These Obituaries are reprinted from The Lawrence County Record, which is Mt. Vernon, MO hometown newspaper. The newspaper, published once a week includes the weekly deaths of Lawrence County residents & their families. In an effort to maintain Mt. Vernon, MO Genealogy I have only reprinted the Mt. Vernon Deaths. Other Lawrence County Obituaries can be found elsewhere on this site. I will list these alphabetically and I will add to these on a regular basis so be sure to check back often.
Sean William Anders Saaf, 19, Mt. Vernon, died at 8:55 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, 2010, as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
He was born Jan. 26, 1991, in Boras, Sweeden, to Tomas and Tammy (Spurlock) Saaf. He was a 2009 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, was a volunteer fire fighter for the City of Aurora Fire Department and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Mt. Vernon.
Survivors include his mother, Tammy Saaf, Mt. Vernon; his father, Thomas Saaf, Monett; maternal grandparents Bill and Clara Spurlock, Mt. Vernon; paternal grandparents Par-Anders and Anita Saaf, Skovde, Sweeden; and paternal great-grandmother Elsa Persson, Skovde.
Services were Thursday, Feb. 11, in Grace Community Church, east of Mt. Vernon. Burial was in Orange Cemetery, north of Aurora.
Jan Burton Shuster - 57, Mt. Vernon, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.He was born July 24, 1951, in Springfield to Albin L. and Mildred R. (Mott) Crosby. Jan was a musician by trade, and was known by many in the music industry as Lee Gentry.” He was a 1969 graduate of Miller High School and served in the United States Marine Corps after high school.Those who survive him are his daughter, Amy Arbuckle of Springfield; his four sons, Matt Shuster and wife Erin of Mt. Vernon, Mike Shuster and wife Angie of Webb City, and Eric Shuster and Thomas Burton Shuster, both of Springfield; his eight sisters, Sue Rogers of Springfield, Gail Stemble of Denver, CO, Judy Clarke of the state of Texas, Lisa Stephens of Mt. Vernon, Lila Stout of Rogersville, Debbie Daniel of Carthage, Patti Ott of Aurora, CO and Shelly Nichols of Muskogee, OK; one brother, Phil Crosby of Commerce, OK and nine grandchildren.His parents, Albin Crosby and Mildred Shuster and husband Walter M., and his daughter April Shuster preceded him in death.Services, under the direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home of Mt. Vernon, were Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Covenant Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon.Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, located in Mountain Grove.Memorial donations may be made to the family, in care of the funeral home.Online condolences may be shared at http://www.fossettmosherfuneralhome.com/
Joseph Edward Smialek
Joseph Edward Smialek - Mt. Vernon was born on July 15, 1928, in Detroit Mich., to Joseph Ronan Smialek and Victoria Wozney, both immigrants from Poland. Joe passed away at 11:5 a.m. Thursday, March 15, 2007, in the Missouri Veterans’ Home/ Mt. Vernon.
He served in the United States Navy during the final years of WWII as a storekeeper on USS Caelum (AK-106), a supply ship home ported in the Pacific. Joe joined the service when he was 17 years old, with his father’s permission. After leaving military service after the end of the war, he returned to Detroit, where he married Edith Florence Payne, whom he had met in Seattle, and raised three sons. He worked as a firefighter for Boeing Aircraft and the Strategic Air Command during the development of the B-49 and B-52 bombers in Moses Lake, Wash., and also worked for the U.S. Air Force in St. Peterson, Fla,; and Lowry, AFB in Aurora, Colo. He was an over-the-road-truck driver for Safeway from around 1961 until his stroke in 1976, which ended his 30-year active association with the Teamsters Union. His whole life had revolved around being on the open road in his “18-wheeler.”
In 1978, he and his wife, Aletha Fay (Kleiboeker) moved to Bennett, Colo., with his son, Colin, and Aletha’s daughters, Donna and Kristen, where they started their new life together. While in Bennett, being close to his son, Dennis, and family Joe thoroughly enjoyed being a Grandpa to Lyle, Teresa and Doug. In 1983, Joseph and Aletha moved to Mt. Vernon, where they have lived since. In 2000, his youngest grandson, Kody, came along and was a constant delight to his grandpa at the veterans’ home, when Kody came to visit. Although not close in miles to his other grandchildren, Davey and Missy, they were always close to his heart and in his thoughts.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, his three sisters, his first wife, Edith Florence Payne, his granddaughter Teresa Louise, his grandson, Daniel, and only nephew, Richard Harris.
He is survived by his wife, Aletha; three sons, Dennis and his wife, Beth, of Bennett, Colo., David and his wife, Connie, of Commerce City, Colo., and Colin and his wife, Barbara, of Columbia; his two daughters, Donna Frerichs and her husband, Wayne, of Brighton, Colo., and Kristen Preud’homme and her husband, Jean Yves, of Blue Springs; eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
He will always be remembered for his smile and quick humor, as Joe of “Smiley” never met a stranger. Anyone that ever stopped by would remember that they were welcome to a “fresh” pot of coffee and that was always ready. Members of his family recall that he always liked to have large family gatherings, especially during holidays, and everyone was always welcome to join in with him.
Funeral services, under the direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon, were at Trinity Lutheran Church in Freistatt, where Joe was a member, on Monday, March 19, with the Rev. Gary Griffin officiating. He was interred at Trinity’s cemetery, with full military honors.
Memorials may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church radio broadcast, in care of the funeral home.
Zelma Louise Smith
Zelma Louise Smith, 73, Mt. Vernon, died at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, March 21, 2010, in her home. She was born Aug. 5, 1936, in Cherryville to Logan James and Myrtle (Bryant) Harris. She married Charles Smith in Cherryville July 16, 1955. He died April 3, 2005. She spent most of her time as a homemaker. She moved from Harrisonville to Mt. Vernon in 2008. Survivors include two daughters, Ellen Harris, Mt. Vernon, and Anna Smith of the home; two sons, Gary Smith and James Smith, both of Harrisonville; four sisters; three brothers; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one son, Charles Smith, two sisters and one grandson. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, at Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon. Burial will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 25, at Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time Wednesday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family for the care of Mrs. Smith's daughter, Anna Smith, in care of the funeral home.
John Alexander Snadon Jr.
John Alexander Snadon Jr., 89, Mt. Vernon, died Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007, at the Missouri Veterans’ Home/Mt. Vernon.He was born Nov. 26, 1918, in Pennsboro to John A. and Katherine (Wray) Snadon.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Almira Probst and Rosemary Squires.
He trained as a pilot in Naval Flight Schools and served 27 years in the United States Navy, both active and reserve. He was in the Pacific in World War II and in the Korean War.
He married Dorothy Coyne in 1951. She died in 2002.
He graduated from Drury University in 1961 and taught elementary and high school for 22 years in history and social studies.
He was a longtime member and served as president of the Dade County Historical Society.
Survivors include two sons, Patrick A. Snadon and Julian A. Snadon.
Services were Saturday, Dec. 22, at the Birch Funeral Home in Ash Grove with burial in Pennsboro Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Veterans’ Home/Mt. Vernon, 1600 S. Hickory, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712.
Leona Lovern Snipes
Leona Lovern Snipes, 78, Mt. Vernon, died at 8:20 p.m. Saturday, April 4, 2009, in St. John's, Springfield. She was born Dec. 15, 1930, in Lawrence County to Augusta "Gus" and Genevie (Yancey) Bradley. She was a homemaker and of the Methodist faith. Survivors include two daughters, Marilyn Suddath, Mt. Vernon, and Jennifer Nold and husband Mark, Maysville; two sons, David Elliott, Lawton, Okla., and Stephen Elliott, Mt. Vernon; one brother, Bill Bradley and wife Vernie, Hoberg; one sister, Reva Hill and husband Jackie, Mt. Vernon; five grandchildren, Bradley Suddath, Justin Suddath, Matthew Suddath, Bobby Nold and Sara Nold; and one great-grandson, Mason Suddath. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Robbie and Anthony Elliott. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, in Mt. Vernon City Cemetery, Mt. Vernon, under direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon. Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday.
John Loyd Spielman
John Loyd Spielman, 66, Mt. Vernon, died Sunday, April 25, 2010. He was a resident of the Lawrence County Manor, Mt. Vernon. He was born Feb. 28, 1944, in Miller to Frank and Vera (Bridgewater) Spielman. He attended Miller Public Schools and Ozark Christian College in Joplin. He was a member of Miller Christian Church. He was an assistant director of the Passion Play in Eureka Springs, Ark., and played the role of Caiaphas. He was also employed in the security department at the Missouri Rehabilitation Center, Mt. Vernon. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Barbara Jean Spielman. Survivors include one brother, Richard Spielman, Oro Valley, Ariz. Memorial services will be held at a later date, under direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of donor's choice, in care of the funeral home.
Cecil Dane Spradling
Cecil Dane Spradling, 91, Mt. Vernon, departed this life on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007, in his home. He was born Dec. 17, 1925, in Rogersville to Charley and Etter Spradling. He married Rose Mae Neimeyer June 1, 1941. She died on Feb. 26, 1989. He was preceded in death by two brothers Leo and Clell Spradling; and two sisters, Dorothy Spradling and Eva Ruckert. Survivors include one daughter, Jeanne Jones and her husband, Steve; one son, Jim Spradling and his wife, Erin; and three grandsons, Kyle and Brent Spradling and Brett Jones. Mr. Spradling was a lifelong resident of Mt. Vernon, graduating from Mt. Vernon High School in 1933. He owned and operated a dairy farm until his retirement in 1976. He was a member of the Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church. Services were Monday, Sept. 17, at the First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Chris Snyder officiating. Burial was in Summit Cemetery, Mt. Vernon, under direction of Meadors Funeral Home, Republic. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Vernon First United Methodist Church or Community Hospices of Aurora.
Flora A. Spree
Flora A. Spree - 88, Mt. Vernon, died Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at Lawrence County Manor, Mt. Vernon.She was born Dec. 25, 1918, in Hoberg to Herman and Erna Pietsch Knaust.She was a homemaker, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Braille Workers and Freistatt Friendship Club, and quilted for the Ladies Aid of the church.She married Theodore Spree June 23, 1946, in Freistatt. He preceded her in death June 24, 1979. She was also preceded in death by one brother, Raymond Knaust, and one grandson, Austin Bracht.Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Henson and husband, Gary, Monett, Judy Bracht and husband, James, Carthage, and Mary Ryland and husband, Richard, Bellevue, Wash.; three brothers, Edward Knaust, Freistatt, and Elfred and William Knaust, both of Joplin; one sister, Rose Marke Knaust, Mt. Vernon; six grandchildren, Christy Manning and Emily Bracht, both of Carthage, Andrea Darby, Bentonville, Ark., Darrin Henson, Monett, and Brooke and Zachary Ryland, Bellevue, Wash.; three great-grandsons, Canden, Dru and Eston Darby, Bentonville; and several nieces and nephews.Services were Saturday, Ma 12, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Freistatt, with the Rev. Gary Griffin officiating. Burial was in Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, under the direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett.Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast or the American Heart Association.
Eldon M. Starling
Eldon M. Starling, 85, Mt. Vernon, died at 2:50 a.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2010, at the Autumn Court Residential Center, Mt. Vernon. He was born Feb. 6, 1925, in Lowden, Iowa, to Arnold and Rose (Mourey) Starling. He married Madeline Koile in Illinois Sept. 17, 1949. She died April 26, 1976. He was the owner of Tom's Candy route for 15 years. He was a cattle farmer and auctioneer and was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Mt. Vernon. Survivors include four daughters, Danita Berghammer, Pine City, Minn., Derice, Milan, III, Dawn Long, Medford, Wis., and Darlis Gulick, Miller; four sons, David Starling, Ames, Iowa, Darrell Starling, Indepencence, Iowa, Larry Starling, Missouri, and Dennis Starling, Calamus, Iowa; 19 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Ruth Potter, Mt. Vernon. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Darla Mae Starling, and one sister, Bethal Bartels. Services were Saturday, March 27, at the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Mt.. Vernon, under direction of Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon. Burial was Monday, March 29, in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Hazelton, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First Christian Church or St. John's Hospice in care of the funeral home.
Jack L. Stewart
Jack L. Stewart, 69, Mt. Vernon, died Monday, July 23, 2007, at Lawrence County Manor, Mt. Vernon.
He was born Dec. 29, 1937, in Wentworth to Ralph Ray and Alta Edwards Stewart.
He worked for Roderick Arm and Tool and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Freistatt.
He married Marilyn E. Kleiboeker Oct. 6, 1956, in Freistatt. She survives.
Additional survivors include one son, Brad Stewart, Mt. Vernon; one daughter, Marcie Parrigon, Pierce City; three brothers, William Stewart, Forest Grove, Ore., Donald Stewart, Springfield, and J.D. Stewart, McPherson, Kan.; one sister, Phillis Schnake, Mt. Vernon; and six grandchildren.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 25, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Freistatt. Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran School or church radio broadcast.
Antionette Gayle Stotts
Antionette Gayle Stotts - 2 months old, Mt. Vernon, died at her home Sunday morning. Jan. 14, 2007.She was born Nov. 17. 2006Services were in Illinois.Local survivors include here parents, Jennifer Peterson and Tony Stotts; three sisters, Destiney Stotts, Cheyenne Stotts, and Hope Stotts; and paternal grandparents, Charles and Robin Stotts, Stotts City. Among other survivors are her maternal grandmother, Sandra Cunningham, Illinois and maternal grandfather.She is the daughter of Tony Stotts and Jennifer Peterson of Mt. Vernon.Complete obituary information was not available at presstime.Arrangements will be handled by a funeral home in Illinois.
Peggy Darlene Stout
Peggy Darlene Stout - Mt. Vernon, 63, died at 11:51 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007, as a result of injuries received in an auto accident.
She was born Aug. 8, 1944, in Grays Point to James and Marie (Swearingen) Hough. She was a homemaker, member of the Mt. Vernon Eagles and was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include five daughters, Sheila Pyle, Aurora, Levona, Grooms, Robyn Dittmer and Maria Campbell, all of Mt. Ernon, and Marie Munce, Lees Summit; two sons, James Campbell and Tom Campbell, both of Mt. Vernon; two sisters, Patty Barnes, Sacramento, Calif., and Bonnie DeCrescenzo, Mt. Vernon; 23 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, J.D. Hough; and two great-grandchildren.
Services were Monday, Oct. 29, in the Fossett-Mosher Funeral Home, Mt. Vernon, with the Rev. Chris Carver officiating. Burial was in Red Oak Cemetery, west of Miller.
Memorials may be made to the Eagles, in care of the funeral home.
Willa M. Sullivan
Willa M. Sullivan - Mt. Vernon, 76, formerly of Paddock Lake, Wis., died at 8:20 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007, in St. John’s Springfield.
She was born Aug. 22, 1931, in Grundy Center, Iowa, to Glen and Jane (Casstevens) Hamilton.
She was a homemaker and member of the Salem United Methodist Church, Salem, Wis.
She married William Eugene Sullivan Nov. 8, 1952. He died July 2, 1982.
She was also preceded in death by three sons, Richard, Pat and Martin; one daughter, Willa Glover; one brother, Robert Hamilton; and one sister, Sarah Hamilton.
Survivors include three sons, Marvin and Robert Sullivan, both of Mt. Vernon, and Glen Sullivan, Paddock Lake; three daughters, Penny Samples and Billie Lentz, both of Mt. Vernon, and Joyce Schaefer, Sparta, Wis.; one sister, Joyce Sicurella, Bensonville, Ill.; 30 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, in Sunset Ridge Cemetery, Kenosha, Wis., under direction of Bruch Funeral Home, Kenosha.
Memorial donations may be made to St. John’s Hospital, in care of the funeral home.
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