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Donald Maurice Mackie
(December 12, 1933 - November 21, 2014)
Our family mourns the loss and rejoices in the knowledge that Don M Mackie went home to be with the Lord on November 21, 2014 after a long and courageous struggle.
He was born in Little Rock, AR to Fonta (Crunk) and Arthur Mackie on December 12, 1933. He is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Arthur.
Don was an "army brat" and lived in many different states. When he was 13, his family traveled to Japan with the first occupying forces after WWII. There were no schools yet, so his father enrolled him in his first diesel mechanics class when other boys were learning to put a chain on their bicycle. He became an avid tennis player and long bow competitor until he lost the sight in his left eye making a frog gig.
He graduated from high school in Alexandria, VA and attended some college.
Don moved to Eureka Springs, AR in the late 1950's and owned the Esso Gas Station located at the junction of Hwy 62/Hwy 23.
On a cold December night in 1962, Don had a catastrophic accident during the construction of the Beaver Dam. The Lord heard his cry-Romans 10:10-"Call on the name of the Lord and you shall be saved". The doctors told his family he would not make it through the night, however God had plans for him and he walked out of the hospital 7 days later.
Don worked in heavy construction and pipelines which allowed him to travel all over the country, Mexico and Canada.
He was Equipment Superintendent on the Alaska Pipeline from 1975-1978, and orchestrated the largest airlift at that time of 1000's of tons of heavy equipment in the Thompson Pass section.
Don owned and operated Don's Machine Shop in Big Spring, TX for many years before moving back to Eureka Springs in the late 1980's.
He owned and operated Golden Precision Machine in Eagle Rock MO from 1988 to the present. He also owned and operated White Dove Manor Bed and Breakfast in Eureka Springs, AR from 1992-2008.
Don was very knowledgeable and respected in the marine business and taught engine rebuilding classes to other marine technicians in Florida and Tulsa, OK over the years.
The last 30 years of his life he was known as a "Pastor to Pastors" and supported and uplifted others work. He traveled frequently to preach and teach the Word of God.
Don married
his loving wife, Jane, on June 14, 1999, who survives. He has one son, Cabel Mackie and his wife Cindy of Big Spring, TX; one step-son, Josh Tennis and his wife SaraJane and grandson Jackson, of Holiday Island, AR and extended family and friends.
Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 26, 2014, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Freddy Blevins and Gerry Bryant will conduct the services.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until service time Wednesday in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville.
Contributions may be made to Gideons International in memory of Don.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141
Ida "Ruth" Higgs
(February 20, 1912 - November 25, 2014)
Ida “Ruth” (Granger) Higgs of Cassville passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2014. Ruth was born February 20, 1912, on a farm near Simco, Missouri to Josie (Gailey) Granger and John Sanford Granger. Most of Ruth’s schooling was in Rocky Comfort, Missouri, but the family moved to Joplin during her senior year and she graduated from Joplin High School. She attended Northeastern State Teacher’s College in Tahlequah, Oklahoma and taught school in Rocky Comfort. She also worked at Christmans’ (Macy’s) Department Store in Joplin for 34 years.
On July 1, 1946, she married
Larry “Red” Miller and they resided in Monett, Missouri. They enjoyed fishing and watching all sports together – local and national - especially football. She was active in Monett’s civic affairs – assisted in taking the 1950 census, was a clerk in all the elections and was treasurer of Larry’s Railroad Engineer’s Union. Upon Larry’s death, she returned to Business College in Joplin and then she met another red head, Chester “Buck” Higgs. They were married
June 2, 1962, and together they ran a cattle farm near Wheaton, Missouri. Ruth enjoyed being around people and because of that she accepted a job at Fanning’s Department Store in Cassville and stayed on when it became Smith’s Department Store. Her sense of humor and friendliness made her dear to not only the owners and staff but also to each customer she assisted. Ruth and Buck were active members of the new Hope Baptist Church near Wheaton and because of her love of music, she was the church pianist for decades. She served as election clerk for many elections, was a member of the Wheaton Senior Citizens and assisted in the 1970 census in that area. Ruth often traveled with family and was privileged to experience Colorado and Disney Land as well as explore Hawaii, Australia and New Zealand.
She was preceded in death by her father; mother; two brothers, Hubert and Virgil; her husband, Buck, as well as her stepson, Joe Higgs, who she loved like her own son. She is survived by a sister, Ruby Mills and her husband, Con; a step daughter-in-law, Jackie Higgs; a step daughter, Betty Lamberson and her husband, Ralph; five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; as well as five nephews and nieces, that Ruth loved as if they were her own children.
Visitation is at 10:00 A.M. Friday, November 28, 2014, in Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville followed by services at 11:00 A.M. Pastors Charles Stults and Virgil Beck will conduct the services. Burial will be in Maplewood cemetery, Exeter, Missouri.
Contributions may be made to New Hope Baptist Church, 14284 Farm Road 1050, Exeter, Missouri 65647, Peachwood Manor Home, 15895 State Highway 76, Cassville, Missouri 65625 or Hospice, 845 Highway 60, Suite A, Monett, Missouri 65708.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141
Jessica Ryan Morgan
(April 7, 1997 - November 23, 2014)
Jessica Ryan Morgan, age 17, of Washburn, Missouri, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014, in Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri.
She was born April 7, 1997, in Rogers, Arkansas, the daughter of Jerry and Barbara (Clark) Morgan, who survive. Also surviving are her paternal grandmother, Arlene Morgan of Seligman, Missouri; her God parents, Paul and Emma Mutta or Garfield, Arkansas; two brothers, Bradley Clark of Washburn, Missouri and Lane Morgan of Seligman, Missouri; three sisters, Brandy Hendrix and her husband, Josh, Amber Paulsen and her husband, Jesse and Ashley Wallace and her husband, Gary all of Washburn, Missouri; nieces; nephews and cousins.
Preceding her in death was her paternal grandfather, Benny Morgan.
Jessica was a senior at Southwest High School in Washburn, where she was active in F.C.A. (Fellowship of Christian Athletes), F.F.A. and National Honor Society. She also played basketball, softball and was on the track team. Some of her other activities she enjoyed were hunting, fishing and being outdoors. She was a member of Washburn First Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon Saturday, November 29, 2014, in Southwest High School Gymnasium at Washburn under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville. Rick Hendrix will conduct the services. Burial will be in Seligman cemetery at Seligman, Missouri.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Friday in Southwest High School Gymnasium at Washburn.
Contributions in memory of Jessica may be made to the Jessica Morgan Memorial Fund %Freedom Bank of Cassville or Seligman.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141
Ernest E. Cowherd
(July 6, 1923 - November 27, 2014)
U.S. Veteran
Ernest E. Cowherd, 91, of Purdy, MO passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2014 at his family farm near Purdy, Missouri. Ernest was born to Guy Brentwood Cowherd and Stella (Houck) Cowherd on July 6, 1923.
Ernest attended the University of Arkansas-Fayetteville until he was drafted into military service in WW II. He was assigned to an infantry brigade serving in Mindanao, Philippines where he was wounded while on patrol. His service was recognized by several battle awards, including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.
Ernest was discharged from the military in 1946, and returned to his beloved farm near Purdy. He married
Mary Jeanette Eden on May 2, 1948 and pursued his passion for raising registered Holsteins. Ernest was a life time member of the National Holstein Association and was inducted into the MU Extension Dairy Hall of Fame. He served on the Cassville Board of Education, and also served as a long-time member of the Federal Land Bank Board of Directors.
Ernest was a committed Christian and he was a loyal member of the Cassville United Methodist Church for over 50 years. His entire life exemplified his faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, William Wilson Cowherd and one sister, Naomi Ellis.
He is survived by his loving wife, Mary J. Cowherd, sons, James “Gene” Cowherd (Barbara), Robert Cowherd (Lou), Charles Cowherd, Don Cowherd (Cheri), John Cowherd (Lynne), and Randy Cowherd, and daughter Jeanette Cowherd. Grandchildren are Sarah Kerner, Mary Frances Cady, Rees Cowherd, Adam Cowherd, Andrew Cowherd, Katie Tegerdine, Paul Cowherd, Wilson Cowherd, Sam Cowherd, Sally Cowherd, Mary Grace Cowherd, Nina Cowherd, Stephanie Cowherd and Claire Cowherd. Great grandchildren are Riley, Grayson, Valentine, Benjamin, Ella, Anna, Jack, Kali, Josiah, Samuel, Emily, Luke, and Connor. Two brothers-in-law are Dr. David Eden and Jonathan Eden.
Visitation will be held at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville, Missouri on Sunday, November 30th, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Services will be held at the Cassville United Methodist Church on Monday, December, 1st at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant cemetery, Butterfield.
Memorial donations may be made to the Cassville United Methodist Church Building Fund.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141
Debra "Debbie" Diane Phelps
(November 24, 1955 - December 2, 2014)
Debra Diane “Debbie” Phelps, age 59, of Ridgley, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2014, in her home.
She was born November 24, 1955, in Barry County, Missouri the daughter of Olen and Gladys (Slagle) Brattin, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were one brother, Howard Brattin and one sister, Vinita Smith.
Surviving are one son, Travis Phelps and his wife, Erin of Seminole, Florida; one daughter, Kim Bieber and her husband, Billy of Mt. Vernon, Missouri; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Glen and BJo Phelps of Wheaton, Missouri; five brothers, Kenneth Brattin of Exeter, Missouri, Ronald R. Brattin of Greenwood, Missouri, Lester Brattin and his wife, Shereline all of Greenwood, Missouri, Gary Brattin and his wife Janell of Exeter, Missouri and Mark Brattin and his wife, Robin of Exeter, Missouri; two sisters, Olena Harvey and her husband, Tommy of Hindsville, Arkansas and Christine Parks and her husband, Larry of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; two sisters-in-law, Faye Brattin of Holden, Missouri and Jill Hudson and her husband, Doug of Rocky Comfort, Missouri; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Debbie, as most people knew her, grew up in Ridgley and received her education at Wheaton, Missouri, where she graduated from high school. For several years she was employed at Fasco and was currently employed at Mercy Hospital – Cassville. When she was younger she enjoyed playing softball. Some of her favorite pastimes were watching her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews at sporting events and watching and cheering the St. Louis Cardinals.
She was a member of Ridgley Baptist Church, where services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 6, 2014, under direction of McQueen Funeral Home, Wheaton. Pastor Tony Ball and Dale Forgey will conduct the services.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Friday at Ridgley Baptist Church.
Contributions may be made to Ridgley Baptist Church Backpack Program or Cassville Food Pantry.
McQUEEN FUNERAL HOME
Wheaton, Missouri
417-652-7268
Billy "Bill" Arthur Norman
(August 19, 1929 - December 2, 2014)
Billy “Bill” Arthur Norman, 85, died December 2, 2014. He was born August 19, 1929, to Arthur Gray Norman and Greta Mae Smith in Pomona California. He is preceded in death by two amazing women: his beloved Juanita Marcine Morgan Norman, 1989; sweet Teresa Ortiz, 1992, and his precious grandson, Jared William Lewis.
Even though his life started from humble beginnings, Bill lived a full and happy life. Bill married
Marcine during their senior year of high school in 1947. They quickly started adding to their family with two children being born over the next two years. Bill was a devoted husband and father.
Bill had an easy smile and quick wit, immediately making those around him laugh. His love of cars was always in the conversation; what was he driving, what he had his eye on and what the next adventure was. Even in his last years traveling with his daughter, he could tell you every make and model he saw and was not happy when he finally had to give up his keys and his car had to be sold.
Bill put his smile and charisma to work and went on to hold several occupations including a milkman, insurance salesman, employee at Bendix Corp, and a Real Estate Broker. He was also very proud to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and would serve in many positions within the church including High Priest group leader in Blue Springs, Missouri and the Bishop in Odessa, Missouri.
During his life he would serve two missions for the church as well. Bill and Marcine served eighteen months in the New Zealand Christchurch mission. Later he also served with second wife Teresa in the Dominican Republic Santiago Mission. After the loss of Teresa, he took care of his sister and later his mother, until they both passed away. He continued to stay active in the church, serving in the Arizona Temple as a volunteer for many years, visiting church members and attending meetings in Sun City, Arizona where he had retired.
As his health deteriorated, his daughter moved him to Missouri to be closer to family. He continued to smile and touch many lives in Peachtree Assisted living, Holly House, and Brighten Ridge.
Bill is survived by his son, William Thomas Norman (Deanna Gordon Norman) of North Kansas City; daughter, Sharon Marie Norman Lewis (Samuel W. Lewis) of Shell Knob, Missouri; grandchildren: Jamie Norman Jensen, Shelley Norman, Zachary Norman, Sean Lewis, Seth Lewis and eight great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 6, 2014, in Blue Springs cemetery, Blue Springs, Missouri. His son, William Thomas Norman will conduct the services.
Cremation arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funreal Home, Shell Knob.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Shell Knob, Missouri
417-858-3151
Dorothy K. Smith
(November 13, 1921 - December 7, 2014)
Dorothy K. (Klootwyk) Burford Smith, age 93, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2014, at the home of her son, Craig Burford.
She was born November 13, 1921, in rural Knoxville, Iowa, the daughter of Fred W. and Ethel L. (Sutherland) Klootwyk. On July 29, 1942, she was united in marriage to Walter V. Burford, who preceded her in death on March 8, 1971. She later married
Thomas Smith, who is also deceased. Others preceding her in death were her parents; two brothers, Robert Klootwyk and Lester Klootwyk and two sisters, Mary Stevens and Winifred Balmer.
Surviving are one son, Craig Burford and his wife, Dr. Carolyn (Hunter) Burford of Cassville, Missouri; one brother, Ralph Klootwyk and his wife, Pauline of Knoxville, Iowa; three sisters, Esther Schnicker and her husband, Dick of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Dixie Larpenter of Des Moines, Iowa, and Doris Marshall of Knoxville, Iowa; three grandchildren, Stephanie, Courtney and Brett and one great grandson, Russell Burford.
Dorothy grew up and received her education in Knoxville, Iowa, where she graduated from high school. She was employed twenty years, with Western Electric, where she retired in 1981. She was a life member of Telephone Pioneer Electric of America. Much of her life was spent in Independence, Missouri and after her retirement she moved to Lynn Haven, Florida. Ten years ago she moved to Cassville, Missouri to make her home. She was an avid Bingo player.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday, December 13, 2014, in Winfield Funeral Home, Knoxville, Iowa. Brent Hanna will conduct the services. Burial will be in Graceland cemetery, Knoxville, Iowa.
The family will receive friends from 12:30 P.M. until service time Saturday in Winfield Funeral Home, Knoxville, Iowa.
Local arrangements are under direction of Fohn Funeral Home, Cassville.
FOHN FUNERAL HOME
Cassville, Missouri
417-847-2141
