SCOTTDALE, Ariz. – Dr. Edward M. Beheler passed away Jan. 24, 2026, at the remarkable age of 95½ years. Born on June 30, 1930, in Marlin, Texas, to Edward and Nona Beheler, Ed Beheler led a life marked by dedication, compassion, and service. His journey in medicine began at Tulane University, where he earned his

Mary Lee (Lankard) Cornett, 90, of St. Joseph, was born in Anderson County, Kansas, to John “Jack” and Josie (Drybread) Lankard, on Aug. 6, 1935. The family moved to Coffeyville, Kansas, in 1945 where she wed Jim Cornett on Aug. 28, 1955, and shared 41 years of marriage. Mary went to Field Kinley High School

Robin Gail Crockett, 62, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. She was born Feb. 3, 1963, in St. Joseph. She graduated from Benton High School class of 1981, and was a caretaker in the health care industry. She married Ricky on July 13, 1980. She enjoyed fishing and going to car races,

COWGILL, Mo. – Rodney Gene Gasper, 53, of Cowgill, Missouri, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at a Hamilton, Missouri, health care facility. He was born Aug. 11, 1972, in St Joseph, son of Mary and Robert Gasper. Rodney was a 1990 graduate of Mid-Buchanan High School. He worked as an Installer with both Time

Charles Edwin Hogan, 72, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in St Joseph. He was born March 2, 1953, in St. Joseph. He graduated from Lafayette High School and worked at Polsky Motors, and Hogan’s Alley in car sales. He was preceded in death by parents, Violett Hyder and Charles Hogan; daughter,

MAYSVILLE, Mo. – Frederick David Kiehl (Fred, or “Doc” to many), my dad, was given the gift of life on May 18, 1950, at University Hospital, in Columbia, Missouri, by Dr. Elmer and Helen Kiehl, both of whom preceded him in death, and he made the very most of that gift for the next 75

Ernest “Ernie” Marshall Robinson Jr., 58, of St Joseph, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care, in St. Joseph. He was born Oct. 30, 1967, in Las Vegas, Nevada, son of Janis (Mayfield) and Ernest Robinson Sr. He attended Arro Grande High School, in California, later relocating to St. Joseph. He was

Barry Lynn Huber, 78, of St. Joseph, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, in St. Joseph. He was born Dec. 3, 1947, in Dawson, Nebraska, son of the late Eula and Robert Huber. He graduated from Central High School, class of 1966. He served in the Army and is a veteran of the Vietnam War.

Herbert “Doc” Franklin Patterson, 89, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, in a St Joseph health care center. He was born Nov. 28, 1936, in Unionville, Missouri, son of the late Nellie and AB Patterson. He graduated from Unionville High School, and he worked at Prose Inc. in Bonner Springs as a

WATHENA, Kan. – Clement Anthony Greub Jr., 69, of Wathena, Kansas, passed away Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, in a St. Joseph hospital. He was born Nov. 26, 1956, in St. Joseph, son of Anita and Clement Greub Sr. Survivors include loving wife Cecelia Greub, siblings, Mary Catherin (Gary) Simpson, Roger (Paula) Greub, Barbara (Terry) Wilson,

UNION STAR, Mo. – Sandra L. Merritt, 78, Union Star, Missouri, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. She was born Oct. 10, 1947, to Charles R. and Winnifred J. (Gowen) McGlaun, in Detroit, Michigan. Sandra married Richard Eugene Merritt on Aug. 7, 1965. Sandra’s passions were humble yet brought her immense satisfaction. Her excitement over

Monica Lynn Boeh, 38, of St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. She was born on June 16, 1987, in St. Joseph, to John and Andrea Boeh. Monica graduated from St. Patrick’s grade school in 2002 and from Bishop LeBlond High School class of 2006. She then graduated from Missouri Western State University

Monica Lynn Boeh, 38, of St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. She was born on June 16, 1987, in St. Joseph, to John and Andrea Boeh. Monica graduated from St. Patrick’s grade school in 2002 and from Bishop LeBlond High School class of 2006. She then graduated from Missouri Western State University

DEARBORN, Mo. – Ronald Eugene Dennis, 64, of Dearborn, Missouri, passed away Jan. 25, 2026. He was born on Aug. 15, 1961, to Orville Lewis Dennis Sr. and Betty Lou (Trail) Dennis, in St. Joseph. Ronnie grew up in Wallace, Missouri, and attended Mid Buchanan R-5 School. Ronnie loved to hunt, including mushroom hunting and

DEARBORN, Mo. – Ronald Eugene Dennis, 64, of Dearborn, Missouri, passed away Jan. 25, 2026. He was born on Aug. 15, 1961, to Orville Lewis Dennis Sr. and Betty Lou (Trail) Dennis, in St. Joseph. Ronnie grew up in Wallace, Missouri, and attended Mid Buchanan R-5 School. Ronnie loved to hunt, including mushroom hunting and

GALLATIN, Mo. – Christopher “Chris” Michael Stith, age 71, a lifelong resident of Daviess County, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care, in St. Joseph. Chris was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law, Ronald and Dorothy Duffy; and sister-in-law, Liz Duffy. He is survived by his wife

GALLATIN, Mo. – Christopher “Chris” Michael Stith, age 71, a lifelong resident of Daviess County, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care, in St. Joseph. Chris was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law, Ronald and Dorothy Duffy; and sister-in-law, Liz Duffy. He is survived by his wife

Michael Burgess, 66, of St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at his home. He was born Dec. 2, 1959, in St. Joseph, son of Velma and William Burgess. Mike attended Benton High School. He worked as a Carpenter for many years. He enjoyed fishing, taking float trips, watching TV and enjoyed the time

Stephen Douglas Dotson, 71, of St. Joseph, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. He was born June 10, 1954, in St. Joseph. He attended McKinley Elementary, Bessie Ellison, and graduated from Central High School in 1972, then attended Missouri Western State College. He was a member of Wyatt Park Baptist Church and Sons of

LAWRENCE, Kan. – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Melvin Wayne Goin on Jan. 23, 2026, following a 13 year battle with Frontal Temporal Lobe Dementia (FTD) and Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). Melvin was a devoted husband, father, grandpa, brother, and friend. He was known for his generous spirit, sharp

STEWARTSVILLE, Mo. – Sheryl L. Long, 77, Stewartsville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. She was born Feb. 16, 1948, to Hilda Frances (Capps) and Pershing V. “PV” Willis, in Hannibal, Missouri. Sheryl was a truly joyful soul who embraced life with an open heart and a ready laugh. She was known for her

Tom McClain passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, in his home, surrounded by family. Celebration of Life and Public Livestream 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, Family Worship Center, 12293 County Road 438, Country Club Village, MO 64505. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28,

Peggy Ann Pittman (Knipe) passed peacefully into the lord’s arms surrounded by family on Jan. 21, 2026. Born Aug. 12, 1956, to Dee and Fred Knipe, she spent most of her youth going to concerts, relaxing on the beach and enjoying life to its fullest. She loved spending time with her sister and shared many

Frank R. Ramseier Frank Rolland Ramseier, 88, of St. Joseph, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. Services for Frank will be held at Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel at 3609 Frederick Ave. St. Joseph. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Jan.

Donna Marie Turk, of St. Joseph, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at a local health care facility from Alzheimer’s. She was born Aug. 17, 1948, lived a life rooted in love, service and quiet strength. An Air Force veteran, devoted wife of Duane for 59 years, and a proud local business owner, she

Mary R. Ashby, 86, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. Farewell Services and Public Livestream 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the St.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jill N. Dyche, age 81, Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. She was born Dec. 17, 1944, to Louis M. and Minnie (Zungs) Richard in Mexico, Missouri. She was raised in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, where she attended school. After graduating as Valedictorian at Excelsior Springs High

William Oliver Luce, 76, of St. Joseph, passed away Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. Services will be held Feb. 8, 2026, at Zion United Church of Christ. Visitation will be held 1 to 3 p.m. followed by a service at 3 p.m. Co-officiating Pastor Tammy Linningham and Andy Halamar. In lieu of flowers the family suggests

Denzil Leon Moore, 83, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, in a St. Joseph hospital. He was born Jan. 24, 1942, in Roy, Missouri, son of the late Ruth and Ova Moore. He graduated from Benton High School and attended the St. Joseph Junior college. He married Virginia Farrar on Aug. 26,

PLEASANT HOPE, Mo. – Gary Dean Boyles, 85, passed away Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Pleasant Hope, Missouri. He was born April 27, 1940, in Cosby, Missouri, son of Hazel Craddock. He served in the Army and worked at Cub Foods as a Dairy Manager. Gary loved trout fishing, to hunt, play the lottery and