Obituaries

William Roy “Bill” Modlin, 59, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at Veteran’s Administration Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo., following a battle with Covid-19. Bill was born May 7, 1962, in Kansas City, Mo., to Larry Lee and Marynell (Blasengym) Modlin. He married Kristie Thomas on April 5, 1997, in Nevada, Mo., and she survives of the home. Bill was a member of the First Baptist Church, Nevada...

Dennis Lee Smith, 72, Compton Junction, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021, at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, Kan. Dennis was born on May 15, 1949, in rural Vernon County, Mo., to Cecil Lee Smith and Flossie Juanita (Snead) Smith...

William Roy “Bill” Modlin, 59, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at Veteran’s Administration Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, July 26, 2021, at Ferry Funeral Home, in Nevada with Pastor Terry Mosher officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment with military funeral honors will follow at 12:30 p.m. in the Fort Scott National Cemetery, Fort Scott, Kan...

Beverly A. York Griggs died on July 18, 2021. She was born Nov. 26, 1960, to Russell and Bertha York. She will be buried in Sheldon, Mo.

Evan Dante Simpson, 33, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at his home in Leavenworth, Kan. Evan was born on May 31, 1989, in Joplin, Mo., to Michael Simpson and Leah Wilson. He grew up in Fort Scott, Kan. Evan had a love of nature and loved to explore it. ...

James (Jim) Wesley Littell, son of Frank Madison and Mary Maxine Littell, was born Aug. 28, 1954, in Independence, Mo. He went all of his years in school in Osceola, Mo., until his graduation in 1972. Jim loved growing up in Osceola where his parents owned Littell’s Market on the square. ...

Mark Edmond Williams, 66, of Nevada, died on Thursday, July 15, 2021. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date and announced by Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, Mo.

Mary Christine Frank, 79, died on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at Nathan Richards Health Care in Nevada, Mo. A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 20, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, Mo. Additional information will be released at a later date by the funeral home...

Elmo Leroy Pilcher Jr., 63, Milo, Mo., passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital, in Kansas City. Leroy was born Oct. 27, 1957, in Nevada, Mo., to Elmo L. and Hedwig L. (Lehmann) Pilcher Sr. Leroy grew up in Milo and graduated from El Dorado Springs High School Class of 1975. ...

Patty Jean Baker, 91, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at Moore-Few Care Center, in Nevada. Patty was born Feb. 9, 1930, in Deerfield, Mo., to William and Mary Elizabeth (Galvin) Wolfe. She married Leonard Baker on Sept. 3, 1948, in Pueblo, Colo., and he preceded her in death on Dec. 14, 2013...

Yun Hsiang “Jenny” Ying, 67, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at her home, in Nevada, following a lengthy illness. Jenny was born July 14, 1954, in Zhejiang Wen Ning, China, to Lan and Rmei Ying. She was united in marriage to Brad Gillmore on May 10, 2000, in Reno, Nev., and he survives of the home...

Connie Catherine Denning, 80, Nevada, Mo passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021, at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. Connie was born Oct. 25, 1940, in Monett, Mo., to Fred J. Rooney Jr. and Anna B. (Wormington) Rooney. On Feb. 14, 1961, she was united in marriage to DeVerne Denning and he preceded her in death on Jan. 24, 2021...

Donald James “Jim” Brown, 92, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at his home in Nevada following an illness of several months. Jim was born Oct. 1, 1928, in Wichita, Kan., to Raymond A. and Dora Bell (Rackley) Brown. He was united in marriage to Beth Woodruff on Aug. 24, 1946, in Fort Scott, Kan., and she preceded him in death on Jan. 13, 2017...

Garen Ray Williams, 73, of Nevada, Mo., passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. Garen was born on Jan. 15, 1948, in Fort Scott, Kan., to Ray L. and Lucy E. (Gentle) Williams. He met the love of his life, Janice Lou Daniels and they married on Sept. 25, 1971, in Deerfield, Mo., and she survives of the home...

Garen Ray Williams, 73, of Nevada, Mo., died on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. Garen was born on Jan. 15, 1948, in Fort Scott, Kan., to Ray L. and Lucy E. (Gentle) Williams. Committal services with Military Honors will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 22, at the National Cemetery in Fort Scott, Kan...

Donald James “Jim” Brown, 92, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at his home in Nevada following an illness of several months. Jim was born Oct. 1, 1928 in Wichita, Kan. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, July 12, at 2 p.m., at Ferry Funeral Home, in Nevada, with Pastor Jeff Adams and Pastor Jeff Swarts officiating. Interment will follow in Moore Cemetery in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., at the funeral home prior to the service...

Mr. Robert “Bob” “Denny” Irvin, aged 80, of Wardsville, Mo., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at his home after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. Bob was born on July 18, 1940, in Kansas City, Mo., the son of Rolan J. and Edith M. (Pangborn) Irvin. He was married in Nevada, Mo., in 1962 to Sue Ann Harpold and to this union two daughters were born. He was married on April 18, 1990, in Jefferson City, Mo., to Virginia “Ginny” (Pearse) Hutson, who survives at the home...

Evelyn Pauline Boyd, 80, formerly of Nevada passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021, in Lee’s Summit, Mo., following a short illness. Evelyn was born July 5, 1940, in Nevada, Mo., to Arthur M. and Rosalene V. (Kiger) Barker. She married Calvin E. Boyd I, on July 16, 1966, in Las Vegas, Nev., and he preceded her in death...

Gene Wingert, age 65, of Golden City, Mo., died on June 21, 2021, in Lamar, Mo. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, June 25, at Daniel Funeral Home, in Lamar, Mo. Burial will be in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Visitation with rosary was held at 5 p.m., Thursday, June 24, at Daniel Funeral Home, with visitation following until 7 p.m...

Oscar Wayne Greer, 85, of McAlester, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. The family will greet friends and visitors from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday at Bishop Funeral Service, 110 South 3rd Street, McAlester, Okla. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 25, at Bishop Chapel of Memories officiated by the Rev. Chip Lott. Burial will follow at Tannehill Cemetery...

Larry L. Franks, 76, died Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at the Shepherd's Center in Cimarron, Kan. Larry was born July 14, 1944, in Nevada, Mo., the son of Verner Eugene and Mildred (McWherter) Franks. He managed Howard Johnson restaurants and worked for Stark Wholesale, based in Wichita. He also worked for Midwest Petroleum, which operated Stop 2 Shop convenience stores throughout northwest Kansas. He enjoyed RVing, camping, and traveling...

Susan Violet Geertsen, 63, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan., following a brief illness. Susan was born May 26, 1958, in La Crosse, Wis., to Walter F. and Betty Jane (Spence) Hayes. She was united in marriage to Barry Geertsen on March 20, 1993, in the LDS Temple in Dallas, Texas, and he survives of the home...

Rex Leonard Long, 63, Nevada, Mo., passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at Medicalodges of Nevada following a lengthy illness. Rex was born Nov. 13, 1957, in St. Joseph, Mo., to John L. and Rosalie M. (McNeece) Long. He was united in marriage to Lisa Leann Mealman on Feb. 4, 1984, in Nevada, and she survives of the home...

Susan Violet Geertsen, 63, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at Kansas University Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. Additional family information and funeral arrangements will be announced by Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada at a later date...

Mary Martha Hissink, 96, formerly of Ottumwa, Iowa, passed away on June 20, 2021, at the Barone Alzheimer Care Center in Nevada, Mo. "Mar" was born July 15, 1924, in Ottumwa to W. Harley McClure and Buena (Hicks) McClure. She married A.W. "Bill" Hissink on April 16, 1950 in Ottumwa. He preceded her in death in April 2012...

Gary Yurk of Columbus, Kan., passed away June 13, 2021, surrounded by his family, friends and furbabies. Gary was born Jan. 30, 1947, in Nevada, Mo., to Lola Mae (Hendrix) and Sam Yurk. Gary graduated Nevada High School in 1965. In the same year he enlisted in the United States Air Force for a 4-year tour. ...

Helen Audree Lawson, 96, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Moore-Few Care Center, in Nevada. Graveside services will be held at Newton Burial Park in Nevada at 10 a.m., Friday, June 18. Additional family and service information will be announced at a later time by Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada...

A Celebration of Life for Dale L. Brockmeyer will be held on Friday, June 18, at 11 a.m. The event will be held at the Nevada United Methodist Church. All are welcome.

Marinda “Tin” Dahmer, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Mo. Additional family and service information will be announced at a later time by Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Peggy Sue Greenlee, 85, Nevada, Mo., died on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at Barone Alzheimer’s Care Center in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., Saturday, June 19, at Ferry Funeral Home. A private graveside service will follow at Newton Burial Park in Nevada...

Donald Edward Chadd Sr., 95, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at his home in Rich Hill, Mo. Donald was born on March 8, 1926 in Milo, Mo., to Glen Jeremiah and Eva Blanch (Slates) Chadd. Don married Gladys Jones and to this marriage four children were born. He later married Morine Klum and she preceded him in death in 2003...

Donald Edward Chadd Sr., 95, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at his home in Rich Hill, MO. Donald was born on March 8, 1926 in Milo, MO to Glenn Jeremiah and Eva Blanch (Slates) Chadd. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 18, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO. Interment will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at the funeral home...

Ralph Jarrott "Jerry" Herren, 80, Nevada, Mo., passed away Friday, June 11, 2021, at his home following a short battle with cancer. Jerry was born Sept. 24, 1940, in Dacoma, Okla., to Ralph W, and Leota F. (Fox) Herren. He was united in marriage to Carol Jean Biggs on Dec. 17, 1959, in Nevada, Mo., and she survives of the home...

Jerry William Burch, 75, was born on Sept. 18, 1945, in Nevada, Mo., to Gladys Jewell (Simmons) Burch and Charles Thomas "Bill" Burch of Harwood, Mo. He passed away from heart failure on June 11, 2021. Jerry spent his early years living on a farm near Harwood. ...

LaVon Posey (nee Turnbull), 91 of Nevada, Mo., completed her life’s journey and went to the Lord on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. Lavon was born Sept. 16, 1929, in Monroe City, Mo., to Allyn Gardner and Ula Dilola (Jones) Turnbull. LaVon was the loving and dedicated mother of five still-married children, Daphne (Ron) Barks, Tom (Debbie) Posey, Buff (Ray) Salassa, Kelley (Georgia) Posey, and Chris (Teri) Posey; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and countless nieces and nephews...

David Allen Greenlee, a beloved husband, father and grandfather, died on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at the age of 87. David is survived by his wife, Peggy Greenlee; his son, Lyndon Greenlee and wife Pam; his grandchildren, Jennifer Greenlee and wife Marlene, Chadd Greenlee and wife Krista, Zachary Greenlee and wife Cristin, and Caty Hernandez and husband Anthony; and his 8 great-grandchildren. ...

Billy Gene Rogers, 92, of Nevada, Mo., passed away peacefully at his home June 5, 2021. Bill was born Dec. 29, 1928, to James William and Katie Elizabeth (Beard) Rogers, in Lincoln Parrish, La. Growing up in rural Louisiana, Bill helped his father and older brothers raise crops, make their own sorghum from sugarcane grown on the farm and tended livestock...

Julia Belle (Miler) Carpenter was a loving wife, wonderful mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and aunt. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, quilting, and worked over 20 years at the Nevada State Hospital. She was a member of the Pentecostal Assembly Church...

Shannon Christopher Meek, 48, Deerfield, Mo., loving husband and father, passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2021, at Nevada Regional Medical Center. Shannon was born Dec. 27, 1972, in Nevada, Mo., to Christopher Eugene and Cathy Jo (Schulz) Meek. He graduated Nevada High School in 1991 and attended Fort Scott Community College where he received his degree as a Registered Nurse. ...

Bonnie Gean Troll (nee Beasley) died peacefully at home on June 2, 2021. She was 85 years old. Waiting for her in heaven was her beloved husband, Red. They are finally reunited after 65 years of marriage. Bonnie was born on Jan. 16, 1936, in Dyersburg, Tenn. ...

Jan Ellen Tate, 66, a resident of Fort Scott, Kan., passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021, at the Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kan. She was born April 2, 1955, in Fort Scott, the daughter of Lewis Allen Dare and Virginia Bolinger Dare. Jan was raised on the family farm where she learned to love the land and country living. ...