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Karen Kay (Keithley) Athon, 62, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020 at her home. The family has requested guests to wear masks. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 30, 2020 at the Odessa Restoration Branch, 6783 MO-131, Odessa, MO, 64076. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at the Marvin Chapel Cemetery in Mayview, MO. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Randy ...Athon. Memories of Karen and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Karen was born on July 7, 1958 in St. Clair County, MO to Manford Keithley and Charlotte (Hadsall) Becker. She graduated from Odessa High School in 1976 then studied Equine Science at Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO. On October 29, 1976 she was united in marriage to Randall Randy Elver Athon. They would have celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on October 29, 2020. She and Randy owned and operated a successful business in real estate management for over 12 years. She was an accomplished horsewoman, talented freelance photographer, creative craftsman, artist, loyal daughter-sister-friend, and loving wife. In addition to spending time with family and friends, Karen enjoyed gardening, canning, rural living, hunting, motor sports, music and training and showing horses. In addition to her husband and mother, survivors include three brothers, Dean Becker and wife, Lora of Odessa, MO, Elmer Becker Jr. and wife, Jody of Independence, MO, and Lennie Becker of Mayview, MO; a sister, Linda Kahle and husband, Paul of Mound City, MO; and many nieces, nephews, and relatives. Karen was preceded in death by her father and stepfather, Elmer Becker. Pallbearers are Sandi Soendker, Steve Gee, Barbara Berry, John Cope, Elmer Becker, and Omar Hadsall. Honorary pallbearers are Brad King, Ron Folsom, and Lindal Boscholt.

Betty Lou (Chamblin) Cross, 90, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. A visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., Sunday, November 1, 2020 at the First Baptist Church of Odessa, 100 State Hwy OO, Odessa, MO, 64076. A memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Odessa. Arrangements have been entrusted to... Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Memories of Betty and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFh.com or on our Facebook Page. Betty was born on September 23, 1930 to Aaron and Iva (Graham) Chamblin in Cowgill, MO. After graduating from Liberty High School in 1948, she received her degree in Stenography from William Jewell College in Liberty, MO. On September 5, 1962 she was united in marriage to Dorsey Don Cross in Miami, OK. He preceded her in death. After Betty and Don were united in marriage they traveled with the Airforce and Betty was a homemaker taking care of the family. She attended the First Baptist Church of Odessa and was a member and past president of the Maryvale High School Booster Club. In addition to spending time with family and friends, Betty was an avid reader and cherished her dog, Bebe. Survivors include a son Scott Cross and significant other, Vicki of Phoenix, AZ; a daughter Lesley Asher and husband, Tim of Odessa, MO; three grandchildren, Josiah, Isaiah, and Moriah Asher of Odessa, MO; a sister in law, Carolyn Webb and husband, Roger of Gladstone, MO; a nephew, Tim Chamblin and wife, Melissa of Lake Lotawana, MO; three nieces, Stephanie Chamblin, Jennifer Chamblin, and Cindy O’Day; and many relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Betty was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth and Graham Chamblin; and a sister, Pauline Hesemann.

Elizabeth Anne (Hifner) Haney, 90, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at her home. A Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the First Baptist Church of Lexington, 525 S. Business Hwy 13, Lexington, MO, 64076. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Church. For safety purposes, the family is requesting masks to be worn by all guests. The service will be streamed through Facebook Live from... the church's Facebook Page. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery in Independence, MO. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church of Lexington Youth Programs. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Memories of Elizabeth and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Elizabeth was born on January 4, 1930 in Independence, MO to Henry and Emma Annette (Pryor) Hifner. After graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1947, she began her teaching career at Pleasant Grove Elementary School in Independence and attended Central Missouri State University. On August 20 ,1950 Elizabeth was united in marriage to Carl Ray Haney of Coleman, TX in Independence, MO. Enduring a wartime separation, only 6 months into their marriage for Carl’s service in the Korean War from 1951-1952, they were married for 62 years until his passing on January 29, 2013. Elizabeth taught at Ft. Osage, Strasburg, Oak Grove, Mayview, and Odessa Elementary schools for more than 40 years while completing her BSE in 1974 and her MSE in 1977 from Central Missouri State University and later receiving the Crystal Apple Award. She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Lexington, Optimist Club, Red Hats, Delta Kappa Gamma, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Girl’s Auxiliary. In addition to spending time with family and friends, Elizabeth enjoyed being involved in disaster relief, foster care, International Student Outreach, clowning and tutoring. Survivors include, three sons, Jim Haney (Donna), Jerry Haney (Debbie) and Terry Haney (Konnie) all of Odessa, MO; nine grandchildren, Heather McGee, Rachel Aiello, Chrystal Simpson, Joshua Haney, Kristina Haney, Whitney Brigandi, Karmen Vaughn, Alexandra Echelmeier, and Austin Echelmeier; nine great grandchildren; three great great children; and many relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Elizabeth was preceded in death by a grandson, Andy Warren; and a sister, Mary Louise Beyer.

Linda Kay (Henson) Cordell, 76, of Odessa, MO passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at New Haven Living Center in Odessa, MO. Cremation has been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Memories of Linda and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Linda was born on July 17, 1944 to Patrick and Alma Louise (Mellen) Henson in Neodasha, KS. On August 13, 1962 Linda wa...s united in marriage to Albert Cordell in Independence, KS. He survives of the home. She was a member of New Beginnings Church in Odessa, MO. In addition to her husband, Albert, survivors include two daughters, Belinda McGinnis (Randy) of Odessa, MO and Cindy Keeton (Michael) of Blue Springs, MO; six grandchildren, Joey Schumaker, Derek Keeton, Amanda Gherring, Jessica Keeton, Anthony McGinnis, and Michael McGinnis; and seven great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.

Nedra Lynn (Taylor) Greenfield, 70, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, MO. Nedra was born on October 27, 1949 in Hutchinson, KS to Harold and Dorothy (Logan) Taylor. She was a 1967 graduate from Buhler High School in Buhler, KS. On April 7, 1979 she was united in marriage to Thomas Tom Greenfield in Lee’s Summit, MO. Nedra worked in customer service for AT&T for over 10 years before becoming a homemake...r. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Odessa and a life member of the VFW auxiliary Post 5675. Nedra enjoyed spending time with family and friends. In addition to her husband, Tom, survivors include a son, Dale Blaine Copenhaver of Marshall, MO; two granddaughters, Diana Copenhaver of Warrensburg, MO and Samantha Ortega of Apopka, FL; three great grandchildren, Karter, Claire, and Kendall Jennings; a sister, Terri Ramos of Hutchinson, KS; a niece, Heather Ramos of Hutchinson, KS; a nephew, Adam Ramos and wife Mandy of Wellington, KS; and many friends and relatives. Nedra was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Brenda Taylor. The family will host a Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the VFW Post 5675, 9642 E Old Hwy 40, Odessa, MO, 64076. Cremation per family’s wishes, has been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the VFW auxiliary Post 5675. Memories of Nedra and condolences for her family may be left on www.LedfordFamilyFh.com or on our Facebook Page.

Heather Judith (Carey) Palmer, 46, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at the St. George Catholic Church, 716 S. 3rd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076. A Mass of Christian Burial with Celebrant Father Bryan Amthor will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the church. A Rite of Committal will follow at the Odessa Cemetery in Odessa, MO. A dinner will be held... at 12:00 p.m. at the Odessa Community Center. Memorials are suggested to the family in care of Robert Carey, for a nursing scholarship that will be set up at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Memories of Heather and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Heather was born on May 18, 1974 in Burbank, CA and raised by her parents Robert Bob Michael and Maureen Kay (LaSuer) Carey in Camarillo, CA. After graduating from La Reina High School in Thousand Oaks, CA in 1992, she attended California Lutheran University, earning her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 1996. Heather attended law school while working in the Camarillo, CA area. On December 27, 2003 she was united in marriage to Forest Wayne Palmer in Camarillo, CA. Heather and Wayne relocated to his hometown of Odessa, MO where she then decided to pursue a job in healthcare. Starting in 2005 Heather started out as a CNA then as a nurse intern at Independence Regional Medical Center, subsequently becoming Centerpoint Medical Center, while also attending William Jewell College. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree she accepted a Registered Nurse position in 2007. She later earned a Master of Science with an emphasis in Nursing Administration from Western Governors University. Her career saw her go through many management positions at Centerpoint Medical Center, then being named VP of Nursing Operations for the HCA division located in Kansas City. In 2018 Heather accepted the position as the Chief Nursing Officer for Belton Regional Medical Center. Heather was a member of the St. George Catholic Church in Odessa, MO. In addition to spending time with family and friends, she enjoyed boating, going to the lake, and attending all sporting events of her kids and their friends. She was a most devoted Mother! In addition to her husband and parents, survivors include four sons, Zachary Palmer and wife Jordan, Braedon, Bryce, and Zane Palmer all of Odessa, MO; one daughter, Isabella Palmer of Odessa, MO; a grandchild, Rowan Palmer; a brother, Jordan Sisson and wife Anne of Riverside, CA; a sister, Nicole Prado and husband Ozzie of Odessa, MO; and biological parents, Tim and Jodi Sisson.

Douglas Doug Allen McAfee, 65, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Monday, April 6, 2020 at his home. The family will host a graveside memorial service at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Big Creek Cemetery in Bosworth, MO. Memories of Doug and condolences for his family may be left on our website www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64067, 816-633-5524. Dou...g was born on November 27, 1954 in Carrollton, MO to Robert Bob Allen and Demma Jo (McFadden) McAfee. He graduated from Frankfort Community High School in West Frankfort, IL in 1972. After graduation Doug moved to Missouri and worked for his father in the pipeline industry. He worked for the United States Postal Service and later retired as a pressman from The Kansas City Star. In addition to his mother, survivors include three sisters, Vicki Stubblefield of Odessa, MO, Kim Amos and husband, Ralph of Grain Valley, MO, and Lori Mitchell and husband Dennis of Odessa, MO; one daughter; two grandsons; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, Doug was preceded in death by an infant brother and sister and a nephew, Joshua A. Amos.

Darlene Joan (Langkraehr) Butler, 88, of Higginsville, MO passed away on October 4, 2020 at Meyer Care Center in Higginsville. The family will host a private memorial service at a later date. Cremation has been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Bethel United Church of Christ, 710 S Gordon St, Concordia, MO, 64020. Memorials may be left in care of the funeral home. Me...mories of Darlene and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Darlene was born on February 21, 1932 in Concordia, MO to Ervin Fredrick Wilhelm and Adelia (Krause) Langkraehr. In March of 1950 she was united in marriage to Jules E. Butler. He preceded her in death. Darlene was a homemaker and a member of the Bethel United Church of Christ in Concordia. In addition to spending time with family, friends, and adoring her grandchildren & great grandchildren, Darlene enjoyed cooking, sewing, quilting, and volunteering at her church. Survivors include one son, Steven Butler and wife, Susan of Raymore, MO; two grandsons, Erik Butler and wife, Megan of Greenwood, MO and Grant Butler and wife, Kathy of Lee’s Summit, MO; two great grandsons, Cole and Will Butler; a great granddaughter, Jules Butler; one brother, Stanley Langkraehr of Concordia, MO; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Darlene was preceded in death by a son, Ben Butler; two brothers, Wesley and Kenneth Langkraehr; and a sister Vivian Mullins.

Davijean Puddin (Filler) Barker, 86, Odessa, Mo, died, Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Oak Grove Nursing home, Oak Grove, Mo. A private family service will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, Mo, 64076, 816-633-5524. Interment will follow in the Odessa Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church Building Fund. Memories of Davijean and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamily...FH.com or on our Facebook Page. She was born May 26, 1934, the daughter of David Elbert and Ethel Grace Rankin Filler, north of Odessa, Mo, on the family farm. Her mother died when Davijean was just 14 years old of cancer. Being the oldest one at home, after school, she took over cooking for the family of four, everything from homemade pies to making meatloaf. She was the greatest cook at such a young age. Davijean graduated from Odessa High School, class of 1952. She was employed at Sears in KCMO from 1952-1957. She married Mervin F. Barker on September 14, 1957, at the home of the Rev. Thomas Dyer and they had 52 years together before he preceded her in death on August 28, 2009. After their marriage, they headed for Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela where Mervin was employed with Williams Bros. Pipeline and they would live there for eight months. Then Davijean flew home and Mervin went on the Arica, Chile where he would work for five more months before returning to the states. They continued to travel in Canada and all over the United States, Mervin pulling the trailer and Davijean following behind in the car. When their son was ready for high school, they built a home in Emporia, Kansas in 1972 and they would stay until 1983. Mervin continue to travel with his job but was home every weekend. Davijean went to work at Interstate Brands from 1972-1974 and Emporia High School from 1974-1983. In 1983, as their son had moved to Phoenix, Arizona and Mervin was working out of the Kansas City office, they built a home in Odessa, Mo. One year later Mervin retired as superintendent of field construction after 25 years. Survivors include; a son, Douglas D. Barker, St. Louis, Mo., brother in law Gerald Coupland, two grandchildren Hailey and Dillon Barker and several nieces and nephews. Davijean was preceded in death by her husband, her parents and two sisters, Betty Coupland and Dixie Scott; a brother Robert Filler; and a brother-in-law, Leonard Scott, all of Odessa. Pallbearer’s include; Douglas Barker, Dillon Barker, Brendan Madsen, Brady Madsen, Brandon Filler, and Brian Madsen.

Garth Ray Flournoy, 95, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Meyer Care Center in Higginsville, MO. A private family graveside service was held on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at the Odessa Cemetery. Memories of Garth and condolences for his family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Services were entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Garth was born on July 25, 1925... near Odessa, MO to Raymond and Verda Flournoy. After graduating from Odessa High School in 1943 he served in the United States Army during World War II. On September 8, 1957 Garth was united in marriage to Alice Etoile (Eldredge) in Raytown, MO at the Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church. He lived in Independence, MO for 30 years, before returning to the Odessa area in 1988 after retiring from Missouri Public Service Company where he worked as an engineer. His amateur radio call was W0GR. Garth was an experimental builder who designed, built, and operated amateur radio equipment on micro-wavelengths, and high and ultra-high frequencies. Besides the technical challenge, he loved talking to people all over the world for the more than 70 years he was licensed. Garth was a lifetime member of the American Radio League, Quarter Century Wireless Association, Central States VHF Society, and other microwave engineering and discussion groups. His other hobby was his fantastic photography, with which he documented vacation travels as well as his nieces growing up. And he had a distinct and wonderful sense of humor that was appreciated by all who knew him. Garth was a Presbyterian and served on the session and participated in many church activities. In addition to his beloved wife, Alice Ally, Garth is survived by two nieces, Marla Struebin and Ann Rai and their families.

Chicky Helen June (Wilson) Washam, 91, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2020 in Rocky Mount, MO. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2020 at the Life Point Assembly of God, 707 S 1st St, Odessa, MO, 64076. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the McKendree Cemetery, State Hwy HH &, McKendree Rd, Odessa, MO, 64076. Memorials are suggested to the New Beginnings Church.... Memories of Chicky and condolences for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFh.com or on our Facebook Page. Chicky was born on August 18, 1929 in Liberty, MO to Samuel Logan and Pearl May (Thomas) Wilson. She was a homemaker and member of New Beginnings Church in Odessa, MO. Through the years she was always active in her church by teaching Sunday school and overseeing the nursery. Chicky enjoyed cooking, baking, and going to yard sales. Chicky's focus in life was her family and taking care of them. Survivors include four sons, Rick Washam (Debbie) of Oak Grove, MO, Bruce Washam (Linda) of Odessa, MO, Curtis Washam (Cindy) of Rocky Mount, MO, and Rob Washam (Capri) of Lee’s Summit, MO; a son in law, Ben Livingston of Independence, MO; ten grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Chicky was preceded in death by a daughter, Wendy Sue Livingston; a son, John Thomas Washam in infancy; four brothers, Russell, Lewis, Harvey, and twin brother Samuel Bob Wilson; six sisters, Freida Bell Osburn, Leta Jane Steamer, Violet Nadine Peters, Mary Melba Gibson, Annie Orene Cox, and Emma Irene Nicholson. Pallbearers will be, Ryan Rupar, Matthew King, Jerry Washam, Kevin Hamel, Zach Washam, and George Roberts.

Mark Wayne Mefferd, 55 of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 at home. Mark’s family will host as celebration of life at a later date. Memories of Mark and condolences for his family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook Page. Cremation has been entrusted to the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. Mark was born on September 2, 1965 in Kansas City, MO to Gerald Wayne and Judith Elaine (Wee...ks) Mefferd. He was baptized in 2019 and attended Church of The Four Corners in Independence, MO. Mark loved working on cars, hot rods and his dog Zeus. In addition to spending time with family and friends, Mark enjoyed fishing and assembling model cars. Survivors include, a daughter, Andrea Bellew and husband Adam of Lenexa, KS; two grandchildren, Luke and Alyssa Bellew; one brother, Jason Mefferd and wife Donna of Parkville, MO; two sisters, Janet Mefferd of Odessa, MO and Lisa Thorpe of Independence, MO; and many nieces and nephews. Mark was preceded in death by his parents.

Paul Eugene Magruder, 91, of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at his home. A rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Friday, September 25, 2020 at St. George Catholic Church, 202 W. Phillips St., Odessa, MO, 64076. A Mass of Christian Burial with Celebrant Father Bryan Amthor will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 25, 2020 at the church. A Rite of Committal with Military Rites will follow at the Odessa Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to St.... George Catholic Church. Memories of Paul and condolences for his family may be left on at www.LedfordFamilyFh.com or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524 Paul was born on April 2, 1929 in Kansas City, MO to Paul Edwin and Stella Mae (Keith) Magruder. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, James Mitchell. Paul attended Raytown High School until joining the United States Navy in 1945. He served his time on a submarine and earned the Victory Medal WWII. Paul was honorably discharged on February 27, 1948. On June 17, 1950 Paul was united in marriage to Bernadine Ann (Kaminski) in Fairway, KS. He worked as a Repeater Man Technician for Southwestern Bell Telephone from 1951 until retiring in 1982. Paul was a member of the CWA local, B Squares, and the St. George Catholic Church of Odessa, MO. Paul enjoyed spending time with family and friends. In addition to his wife, Bernadine of 70 years, survivors include two sons, Richard Magruder and wife Melody of Independence, MO, and Michael Magruder and wife Barbara of Odessa, MO; and three daughters, Patricia Pudenz and husband Mark of Odessa, MO, Sharon Thompson and husband Randall of Bolivar, MO, and Teresa Christeson of Odessa, MO; 10 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 9 step great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Paul was preceded in death by his parents.