, Jamesport, Mo., One son Larry Porter and Wife Shelly, Trenton. Four grandchildren and one great grandchild.She was preceded in death by her mother.
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Bob Wimer - March 13, 1933 - November 07, 2018
Departed: 11/07/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Bob Wimer, 85 years old, died November 7, 2018 at his home in Trenton after being on Hospice for some time. He was born in Trenton on March 13, 1933 to William Alfred and Grace Cox Wimer in the old log Riverside Country Club where his father was the greens keeper.He was married to the former Betty Raney of Humphreys on August 23, 1953 when he was on leave from boot camp at Ft. Sill, OK. Following their marriage he was deployed to the Republic of Panama for jungle training in preparation for service in Korea. The conflict ended while he was in the Canal Zone where he finished his service in the tank company as a cook.He graduated from Trenton High School in 1951 and attended Trenton Junior College (now NCMC). In 1956 he began attending Skaer Barber College in Kansas City. Upon finishing his training , he worked for a time with Ardie Hall in his barber shop in Spickard. He barbered in Trenton and owned the Five Point Barber Shop where he retired in 1996 after 39 years behind the barber chair. He thoroughly enjoyed every person who came in his barber shop and was working on some third generation customers when he quit. He was a good listener and knew that what was told in the barber shop stayed in the barber shop.He was a 63 year member of the First Christian Church where he served on the building committee for the new church, was a deacon and a charter member of both the 50-50 and the Seekers Sunday School Classes. He was also a 63 year member of the Trenton American Legion Post.He enjoyed traveling and spent many winters in Florida. Some of his favorite memories were the times he shared at his cabin at Lake Wittona with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren. He loved electronics and spent hours working on his computer and stockpiling music of every genre and era. He was an expert leather-crafter. He was self-taught and learned to tool billfolds, belts and purses. He loved giving his billfolds to his teenage patrons when they graduated from high school.His survivors include his wife, four children: Rebecca Wimer-Pisano (Frank), Beverly Wimer, Elizabeth Wimer Bouzek (Terry) and Robert Wimer (Sonja), six grandchildren: Jared Bouzek (J’Lesa), Nicole Bouzek, Michael Pisano, Laramy Raymo, Ilana Raymo and Riley Raymo, two great granddaughters: Clair and Lauren Bouzek, one sister , Beverly Bunten (Gerry) and one brother, Roy Wimer (Phyllis), plus many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his special and loyal friend, Buddy the dog, who faithfully stuck by him to the end.Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister and brother-in-law, Lucille and Richard Watkins.There will be no visitation or services. The family is gathering at the Wimer home. Friends are welcome any time. The inurnment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery at a later time. Memorials may be given to The First Christian Church, Trenton, designated to the Christian camp fund or to Three Rivers Hospice in Cameron. They may be left at the Slater Funeral Home.Bob Wimer, 85 years old, died November 7, 2018 at his home in Trenton after being on Hospice for some time. He was born in Trenton on March 13, 1933 to William Alfred and Grace Cox Wimer in the old log Riverside Country Club where his father was the greens keeper.He was married to the former Betty Raney of Humphreys on August 23, 1953 when he was on leave from boot camp at Ft. Sill, OK. Following their marriage he was deployed to the Republic of Panama for jungle training in preparation for service in Korea. The conflict ended while he was in the Canal Zone where he finished his service in the tank company as a cook.He graduated from Trenton High School in 1951 and attended Trenton Junior College (now NCMC). In 1956 he began attending Skaer Barber College in Kansas City. Upon finishing his training , he worked for a time with Ardie Hall in his barber shop in Spickard. He barbered in Trenton and owned the Five Point Barber Shop where he retired in 1996 after 39 years behind the barber chair. He thoroughly enjoyed every person who came in his barber shop and was working on some third generation customers when he quit. He was a good listener and knew that what was told in the barber shop stayed in the barber shop.He was a 63 year member of the First Christian Church where he served on the building committee for the new church, was a deacon and a charter member of both the 50-50 and the Seekers Sunday School Classes. He was also a 63 year member of the Trenton American Legion Post.He enjoyed traveling and spent many winters in Florida. Some of his favorite memories were the times he shared at his cabin at Lake Wittona with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren. He loved electronics and spent hours working on his computer and stockpiling music of every genre and era. He was an expert leather-crafter. He was self-taught and learned to tool billfolds, belts and purses. He loved giving his billfolds to his teenage patrons when they graduated from high school.His survivors include his wife, four children: Rebecca Wimer-Pisano (Frank), Beverly Wimer, Elizabeth Wimer Bouzek (Terry) and Robert Wimer (Sonja), six grandchildren: Jared Bouzek (J’Lesa), Nicole Bouzek, Michael Pisano, Laramy Raymo, Ilana Raymo and Riley Raymo, two great granddaughters: Clair and Lauren Bouzek, one sister , Beverly Bunten (Gerry) and one brother, Roy Wimer (Phyllis), plus many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his special and loyal friend, Buddy the dog, who faithfully stuck by him to the end.Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister and brother-in-law, Lucille and Richard Watkins.There will be no visitation or services. The family is gathering at the Wimer home. Friends are welcome any time. The inurnment will take place in the Maple Grove Cemetery at a later time. Memorials may be given to The First Christian Church, Trenton, designated to the Christian camp fund or to Three Rivers Hospice in Cameron. They may be left at the Slater Funeral Home.
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Dusty J. Wheeler - August 13, 1982 - October 10, 2018
Departed: 10/10/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Dusty J. Wheeler 36, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Wednesday morning Oct. 10, 2018 at St. Lukes On the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2018 at New Hope Baptist Church with Kenny Wilson Officiating. Burial will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday at Shaul Cemetery, Ottumwa, Iowa.Family visitation will be held Saturday at New Hope Baptist Church from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.Arrangements are under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton, MO.Memorials To: either Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or Green Hills Animal Shelter and may be left at Slater Funeral Home.Dusty J. Wheeler was born August 13, 1982 at Kirksville, MO. the son of Melvin and Kathy Clark Wheeler. He graduated from Grundy R-5 High School, Galt, MO. He then graduated from North Central Missouri College, Trenton with an Associates Degree. Then he attended Franklin University In Ohio graduating with a Bachelors Degree. He had recently become certified in medical transcription.He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, Princeton.On May 19, 2007 he was married to Sarah M. G. Pengelly at Galt, MO.His survivors include his wife Sarah of the home. Mother and Step-Father Kathy and Marion Tolle, Edinburg, Texas. His father Melvin Wheeler and his companion Nancy Bragg, Cario, MO. One sister Tisha Tolle and husband Marion of Lake Village, Indiana. One niece Rachelle Tolle and one nephew Austin Tolle both of Rosemount, Minn. Three Step-Sisters Marchele Jerome and husband Jim, Van Alstyne, Texas, Marcia Patridge and Jeff, Jefferson City, MO. and Marlisa Klinginsmith and Husband Kevin, Trenton. His beloved cats Big Britches, Blossom, Studley, and Callie.He was preceded in death by one brother Christopher Wheeler, one Nephew Malcolm Tolle, Grandparents Bob and Barbara Clark, Janet Wyatt, Max Wheeler, and Helen Tolle.Mr. Dusty J. Wheeler 36, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Wednesday morning Oct. 10, 2018 at St. Lukes On the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2018 at New Hope Baptist Church with Kenny Wilson Officiating. Burial will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday at Shaul Cemetery, Ottumwa, Iowa.Family visitation will be held Saturday at New Hope Baptist Church from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.Arrangements are under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton, MO.Memorials To: either Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or Green Hills Animal Shelter and may be left at Slater Funeral Home.Dusty J. Wheeler was born August 13, 1982 at Kirksville, MO. the son of Melvin and Kathy Clark Wheeler. He graduated from Grundy R-5 High School, Galt, MO. He then graduated from North Central Missouri College, Trenton with an Associates Degree. Then he attended Franklin University In Ohio graduating with a Bachelors Degree. He had recently become certified in medical transcription.He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, Princeton.On May 19, 2007 he was married to Sarah M. G. Pengelly at Galt, MO.His survivors include his wife Sarah of the home. Mother and Step-Father Kathy and Marion Tolle, Edinburg, Texas. His father Melvin Wheeler and his companion Nancy Bragg, Cario, MO. One sister Tisha Tolle and husband Marion of Lake Village, Indiana. One niece Rachelle Tolle and one nephew Austin Tolle both of Rosemount, Minn. Three Step-Sisters Marchele Jerome and husband Jim, Van Alstyne, Texas, Marcia Patridge and Jeff, Jefferson City, MO. and Marlisa Klinginsmith and Husband Kevin, Trenton. His beloved cats Big Britches, Blossom, Studley, and Callie.He was preceded in death by one brother Christopher Wheeler, one Nephew Malcolm Tolle, Grandparents Bob and Barbara Clark, Janet Wyatt, Max Wheeler, and Helen Tolle.
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Virgil L. Boyle - April 17, 1926 - October 07, 2018
Departed: 10/07/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Virgil L. Boyle 92, a resident of Trenton Died Sunday Morning Oct. 7, 2018 at Sunnyview Nursing Home, Trenton.Graveside services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at Shelburne Cemetery Southwest of Trenton with Rev. Steve Merrin officiating.The body is at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.There is no scheduled family visitation.Mr. Boyle was born April 17, 1926 at Hickory, MO. the son of Claude and Blanche Boyle. He a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. He was a dozer operator for the city of Trenton landfill, a cabinet maker and self-employed carpenter.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Lola May Boyle.Mr. Virgil L. Boyle 92, a resident of Trenton Died Sunday Morning Oct. 7, 2018 at Sunnyview Nursing Home, Trenton.Graveside services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at Shelburne Cemetery Southwest of Trenton with Rev. Steve Merrin officiating.The body is at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.There is no scheduled family visitation.Mr. Boyle was born April 17, 1926 at Hickory, MO. the son of Claude and Blanche Boyle. He a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. He was a dozer operator for the city of Trenton landfill, a cabinet maker and self-employed carpenter.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Lola May Boyle.
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Roger D. Wilson - October 06, 1948 - September 26, 2018
Departed: 09/26/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Roger D. Wilson 69, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 26, 2018 in Spickard, MO.The body was cremated under the direction of Slate Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial graveside services will be held Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at North Evans Cemetery east of Spickard with Rev. Richard Rogers officiating. Roger D. Wilson was born Oct. 6, 1948 in Spickard the son of Oral Everett and Violet Anderson Wilson. He graduated from Spickard High School. He was a long time employee of MFA at both Spickard and Trenton locations.On Feb. 14, 1980 he was married to Melinda J. Bryan at Princeton, Mo.His survivors include his wife Melinda of Trenton. Two Sons Justin Wilson, Columbia, Mo. and Bryan Speck and his wife Sarah of Shawnee, Kansas. Two granddaughters Gracyn and Katelyn Speck both of Shawnee. His Mother Violet Wilson of Spickard.He was preceded in death by his father, one brother Darrell Wilson, and one sister Twila Glidewell.Mr. Roger D. Wilson 69, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 26, 2018 in Spickard, MO.The body was cremated under the direction of Slate Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial graveside services will be held Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. at North Evans Cemetery east of Spickard with Rev. Richard Rogers officiating.Roger D. Wilson was born Oct. 6, 1948 in Spickard the son of Oral Everett and Violet Anderson Wilson. He graduated from Spickard High School. He was a long time employee of MFA at both Spickard and Trenton locations.On Feb. 14, 1980 he was married to Melinda J. Bryan at Princeton, Mo.His survivors include his wife Melinda of Trenton. Two Sons Justin Wilson, Columbia, Mo. and Bryan Speck and his wife Sarah of Shawnee, Kansas. Two granddaughters Gracyn and Katelyn Speck both of Shawnee. His Mother Violet Wilson of Spickard.He was preceded in death by his father, one brother Darrell Wilson, and one sister Twila Glidewell.
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Birdie S. Hall - May 03, 2018 - August 31, 2018
Departed: 08/31/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Birdie S. Hall 3 months, a resident of Trenton, MO. died Friday Evening Aug. 31, 2018 at Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MO.Her body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. No services are planned at this time.Birdie was born May 3, 2018 at Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City the daughter of Jeremy Stephen and Constance Marie Glidewell Hall.Her survivors include her parent Jeremy and Constance of the home. Three Sisters Wren Hall, Margaret Hall and Aubrey Hall all of the home. Maternal grandmother Vicki Glidewell, Trenton. Paternal Grandparents Stephen and Diana Hall, Trenton. Maternal great grandmother Lois Corrigan, Trenton. Paternal Great grandmother Margaret Hall, Excelsior Springs, MO. Several Aunts and Uncles also survive.Birdie S. Hall 3 months, a resident of Trenton, MO. died Friday Evening Aug. 31, 2018 at Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MO.Her body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. No services are planned at this time.Birdie was born May 3, 2018 at Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City the daughter of Jeremy Stephen and Constance Marie Glidewell Hall.Her survivors include her parent Jeremy and Constance of the home. Three Sisters Wren Hall, Margaret Hall and Aubrey Hall all of the home. Maternal grandmother Vicki Glidewell, Trenton. Paternal Grandparents Stephen and Diana Hall, Trenton. Maternal great grandmother Lois Corrigan, Trenton. Paternal Great grandmother Margaret Hall, Excelsior Springs, MO. Several Aunts and Uncles also survive.
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Leon Crawford - August 10, 1945 - August 19, 2018
Departed: 08/19/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Leon Crawford 73, a resident of Trenton, Mo. died Sunday, August 19, 2018 at St. Lukes Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the First Baptist Church, Trenton with Brain Wilson officiating. Burial will be in North Evans Cemetery east of Spickard, Mo.Family visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials to either: St. Lukes Hospice House or American Cancer Society and may be left at the funeral home.Mr. Leon Crawford was born August 10, 1945 at Spickard the son of Raymond Leon and Della Mae Shipps Crawford. He graduated from Spickard High School and was veteran of Vietnam Era serving in the U.S. Army. He retired after over 40 plus years working for Conagra, Trenton.He was a member of the Spickard Baptist Church.His survivors include one daughter Callie Jeffers and husband Brandon of Independence, MO. , one son Curtis Crawford and wife Tona of Trenton. Four grandsons Trent Crawford, Connor Crawford, Brayden Jeffers, and Colton Jeffers. One sister Mary Zimmerman and husband Larry of Lincoln Neb. And one brother Larry Crawford and wife Kay of Trenton.He was preceded in death by his parents.Mr. Leon Crawford 73, a resident of Trenton, Mo. died Sunday, August 19, 2018 at St. Lukes Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the First Baptist Church, Trenton with Brain Wilson officiating. Burial will be in North Evans Cemetery east of Spickard, Mo.Family visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials to either: St. Lukes Hospice House or American Cancer Society and may be left at the funeral home.Mr. Leon Crawford was born August 10, 1945 at Spickard the son of Raymond Leon and Della Mae Shipps Crawford. He graduated from Spickard High School and was veteran of Vietnam Era serving in the U.S. Army. He retired after over 40 plus years working for Conagra, Trenton.He was a member of the Spickard Baptist Church.His survivors include one daughter Callie Jeffers and husband Brandon of Independence, MO. , one son Curtis Crawford and wife Tona of Trenton. Four grandsons Trent Crawford, Connor Crawford, Brayden Jeffers, and Colton Jeffers. One sister Mary Zimmerman and husband Larry of Lincoln Neb. And one brother Larry Crawford and wife Kay of Trenton.He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Mabel M. Persell - December 13, 1918 - August 09, 2018
Departed: 08/09/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Mabel M. Persell 99, a former resident of Trenton, Mo. died Thursday Morning, Aug. 9, 2018 at Jonesboro Health Care, Jonesboro, Arkansas.Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 13, 2018 at 10:30 A.M. at the Church Of The Nazarene, Trenton with Rev. Steve Bramblett, Rev. Paul Persell, and Nathan Persell officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens north of Trenton.Family visitation will be held Sunday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: Church Of The Nazarene and may be left at the Slater Funeral Home.Mrs. Persell was born Dec. 13, 1918 in Slater, MO. the daughter of Charlie and Nora Cassaday Sprague. She attended Saline County, Mo. schools.She was a member of the Trenton Church Of The Nazarene.On April 8, 1950 she was married at McPherson, Kansas to Lloyd Persell. He preceded her in death on March 12, 1991.Her survivors include one daughter Naomi Starrkebaum and husband Mike of Coweta, Okla., One son David Persell and wife Debbie of Jonesboro, Arkansas. One step son Paul Persell and wife Viva of Trenton. Four Grandchildren Bryan Johnson (Julie), Tracy Simpson (Jarin), Micah Persell Council (Cameron), and Nathan Persell (Hannah). Eight Great Grandchildren Ashley Johnson, Caleb Johnson, Ava Simpson, Abby Simpson, Riley Persell, Phoenix Rose Council, Jace Persell, and Atticus Allen Council.She was preceded in death by her parents, one step-daughter Helen Huffstutter, nine sisters and brothers Fannie Holmes, Henry Sprague, Lucy Hein, Frank Sprague, Albert Sprague, Agnes Sprague, Andrew Sprague, one still born sister, and one still born brother Allen Sprague.Mrs. Mabel M. Persell 99, a former resident of Trenton, Mo. died Thursday Morning, Aug. 9, 2018 at Jonesboro Health Care, Jonesboro, Arkansas.Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 13, 2018 at 10:30 A.M. at the Church Of The Nazarene, Trenton with Rev. Steve Bramblett, Rev. Paul Persell, and Nathan Persell officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Memorial Gardens north of Trenton.Family visitation will be held Sunday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorials To: Church Of The Nazarene and may be left at the Slater Funeral Home.Mrs. Persell was born Dec. 13, 1918 in Slater, MO. the daughter of Charlie and Nora Cassaday Sprague. She attended Saline County, Mo. schools.She was a member of the Trenton Church Of The Nazarene.On April 8, 1950 she was married at McPherson, Kansas to Lloyd Persell. He preceded her in death on March 12, 1991.Her survivors include one daughter Naomi Starrkebaum and husband Mike of Coweta, Okla., One son David Persell and wife Debbie of Jonesboro, Arkansas. One step son Paul Persell and wife Viva of Trenton. Four Grandchildren Bryan Johnson (Julie), Tracy Simpson (Jarin), Micah Persell Council (Cameron), and Nathan Persell (Hannah). Eight Great Grandchildren Ashley Johnson, Caleb Johnson, Ava Simpson, Abby Simpson, Riley Persell, Phoenix Rose Council, Jace Persell, and Atticus Allen Council.She was preceded in death by her parents, one step-daughter Helen Huffstutter, nine sisters and brothers Fannie Holmes, Henry Sprague, Lucy Hein, Frank Sprague, Albert Sprague, Agnes Sprague, Andrew Sprague, one still born sister, and one still born brother Allen Sprague.
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Lorraine Allsup - April 15, 1927 - August 08, 2018
Departed: 08/08/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Lorraine Allsup 91, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday morning, Aug. 8, 2018 at Sunnyview Nursing Home, Trenton.Her body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial graveside services will be Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at Resthaven Memorial Gardens north of Trenton with Tony Denney officiating.Memorials To: Green Hill Animal Shelter and may be left at the funeral home.Mrs. Allsup was born April 15, 1927 at Trenton the daughter of Clarence and Leora Kincade Ellis. She attended school in Kansas City and graduated from Trenton High School. She was employed for 17 years as a L.P.N. in Trenton and Osage Beach, MO. hospitals.She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Trenton.She was married to Dale K. Allsup on Sept. 8, 1964. He preceded her in death on Aug. 11, 1995.Her survivors include two sons Ernest Peoples and wife Margie of Olathe, Kansas and Bob Peoples and wife Linda of Trenton. Five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews Carol Meeks, Randy Hague, and Judy Dye.She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters Jaunita Dye, Hazel Jean Hague, and one nephew Jim Dye.Mrs. Lorraine Allsup 91, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday morning, Aug. 8, 2018 at Sunnyview Nursing Home, Trenton.Her body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial graveside services will be Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at Resthaven Memorial Gardens north of Trenton with Tony Denney officiating.Memorials To: Green Hill Animal Shelter and may be left at the funeral home.Mrs. Allsup was born April 15, 1927 at Trenton the daughter of Clarence and Leora Kincade Ellis. She attended school in Kansas City and graduated from Trenton High School. She was employed for 17 years as a L.P.N. in Trenton and Osage Beach, MO. hospitals.She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Trenton.She was married to Dale K. Allsup on Sept. 8, 1964. He preceded her in death on Aug. 11, 1995.Her survivors include two sons Ernest Peoples and wife Margie of Olathe, Kansas and Bob Peoples and wife Linda of Trenton. Five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews Carol Meeks, Randy Hague, and Judy Dye.She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters Jaunita Dye, Hazel Jean Hague, and one nephew Jim Dye.
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Carolyn K. Watkins - July 25, 1949 - July 25, 2018
Departed: 07/25/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Carolyn K. Watkins, 69, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday evening July 25, 2018 at St. Lukes on the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton with Robert Whitham will officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Trenton. Family visitation will be Friday evening July 27, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.Memorials to: the Carolyn K. Watkins memorial fund and they may be left at the funeral home.Carolyn K. Watkins was born July 25, 1949 at Princeton, MO. the daughter of Junior and Martha Overton Owen.On Sept. 19, 1977 she was married to David I. Watkins at Spickard, MO. He preceded her in death on Sept. 4, 2012Her survivors include two daughters Jodi Barron and husband John, Dusti Treadwell and husband Scott all of Trenton. One son Gary Porter and wife Cindy of Princeton. One Nephew Bill O’banion of the home. Twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Three sisters Arlene Kitchen and Jolene O’banion both of Chillicothe, Mo., and Marilyn Louise Foster of Auburn, Washington. One brother Eddie Owen of Chillicothe. Many nieces and nephews also survive.She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister Madelyn Hendricks, three brothers Kenneth Owen, Randal Owen and Bobby Overton.Mrs. Carolyn K. Watkins, 69, a resident of Trenton died Wednesday evening July 25, 2018 at St. Lukes on the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Slater Funeral Home, Trenton with Robert Whitham will officiating. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Trenton.Family visitation will be Friday evening July 27, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.Memorials to: the Carolyn K. Watkins memorial fund and they may be left at the funeral home.Carolyn K. Watkins was born July 25, 1949 at Princeton, MO. the daughter of Junior and Martha Overton Owen. On Sept. 19, 1977 she was married to David I. Watkins at Spickard, MO. He preceded her in death on Sept. 4, 2012Her survivors include two daughters Jodi Barron and husband John, Dusti Treadwell and husband Scott all of Trenton. One son Gary Porter and wife Cindy of Princeton. One Nephew Bill O’banion of the home. Twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Three sisters Arlene Kitchen and Jolene O’banion both of Chillicothe, Mo., and Marilyn Louise Foster of Auburn, Washington. One brother Eddie Owen of Chillicothe. Many nieces and nephews also survive.She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister Madelyn Hendricks, three brothers Kenneth Owen, Randal Owen and Bobby Overton.
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Leland Paul Rogers - March 01, 1951 - July 19, 2018
Departed: 07/19/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Leland Paul Rogers 67, a resident of Galt, MO died Thursday afternoon, July 19, 2018 athis resident.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home Trenton.No services planned at this time.Leland Paul, the son of Lynn and Margaret Decker Rogers was born on March 1, 1951 at Monterey, Calif. He graduated from Yuba City, Calif. High School. He was in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam Era. Paul had been employed by Trenton Foods.His survivors include four sisters Marilyn Stark, Galt, MO, Vera Louise Doberobolec, Girard, Ohio, Pauline Matthews, Seaside, Calif., and Carolyn Grayburn, State of Idaho. Two Nephews James Graybeal, Galt, MO, and Donald Graybeal, Laredo, MO. One niece Diana Gibbons, Goldhill Oregon.He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Leland Paul Rogers 67, a resident of Galt, MO died Thursday afternoon, July 19, 2018 athis resident.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home Trenton.No services planned at this time.Leland Paul, the son of Lynn and Margaret Decker Rogers was born on March 1, 1951 at Monterey, Calif. He graduated from Yuba City, Calif. High School. He was in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam Era. Paul had been employed by Trenton Foods.His survivors include four sisters Marilyn Stark, Galt, MO, Vera Louise Doberobolec, Girard, Ohio, Pauline Matthews, Seaside, Calif., and Carolyn Grayburn, State of Idaho. Two Nephews James Graybeal, Galt, MO, and Donald Graybeal, Laredo, MO. One niece Diana Gibbons, Goldhill Oregon.He was preceded in death by his parents.
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DeWayne Marlay - August 06, 1941 - July 09, 2018
Departed: 07/09/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. DeWayne Marlay 76, a resident of Trenton died Monday, July 9, 2018 at his home.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.His survivors include his daughter Jamia Marlay , son Steven Marlay,sister Linda (Lannie) Harkins all of Trenton. Three grandsons Jacob Marlay, Sawyer Marlay and LeviMarlay. His step-mother Lucille Marlay, Trenton.He was preceded in death by his wife Denella.Mr. DeWayne Marlay 76, a resident of Trenton died Monday, July 9, 2018 at his home.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. His survivors include his daughter Jamia Marlay , son Steven Marlay, sister Linda (Lannie) Harkins all of Trenton. Three grandsons Jacob Marlay, Sawyer Marlay and LeviMarlay. His step-mother Lucille Marlay, Trenton.He was preceded in death by his wife Denella.
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William (Dude) J. Lankford - May 01, 1925 - July 05, 2018
Departed: 07/05/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. William (Dude) J. Lankford 93, a resident of Trenton, MO. died Thursday night, July 5, 2018, at Wright Memorial Hospital, Trenton.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at the Hodge Presbyterian Church with Rev. Steve Merrin officiating. Inurnment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Trenton.Dude, the son of Ervin and Effie Hickman Lankford, was born on May 1, 1925, at Spickard, Missouri. He attended Spickard School and joined the U.S. Navy in 1944 during World War II. After his service, he studied agriculture before marring Nina Louise Brown at Trenton, Missouri on October 2, 1949. They farmed for 55 years before retiring and moving to Trenton in 2005.His family and friends will truly miss his sense of humor and his kindness and generosity to them. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting and sports, but he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren in any sport or activity. After retiring, his favorite pastime was going for early morning coffee and visiting with friends.His survivors include his wife Nina, the love of his life for 68 years. One son Benny (Debbie) Lankford, Princeton. Two daughters Beverly (Mike) Bosley and Gloria (Olen) Stephens all of Trenton. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and one sister Marian Blacksten, Kansas City.He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Wendell Lankford, two sisters Pauline Hale Lynch and Francis Beverlin Milner, one grandson Ryan Bosley, three great grandchildren Izabella, Tegan and Tatum Leeper, and one infant great-great granddaughter Elyna Ann Shimer.Memorials To: Your own church family.Mr. William (Dude) J. Lankford 93, a resident of Trenton, MO. died Thursday night, July 5, 2018, at Wright Memorial Hospital, Trenton.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at the Hodge Presbyterian Church with Rev. Steve Merrin officiating. Inurnment will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Trenton.Dude, the son of Ervin and Effie Hickman Lankford, was born on May 1, 1925, at Spickard, Missouri. He attended Spickard School and joined the U.S. Navy in 1944 during World War II. After his service, he studied agriculture before marring Nina Louise Brown at Trenton, Missouri on October 2, 1949. They farmed for 55 years before retiring and moving to Trenton in 2005.His family and friends will truly miss his sense of humor and his kindness and generosity to them. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting and sports, but he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren in any sport or activity. After retiring, his favorite pastime was going for early morning coffee and visiting with friends.His survivors include his wife Nina, the love of his life for 68 years. One son Benny (Debbie) Lankford, Princeton. Two daughters Beverly (Mike) Bosley and Gloria (Olen) Stephens all of Trenton. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and one sister Marian Blacksten, Kansas City.He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Wendell Lankford, two sisters Pauline Hale Lynch and Francis Beverlin Milner, one grandson Ryan Bosley, three great grandchildren Izabella, Tegan and Tatum Leeper, and one infant great-great granddaughter Elyna Ann Shimer.Memorials To: Your own church family.
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Jack D. McNabb - November 15, 1936 - June 22, 2018
Departed: 06/22/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Trenton business man Mr. Jack D. McNabb 81, a resident of Trenton died Friday afternoon, June 22, 2018 at St. Lukes On the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. At his request no services are planned at this time.Memorials To: Either St. Lukes Hospice or American Cancer Society and they may be left at the funeral Home.Mr. McNabb was born Nov. 15, 1936 at Trenton the son of Trevlin J. and Frieda Berry McNabb. He attended Bunnell School, Galt School and then graduated from Trenton High School. He has been a resident of Trenton since 1950. He started working at Trenton Hardware in 1954. Later becoming owner and then retiring in 2010. Jack loved working in his wood shop. He enjoyed hunting especially Deer hunting an also mushroom hunting. Another pastime of his was gardening raising Sweet Corn, Green Beans and anything else he could of to grow.Loved his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.Jack was a member of Grundy Center United Methodist Church northeast of Trenton.On Aug. 6, 1955 he was married to Bonnie S. Rhea at Tindall, Mo.His survivors include his wife Bonnie of the home. One daughter Teresa Steinhoff and husband Cliff of Trenton. One son Dale McNabb of Trenton. Four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Two sisters Donna Ferguson and husband Roy of Trenton and Eathel McNabb of Kansas City, MO.He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Ruth Kinate and Thelma Patridge.Trenton business man Mr. Jack D. McNabb 81, a resident of Trenton died Friday afternoon, June 22, 2018 at St. Lukes On the Plaza, Kansas City, MO.His body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. At his request no services are planned at this time.Memorials To: Either St. Lukes Hospice or American Cancer Society and they may be left at the funeral Home.Mr. McNabb was born Nov. 15, 1936 at Trenton the son of Trevlin J. and Frieda Berry McNabb. He attended Bunnell School, Galt School and then graduated from Trenton High School. He has been a resident of Trenton since 1950. He started working at Trenton Hardware in 1954. Later becoming owner and then retiring in 2010. Jack loved working in his wood shop. He enjoyed hunting especially Deer hunting an also mushroom hunting. Another pastime of his was gardening raising Sweet Corn, Green Beans and anything else he could of to grow.Loved his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.Jack was a member of Grundy Center United Methodist Church northeast of Trenton.On Aug. 6, 1955 he was married to Bonnie S. Rhea at Tindall, Mo.His survivors include his wife Bonnie of the home. One daughter Teresa Steinhoff and husband Cliff of Trenton. One son Dale McNabb of Trenton. Four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Two sisters Donna Ferguson and husband Roy of Trenton and Eathel McNabb of Kansas City, MO.He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Ruth Kinate and Thelma Patridge.
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Shawna M. Tyrrell - March 06, 1973 - June 17, 2018
Departed: 06/17/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Ms. Shawna M. Tyrrell 45, a resident of Spickard died Sunday morning, June 17, 2018 at her home.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Ms. Tyrrell was born March 6, 1973 at Trenton, Mo. the daughter of Thomas Milton and Evelyn Marie Moore Isbell. She graduated from Tri-County High School, Jamesport. She had a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree both in Criminal Justice. She had been employed at the Western Correctional Center, Cameron.Her survivors include her daughter Maddison Montgomery, Spickard. Two brothers Tom Souders, Kansas City, MO. and Mike Isbell, Gallatin, MO. One step-brother Don Werner, Jamesport.She was preceded in death by her parents.Ms. Shawna M. Tyrrell 45, a resident of Spickard died Sunday morning, June 17, 2018 at her home.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Ms. Tyrrell was born March 6, 1973 at Trenton, Mo. the daughter of Thomas Milton and Evelyn Marie Moore Isbell. She graduated from Tri-County High School, Jamesport. She had a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree both in Criminal Justice. She had been employed at the Western Correctional Center, Cameron.Her survivors include her daughter Maddison Montgomery, Spickard. Two brothers Tom Souders, Kansas City, MO. and Mike Isbell, Gallatin, MO. One step-brother Don Werner, Jamesport.She was preceded in death by her parents.
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Myra A. Horton - May 18, 1951 - June 10, 2018
Departed: 06/10/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Myra A. Horton 67, a resident of Trenton died Sunday, June 10, 2018 at her home.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home.Mrs. Horton was born May 18, 1951 in Denver, Colorado the daughter of Herbert And Adellia Fedillos Hill. She was employed as a LPN before retiring having worked at both Eastview Manor and Sunnyview Nursing Home both of Trenton.She was married to Jim Horton. He preceded her in death.Her survivors include one daughter Angie. Four sons Brain Alley,Winston, MO., Bradley Smith, Burbank, Calif. Eric Smith, and Lance Horton, both of Trenton. Her Father Herbert Hill, Helena, MO.She was preceded in death by her mother.Mrs. Myra A. Horton 67, a resident of Trenton died Sunday, June 10, 2018 at her home.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home.Mrs. Horton was born May 18, 1951 in Denver, Colorado the daughter of Herbert And Adellia Fedillos Hill. She was employed as a LPN before retiring having worked at both Eastview Manor and Sunnyview Nursing Home both of Trenton.She was married to Jim Horton. He preceded her in death.Her survivors include one daughter Angie. Four sons Brain Alley,Winston, MO., Bradley Smith, Burbank, Calif. Eric Smith, and Lance Horton, both of Trenton. Her Father Herbert Hill, Helena, MO.She was preceded in death by her mother.
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K. Karleton King - October 16, 1939 - May 16, 2018
Departed: 05/16/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. K. Karleton King, 78, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Wednesday morning May 16, 2018 at Northcare Hospice, North Kansas City, Mo.Funeral services will be held Monday, May 21, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Princeton Methodist Church with Dan Blakely officiating. Burial will be in King Cemetery east of Princeton.There is no scheduled family visitation.Services are under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Mr. K. Karleton King was born Oct. 16, 1939 at St. Joseph, Mo. the son of Freddie and Lenore Jane Lathrop King. He graduated from Princeton High School.His survivors include his wife Becky of the home. One son Kevin King, Princeton. Three daughters Kimberly Blakely and husband Dan of St. Joseph, MO., Kayla West and husband Justin of Mercer, MO. and Kelsi Westerhof and husband Dan of Princeton, Mo. Nine grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Carol Ann Kimes.Mr. K. Karleton King, 78, a resident of Princeton, Mo. died Wednesday morning May 16, 2018 at Northcare Hospice, North Kansas City, Mo.Funeral services will be held Monday, May 21, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Princeton Methodist Church with Dan Blakely officiating. Burial will be in King Cemetery east of Princeton.There is no scheduled family visitation.Services are under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton.Mr. K. Karleton King was born Oct. 16, 1939 at St. Joseph, Mo. the son of Freddie and Lenore Jane Lathrop King. He graduated from Princeton High School.His survivors include his wife Becky of the home. One son Kevin King, Princeton. Three daughters Kimberly Blakely and husband Dan of St. Joseph, MO., Kayla West and husband Justin of Mercer, MO. and Kelsi Westerhof and husband Dan of Princeton, Mo. Nine grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Carol Ann Kimes.
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Gerald V. Wilcox - December 16, 1935 - May 05, 2018
Departed: 05/05/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mr. Gerald V. Wilcox, Sr. a resident of Trenton died Saturday evening May 5, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care, St Joseph, MO.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. No services are planed.Mr. Wilcox was born Dec. 16, 1935 in Newton, Iowa the son of George and Ella Bowie Wilcox.He graduated from Newton, Iowa High School.Before retiring he was a self-employed truck driver.On Oct. 15, 2005 he was married to Trudie Renn at Trenton.His survivors include his wife Trudie of the home. Four daughters Barbara Doyle and Husband Harvey of Dyersburg, Tenn., Sheryl Van Baale and husband Terry of Newton, Iowa, Melissa McConnell and husband Ron of Des Moines, Iowa, and Tina Dittermer of Newton, Iowa. One step-daughter Fankie Faye Marrs, Trenton. Two sons Frank Wilcox and wife Robin of Donna, Texas, and Gerald Wilcox, Jr. and wife Connie of Newton, Iowa. Two step-sons Paul Gingerich, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Daniel Marrs, St. Louis, MO. Twenty-two grandchildren, Forty-four great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. One sister Tudy Ashby of Newton, Iowa and one brother Johnny Wilcox of Newton, Iowa.He preceded in death by his parents, one step-son Lee Marrs, fifteen brothers and sisters and two great grandchildren.Mr. Gerald V. Wilcox, Sr. a resident of Trenton died Saturday evening May 5, 2018 at Mosaic Life Care, St Joseph, MO.The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. No services are planed.Mr. Wilcox was born Dec. 16, 1935 in Newton, Iowa the son of George and Ella Bowie Wilcox.He graduated from Newton, Iowa High School.Before retiring he was a self-employed truck driver.On Oct. 15, 2005 he was married to Trudie Renn at Trenton.His survivors include his wife Trudie of the home. Four daughters Barbara Doyle and Husband Harvey of Dyersburg, Tenn., Sheryl Van Baale and husband Terry of Newton, Iowa, Melissa McConnell and husband Ron of Des Moines, Iowa, and Tina Dittermer of Newton, Iowa. One step-daughter Fankie Faye Marrs, Trenton. Two sons Frank Wilcox and wife Robin of Donna, Texas, and Gerald Wilcox, Jr. and wife Connie of Newton, Iowa. Two step-sons Paul Gingerich, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Daniel Marrs, St. Louis, MO. Twenty-two grandchildren, Forty-four great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. One sister Tudy Ashby of Newton, Iowa and one brother Johnny Wilcox of Newton, Iowa.He preceded in death by his parents, one step-son Lee Marrs, fifteen brothers and sisters and two great grandchildren.
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David A. Henderson - October 04, 1955 - April 25, 2018
Departed: 04/25/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: David A. Henderson, age 62 of Trenton, passed away early Wednesday, April 25th at his home while under hospice care. Mr. Henderson was born October 4, 1955 in Lock Springs, MO to Theodore and Roberta Stevens Henderson. David was married to Terri Henderson in 1977. The couple has three daughters; Haley Gibson and her husband, Sean, of Walnut Creek, California; Abby Farris of Trenton; and Madalyn (Mady) Henderson of Kansas City, MO. Also surviving are granddaughters; Brooklynn Farris, Reece Farris, and Gabby Gibson. Mr. Henderson is also survived by four sisters and three brothers in law; Carolyn and Jerry Sharp, Jamesport, Mo.; Janet Adams, Trenton, MO.; Nancy and Troy Smith, Jamesport, MO.; and Lisa and Bret Smith, Eagleville, Mo.. He has many nieces and nephews, as well as several great nieces and nephews. David has spent his entire life surrounded by all females who treasure him dearly. He has been our king, protector, mentor, provided lots of humor daily, and helped us all to be better people. David attended Tri-County School at Jamesport, graduating in 1974. While in school, he was active in basketball, and several organizations including FFA. After graduation, he began working for Hoffman and Reed in both Jamesport and Trenton. In 1980, he began working for Thomas Hauling as a milk truck driver. He began his career with Trenton Municipal Utilities in 1986 and worked there as Supervisor of Electrical Distribution until he retired in 2015. He was strongly devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his large family. His three granddaughters were one of the greatest things that happened to him. Even though in ill health for the past 22 years, he managed to take his oldest granddaughter fishing. He kept in very close contact with Gabby by FaceTiming her many times each week. He enjoyed watching all of her horse riding lessons via videos. He checked granddaughter, Brooklynn’s daily school work via Seesaw, a program that allows students to share their work with family members. Youngest granddaughter, Reece, loves sharing “Papa Dave’s” big man recliner for cuddling and lots of laughs. Mr. Henderson was an avid hunter and fisherman taking several trips to Colorado to hunt until his health prevented it. The past few years, he still went deer hunting to be with his family and friends who like to hunt. Mr. Henderson is a member of the Jamesport Baptist Church. Donations to the American Lung Association may be left at Slater Funeral Home. The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home. No services are planned based on Mr. Henderson’s wishes.David A. Henderson, age 62 of Trenton, passed away early Wednesday, April 25th at his home while under hospice care. Mr. Henderson was born October 4, 1955 in Lock Springs, MO to Theodore and Roberta Stevens Henderson. David was married to Terri Henderson in 1977. The couple has three daughters; Haley Gibson and her husband, Sean, of Walnut Creek, California; Abby Farris of Trenton; and Madalyn (Mady) Henderson of Kansas City, MO. Also surviving are granddaughters; Brooklynn Farris, Reece Farris, and Gabby Gibson. Mr. Henderson is also survived by four sisters and three brothers in law; Carolyn and Jerry Sharp, Jamesport, Mo.; Janet Adams, Trenton, MO.; Nancy and Troy Smith, Jamesport, MO.; and Lisa and Bret Smith, Eagleville, Mo.. He has many nieces and nephews, as well as several great nieces and nephews. David has spent his entire life surrounded by all females who treasure him dearly. He has been our king, protector, mentor, provided lots of humor daily, and helped us all to be better people. David attended Tri-County School at Jamesport, graduating in 1974. While in school, he was active in basketball, and several organizations including FFA. After graduation, he began working for Hoffman and Reed in both Jamesport and Trenton. In 1980, he began working for Thomas Hauling as a milk truck driver. He began his career with Trenton Municipal Utilities in 1986 and worked there as Supervisor of Electrical Distribution until he retired in 2015. He was strongly devoted to his wife, children, grandchildren, and his large family. His three granddaughters were one of the greatest things that happened to him. Even though in ill health for the past 22 years, he managed to take his oldest granddaughter fishing. He kept in very close contact with Gabby by FaceTiming her many times each week. He enjoyed watching all of her horse riding lessons via videos. He checked granddaughter, Brooklynn’s daily school work via Seesaw, a program that allows students to share their work with family members. Youngest granddaughter, Reece, loves sharing “Papa Dave’s” big man recliner for cuddling and lots of laughs. Mr. Henderson was an avid hunter and fisherman taking several trips to Colorado to hunt until his health prevented it. The past few years, he still went deer hunting to be with his family and friends who like to hunt. Mr. Henderson is a member of the Jamesport Baptist Church. Donations to the American Lung Association may be left at Slater Funeral Home. The body was cremated under the direction of Slater Funeral Home. No services are planned based on Mr. Henderson’s wishes.
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Barbara A. Somerville - December 31, 1937 - April 25, 2018
Departed: 04/25/2018 (Trenton)
Obituary Preview: Mrs. Barbara Ann Somerville, 80 year old resident of Trenton died Wednesday night at HedrickMedical Center, Chillicothe, MO.A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M., at SlaterFuneral Home, Trenton. Funeral services immediately following at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. RonMcPherson officiating. Memorials To: The Epilepsy Foundation and they may be left at the funeral home.Barbara Ann Somerville was born Dec. 31, 1937 at Trenton the daughter of Ernest RichardHamilton and Lillian Mae Kindred-Hamilton. Barbara spent her life caring for and lovingothers. She was a dedicated mother and wife. She enjoyed spending time with her childrenand grandchildren. On May 20, 1989 she married to Floyd Somerville at Liberty, MO. Her survivors include her husband Floyd, of the home. Four daughters, Stacey Peterson and husband, Josh of Brookfield, Mo., Debra Winn and husband, Bert of Trenton, Mo., Phyllis Gott and husband, Chris of Trenton, MO., and Rebecca Meek and husband, Wayne of Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She enjoyed all Fourteen Grandchildren and Thirteen Great Grandchildren. Five sisters, Carolyn Webb of Smithville, MO., Mary Vaughn of Lee’s Summit, Mo., Shyla Hamilton of Trenton, MO., Ellen Bowers of Trenton, MO., Bertha Mae Barker of Kirksville, MO. Two Brothers Bill Barker of Independence, Mo. and Gary Bonta of East Moline, Illinois. A sister-in-law Shirley Hamilton of Pattonsburg, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Ernest Hamilton and one sister, Margaret Klingensmith. Mrs. Barbara Ann Somerville, 80 year old resident of Trenton died Wednesday night at HedrickMedical Center, Chillicothe, MO. A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M., at Slater Funeral Home, Trenton. Funeral services immediately following at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. RonMcPherson officiating.Memorials To: The Epilepsy Foundation and they may be left at the funeral home. Barbara Ann Somerville was born Dec. 31, 1937 at Trenton the daughter of Ernest Richard Hamilton and Lillian Mae Kindred-Hamilton. Barbara spent her life caring for and loving others. She was a dedicated mother and wife. She enjoyed spending time with her childrenand grandchildren.On May 20, 1989 she married to Floyd Somerville at Liberty, MO.Her survivors include her husband Floyd, of the home. Four daughters, Stacey Peterson and husband, Josh of Brookfield, Mo., Debra Winn and husband, Bert of Trenton, Mo., Phyllis Gott and husband, Chris of Trenton, MO., and Rebecca Meek and husband, Wayne of Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She enjoyed all Fourteen Grandchildren and Thirteen Great Grandchildren. Five sisters, Carolyn Webb of Smithville, MO., Mary Vaughn of Lee’s Summit, Mo., Shyla Hamilton of Trenton, MO., Ellen Bowers of Trenton, MO., Bertha Mae Barker of Kirksville, MO. Two Brothers Bill Barker of Independence, Mo. and Gary Bonta of East Moline, Illinois. A sister-in-law Shirley Hamilton of Pattonsburg, Mo.She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Ernest Hamilton and one sister, Margaret Klingensmith.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an obituary?
An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.
Why are obituaries important?
Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information about their passing, funeral services, and any memorial contributions or donations. They also help to notify people who may not have been aware of the person's death.
Who writes an obituary?
Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or obituary writer may assist with writing the obituary.
What information should be included in an obituary?
A standard obituary usually includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service (if applicable), surviving family members, and any notable achievements or accomplishments. It may also include details about funeral services, visitation hours, and burial information.
How long should an obituary be?
The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. Some online obituary platforms may allow for longer or more detailed obituaries.
Can I include photos in an obituary?
Yes, many newspapers and online obituary platforms allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased with the obituary. This can help to make the tribute more personal and meaningful.
How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?
Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. You can usually find this information on their website or by calling their office.
Can I write my own obituary?
Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can ensure that your life story is told in your own words and provide comfort to your loved ones during a difficult time.
What is a self-written obituary called?
A self-written obituary is often referred to as a "living obituary" or "autobit."
How much does it cost to publish an obituary?
The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the newspaper, online platform, or funeral home. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to several hundred dollars for a basic listing.
Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?
This depends on the publication or platform. Some may allow edits or corrections within a certain timeframe, while others may not. Be sure to review your obituary carefully before submitting it for publication.
How long does it take for an obituary to be published?
The timeframe for publishing an obituary can vary from same-day publication online to several days or even weeks for print newspapers. Be sure to check with the publication or platform for their specific timeline.
Can I include humor in an obituary?
Absolutely! While an obituary should be respectful, it's also okay to inject some humor or personality into the writing. This can help to celebrate the person's life and make the tribute more engaging.
What if I want to keep the funeral private?
If you prefer to keep the funeral private, you can still publish an obituary without including details about the service. You might simply state that a private funeral will be held or that memorial contributions can be made in lieu of flowers.
Can I include charitable donations in an obituary?
Yes! Many families choose to include information about charitable donations in memory of their loved one. This can be a meaningful way to continue their legacy and support a cause that was important to them.
How do I find old obituaries?
You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites like Ancestry.com or Newspapers.com. Local libraries or genealogical societies may also have archives of old newspapers and obituaries.
Can I republish an old obituary?
This depends on copyright laws and permissions. If you're unsure about republishing an old obituary, contact the original publication or copyright holder for permission.
What if there are errors in the obituary?
If you notice errors in an already-published obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to request corrections. They may be able to make changes online or issue a correction in a subsequent edition.
Can I create a digital archive of an obituary?
Yes! Many online platforms allow you to save and share digital copies of an obituary. You can also create a digital archive by saving a PDF copy or printing out a hard copy for safekeeping.
How do I share an online obituary on social media?
Most online obituary platforms provide easy sharing options for social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. You can also copy and paste the link into an email or message to share with others.
Can I add condolences or guestbook messages online?
Yes! Many online obituary platforms allow visitors to leave condolences, memories, or messages in a virtual guestbook. These can be comforting for families and friends during their time of loss.
How long will an online obituary remain available?
This varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep online obituaries available indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period (e.g., 30 days). Be sure to check with the platform for their archiving policies.
Can I create a memorial website in addition to an obituary?
Absolutely! Memorial websites can provide a more comprehensive tribute to your loved one's life and allow you to share more stories, photos, and memories. Some platforms offer tools to create these types of websites.
What if I need help writing an obituary?
If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider reaching out to a funeral home or professional writer for assistance. They can guide you through the process and help you craft a beautiful tribute to your loved one.