Duane L. Cooper

1928-2013

Duane L. Cooper, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri died Friday, May 24, 2013 at his home.

He was born January 27, 1928 to Clinton and Elsie Cooper in King City, Missouri.

He married Frieda Frank on February 14, 1957. She preceded him in death on April 21, 1996.

Duane retired from the United States Army as a Sergeant First Class. He proudly served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars and was a member of the United States Army Executive Flight Detachment. After his retirement from the Army, he worked for the City of St. Joseph as a Chief Master Mechanic for twenty years.

He spent lots of time with his grandkids and enjoyed fishing and hunting.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Charles Cooper.

Survivors: children, Robert Frank (Susan), O’Fallon, Missouri, Annette Ross (John), N. Richland Hill, Texas, and Ellen Raines (Cecil), St. Joseph, Missouri; sister, Marcella Martin, St. Joseph, Missouri; brothers, Eugene Cooper, Stanberry, Missouri and Forrest Cooper, Albany, Missouri; three grandchildren, Chris Frank, Lisa Pearson (Kevin), and Clinton Ross; and several nieces and nephews.

Services:  12:00 Noon Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the American Cancer Society. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Norma R. Coil

1927-2013

Norma R. Coil, 85, St. Joseph, Missouri died Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

She was born June 2, 1927 to Adam and Mae O’Neal in Island City, Missouri.

Norma married Robert F. Coil on July 18, 1946. He survives of the home.

She was a member of Island City Christian Church, American Legion Auxiliary Post 359, and Eight and Forty Club.

Norma enjoyed cooking for the family, playing bingo with her friends, loved quilting and flower gardening. She also provided childcare in her home for several years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; and five sisters.

Survivors: husband; daughters, Connie Trice (Richard), and Rita Garcia (Hector); grandsons, Robert Knapp (Michelle), Phillip Knapp (Shannon), and Alex Garcia; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and beloved dog Skipper.

Services: 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends 1:30 to 2:30 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Christopher C. Maximoff

1953-2013

Christopher Carl Maximoff, 59, St. Joseph, Missouri died Wednesday, May 15, 2013.

Chris was born an orphan in Germany, joined his American family living in New York and then Malaysia. He graduated from Earlham College in 1977 and settled in Indianapolis and then Missouri.

Survivors: fiancée, Donna Bowlin; son, Adam Maximoff; mother, Pat Maximoff; brother, Tim Maximoff; and Donna’s sons, Donnie, Tyler, and Cody Bowlin. Father, Robert Maximoff (predeceased).

Services:  10:00 A.M. Saturday, May 25, New Home Baptist Church. Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Jacob Ryder Holt

2013-2013

Jacob Ryder Holt, infant son of Jason and Meghan Holt of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

Jacob was planted on earth to bloom in heaven.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents.

Survivors: parents; brother, Roman; sister, Molly; grandparents, Jim Holt (Dawn Ely), Susie Holt, and Kathy and Bill Woeger; grandfather, Dan Murry; great-grandmothers, Vicki Robbins and Jane Murry; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A private service will be held at Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the Noyes’ Home for Children. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Diana Kay (Culp) Anton

1955-2013

Diana Kay (Culp) Anton, 57, was born December 12, 1955 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Melvin and Geraldine (Wilson) Culp. She passed from this physical life into the presence of Christ on April 11, 2013 at the Vale Medical Health Care Center in El Sobrante, California.

Diana married Harry Anton on October 3, 1980.

She enjoyed traveling and collecting Lladro figurines.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Geraldine Culp; grandparents, Reverend john M. Wilson and Mary Alice (Jones) Wilson.

She is survived by her husband, Harry; one son, Keith Brant; two grandchildren, Hannah and Christopher; brother, Lloyd Culp; and sister, Kathy Brant.

Services:  10:00 A.M. Friday, May 24, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Memorial Park Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Dennis M. Barnes

1946-2013

Dennis M. Barnes, 66, St. Joseph, Missouri died Saturday, May 18, 2013 at his home.

He was born July 4, 1946 to Thaddeus and Elaine Barnes in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Dennis was a restaurant manager for several chains.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Darrell (Dee) Smith and David Barnes.

Survivors: son, Dennis Barnes, Jr (Linda Crews), Springfield, Missouri; grandsons, Brandon and Michael Barnes; sister-in-law, Barbara Tippit; niece, Shana Schuemann; nephew, Casey Smith; five great nephews; and one great niece.

Graveside Services and Inurnment:  1:00 P.M. Wednesday, Memorial Park Cemetery. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Joan “Jo” Embrey

1933-2013

Joan “Jo” Embrey, 80, St. Joseph, Missouri died Saturday, May 18, 2013 at a local healthcare facility.

She was born December 8, 1933 to Webb and Helen Embrey in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Jo was a member of the St. Joseph Public Library Bookmobile from 1967-1977.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and cousins, Fred Rudolph and Steve Bertram.

Survivors: cousins, Tom Bertram, Maysville, Missouri, and Woods Rudolph, Scottsdale, Arizona; and friends, Flora Henlon and Sandi Gerstner.

Services:  10:00 A.M. Thursday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery, Mound City, Missouri.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Mildred Jean Lain

1923-2013

Mildred Jean Lain, 89, Savannah, Missouri died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at a local healthcare facility.

She was born December 25, 1923 to David C. and Lula B. (Cunningham) Stuard in Ranger, Texas.

Mildred lived most of her life in Artesia, New Mexico. She married Raymond C. Lain November 10, 1941. He preceded her in death on February 9, 2009.

After raising her children she worked as a cashier supervisor at K-Mart for ten years.

Mrs. Lain was a Baptist who loved God and her family greatly.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; 10 brothers; and two sisters.

Survivors: three children, Janice Albright (Jimmy), St. Joseph, Raymond C. Lain (Marisela), Carlsbad, New Mexico and Dan L. Lain (Jennifer), Franklin, Tennessee; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial Service:  Private memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, Kansas.  Care provided by Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Lois Mae (Moran) Gay

1938-2013

Lois Mae (Moran) Gay, 75, St. Joseph, Missouri died Saturday, May 18, 2013 at her residence.

She was born March 29, 1938 to Clyde and Viola (Grooms) Moran.

She married Walter Dale Gay on June 12, 1971 and made their home in St. Joseph, Missouri for 39 years until Walter passed January 6, 2010.

Lois was of the Baptist Faith.  She enjoyed crocheting, doll making, and candy making, for which she was known as the “Peanut Brittle Lady.”

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Gary Best; brothers, Earl Moran and Eric Moran; sisters, Jeanette Moran and Patricia Ramsey; and grandchildren, Stacy Gray and Jeremy Best.

Survivors: son, Ross Best (Laura); daughter, Sunny Gray; brothers, Wilburn Moran (Marilyn) and Glenn Moran (Joyce); sisters, Bonnie Best and Gloria Boea; five grandchildren, Emily, Katy, George, Joanie, and Amy;  and nine great-grandchildren, Andrew, Tristan, Tanner, Kennize, George Jr., Destanie, Madalynn, Cody, Dalton, Jayden, Donna, and Katlyn.

Services:  10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory, where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Tuesday.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to the donor’s choice.

John “Jack” H. Robinson III

1936-2013

John “Jack” H. Robinson III, 76, St. Joseph, Missouri died Friday, May 17, 2013 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.

He was born May 20, 1936 to John H. II and Erma L. (Stanton) Robinson in St. Joseph, Missouri.

He married Charlotte Joan Weitlich June 12, 1960. She survives of the home.

Mr. Robinson served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.

John was a graduate of Lafayette High School class of 1954. He worked as an electrician for 38 years retiring in 1998.

He was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church where he was a choir member, I.B.E.W. Local 545, American Legion Post 359 and Riverbend Promenaders.

John enjoyed square dancing and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and step-father, Henry Weiss.

Survivors: wife, Charlotte Robinson; one daughter, Diane Hunt (Michael), Topeka, Kansas; two sons, Steven Robinson (Lorianne) and Bryan Robinson (Traci) both of St. Joseph; brother, Bill Robinson (Marilyn), St. Joseph; sister, JoAnn Alexander, St. Joseph; grandchildren, Joel, Andrew, Aaron, Sara, Matthias (Jessica), Billy and Emily; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services:  3:00 P.M. Wednesday, St. Peter Lutheran Church. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory where friends may call after 5:00 P.M. Tuesday.  Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to St. Peter Lutheran church.