EDITH ESTA HARDISON
Edith Esta Hardison, 84, of El Dorado Springs, passed away on Friday morning, August 11, 2000 at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital. She was born on January 6, 1916, in Prescott, AR, the daughter of Thomas B. and Mae Hardison.
Edith graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School, going on to the School of Nursing at the Deaconess Hospital in Oklahoma city, where she graduated with honors. She was a good student, making high grades throughout school.
Edith was a gentle, caring person whom enjoyed serving others. She gave many hours of volunteer service. She took the Bible literally where it says, "In honor preferring one another."
She was a person with high morals and strong religious convictions. She loved our Lord and spent much time alone.
Survivors include her brother, Woodrow Hardison and his wife, Lucille, of El Dorado Springs; her sister, Ruth Curtis of Belton and nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 14, at the Hackleman Chapel with Reverend Raymond Yarnell officiating. Musical selections were provided by Mike and Linda Jamison. Interment was in the Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral home. Pallbearers were Gary Hardison, Tom Curtis, Tom Brewer, Leland Trussell, Edward Spencer and Lester Englund.

RAYMOND HENSLEY
Raymond Hensley, 83, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 13, at the Community Nursing Home. He was born in Warner, OK on Aug. 9, 1917, the son of Chesley and Lenora Curry Hensley.
Raymond moved to Yuba City, CA in 1933 and became a large farmer and rancher in Sutter County. He was one of the founders and a member of the Sutter County Sheriff's Mounted Posse for years.
Raymond was a United State World War II veteran.
Raymond relocated to El Dorado Springs in 1991.
He is survived by his wife, Jessie of the home; one son, Don York of El Dorado Springs; one daughter, Raylene Palacz of Paradise, CA.; one sister, Lucy Hensley of Santa Rosa, CA.; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Raymond was preceded in death by his four brothers, Newton, James, Thomas and H.B.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 16, at Hopewell Cemetery near Montrose with Jeff Randleman officiation. Internment will be in the Hopewell Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home.

VINCIL WAYNE ELLIS
Vincil "Wayne" Ellis, 68, El Dorado Springs, passed away Friday evening Aug. 4, 2000 at Moore-Few Nursing home in Nevada, after a stoke put him into a deep sleep in June.
He was born in Cedar County on Aug. 22, 1931, the only child of the late Charley and Ethelene (Wallace) Ellis who had a farm in Cedar County near Olympia. He was married Nov. 25, 1961, to Doris Evelyn Coleman and became the step-father to her children and has been a loving father to Ricky D. White and Vicky D. (White) Livengood for the past 39 years.
Wayne served his country in the United States Army. He was employed over 35 years at Mid-America Dairy until his retirement. There he leaves many close friends.
Wayne had many hobbies he loved- hunting, fishing, taxidermy, farming and traveling to name a few.
Surviving are his wife, Doris, his kids, Rick D. White and Vicky D. (White) Livengood; five granddaughters- Jackie, Allyscia, Lacy, Nicky and Emily, all of Nevada. Daughter-in-law, Vicky McFarland White, who was his primary care giver while in Moore-Few, "Bless You Vicky", an ex-son-in-law, Brent Livengood, who was family for 18 years, cousins- Carl McCallister, Terry Wallace, Carole Wallace, Neva Huff and Dean Gray, all in the area, and aunt Eva Stemper, El Dorado Springs. Other relatives and many friends he will be missed by all who love him.
Vincil Wayne Ellis will have his ashes scattered in the mountains as he wished, with no services. Cards or flowers may be sent in care of Vicky Livengood, 301 S. Oak #3 Nevada, MO 64772.

EVERETT MARION HALLAM
Everett Marion Hallam, 83, the son of Charles D. and Minnie May (O'Fallon) Hallam was born Dec. 16, 1916, in Dederick and passed from this life on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2000, at the Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City.
Everett attended school in Harwood, and was one of the graduates of the Class of 1935. After graduation Everett served and worked in the Civilian Conservation Corps before entering the military in 1942 serving in the Army Air Force. It was while serving our country in England that Everett met and married Joan F. Croston on May 7, 1945, in Newton-le-Willows. After the war, Everett returned to the United States with his bride moving to the Harwood area to begin farming. To their union four children were born, two sons and two daughters. Everett served for several years as a school board member for the Schell City school district, as well as being a member of the Harwood Royal Neighbors and attending the Harwood Methodist Church. His hobbies included fishing, reading and being with his family.
Survivors include two sons, Louis Hallam- Nixa and Kenneth Hallam- Harwood; two daughters, Donna Harding- Muskogee, OK and Karen Coy-Harwood; one half-sister, Ruby Carter Yale, OK, 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Everett was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and his wife, Joan, who passed away Nov. 23, 1989.
Services were held Monday, Aug. 14, at the United Methodist Church in Schell City with Pastor Frank Claiborne officiating. Musical selections were provided by Diane Eslinger and Ida Vee Clairborne. Pallbearers were Jerry Coy, Joey Coy, Ryan Hallam, Rodger Wheeler, Tristan Hallam and David Holden. Honorary pallbearers were Red Bellinghausen, B.D. Dickbreder, Tom Smith, Joe Bell and Devon Prescott. Interment was in the Lefler Cemetery in Harwood, with military honors provided by the Western Missouri Area Military Funeral Honors Program. Services were under the direction of the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home, in Schell City. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association in care of the funeral home.

KENNETH L. WITHEM
Kenneth was blessed with a very large immediate and extended family of 22 brothers and sisters. They have maintained their strong sense of family through the years by attending regular family reunions. Ken loved those opportunities to visit, laugh and catch up on family news. He enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, listening to vintage country music and traveling.
Ken began his lifelong love of cars and working with machinery in adolesence. He went on to be an auto mechanic in the U.S. Marine Corps and served on Guan, Okinawa and China during WWII.
He was never a man to complain about the bumps in the road. He just calmly drove over them and drove on. He wasnt a man to gossip or belittle others. He was not a person to ever raise his voice in anger at another person.
One of the luckiest days of his life was June 25, 1957, when he married the woman he had fallen in love with, Viola. Vi had two small daughters, Lousie and Sandy. From the moment they were married, he also had two daughters. This week those two daughters are saying goodbye to the best father imaginable. They feel truly blessed with his love, his sense of humor and his goodness. He is, and always will be their definition of a good man.
Ken had a marvelous sense of humor that remained with him through his final days. Often during his hospitalization, his humor cheered up those who came to cheer him up. On Dec. 23, 1934 he was baptized at Logan Christian Church in Logan, Iowa. On Aug. 9, 2000 he went home to be with the Lord.
Kenny will be deeply missed by his family and friends who have gathered this week to mourn his passing. A moving memorial service was given by Brother G.H. Sublett at the First Baptist of El Dorado Springs.

DAVID RYHS GERMEN
David Rhys Germen, 44, Nevada, passed away Jan. 22, 2001, at St. John Regional Medical Center, Joplin.
He was born Nov. 11, 1956, in San Pablo, CA, to Ellis and June Handley Germen. In August 1979 he married Leslie K. Pullin in Miami, OK.
Mr. Germen was a graduate of the Fort Scott Community College School of Nursing. He was employed as a registered nurse until complications of kidney failure no longer permitted him to work.
Survivors include his wife, Leslie, of the home; a son, Nathen Germen, of the home; a step-son, Jason Long, of the home; a daughter, Connie Townsen-Idaho; his mother, June Germen-El Dorado Springs; one brother, Martin Germen-Oregon; three sisters - Merry Bogart - Pinole, CA, Rebecca Achord - Kuna, ID and Laurel Bryant - California. He was preceded in death by his father, Ellis Germen, and one brother, Chris Germen.
Private services will be held at a later date with arrangement by Evergreen Memorial Chapel, Nevada. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Evergreen Memorial Chapel P.O. Box 894, Nevada, MO 64772.

CHARLES E. BRESHEARS
Charles E. Breshears, 91, El Dorado Springs, passed away Sunday, Jan. 21, 2001, at his home. He was born Sept. 30, 1909. He was an Army Veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Johnny Breshears; and one sister, Daisy Osborne. He is survived by one niece, Alice Marles, Terrehaut, IN.
A graveside service was held Saturday, Jan. 27, 2001, at Fisher Cemetery near Preston under the direction of the Sheldon Funeral Home.

MATTHEW BENJAMIN GAINES
Matthew Benjamin Gaines, 17, the son of David Keith and Carol Ruth (Vacca) Gaines was born Feb. 24, 1984, in Nevada and passed from this life on Thursday, March 22, 2001, at the Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada.
Matt, who was currently a junior at Northeast Vernon County High School lived his entire life in Schell City and was always known for his warm, friendly and upbeat personality. Matt was also a lifelong Christian, growing up in the Schell City Christian Church before moving to the Park Street Christian Church in El Dorado Springs where he became active in their youth program. He was baptized there in January 1997. Recently he had been attending the Horton Methodist Church where his maternal grandparents are members.
Matt loved sports of all kinds, enjoyed video hames, the Beatles, contemporary Christian music and putting models together. Matt was also a past member of the Schell City 4-H Club. Just over a year ago he began driving--a 1984 Mercury Marquis, a car made the same year he was born. But the highlight of Matt's life came last year when the "Make-A-Wish" Foundation granted his wish for him and his family to travel to Alabama to the Talladega Speedway for the Nascar Finals. It was there that he met the drivers and was photographed with Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Despite Matt's medical problems, this was a young man who always looked for the positive in everything and everyone. His life should be a testimony to all of us, the way he faced adversity should teach us all a lesson.
Survivors include his parents, David and Carol Gaines, of the home in Schell City; his brother, Joshua Gaines, also of the home; his paternal grandparents, Deloris and Ken Hiebert, Winona, MO; his maternal grandparents, Wayne and Patty Vacc, Horton; his great grandmother, Evangel Head, Puxico, MO; his aunts and uncles; Chris and Laurie Gaines and Kathi Lunday; and cousins; Aaron Gaines, Shane and Hannah Lunday and James Lundy; other relatives and many, many friends. Matt was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Gaines, and his grandmother, Ruth Vacca.
Services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 25, 2001, at the Schell City Christian Church with Pastors Jeff Randleman and Genevieve Guinn officiating. Musical selections of "In The Garden" and "Apples of Gold" were chosen. Pallbearers were Jared Hurley, Wilbur Price, Dustin Dowdell, Jerry Albin, Kendall Ogburn and Larry Buckles. Interment was in the Green Lawn Cemetery in Schell City under the direction of the Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home, Schell City. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Make-A-Wish Foundation in care of the Farmers State Bank, Schell City.

CECIL LAURENCE LANE
Cecil Laurence Lane, 69, Lamar, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2001.
He was born July 3, 1931, near Filley to Cecil Leslie Lane and Dot Blanch Mason Lane. He had resided in Barton County for seven years.
On Aug. 3, 1957, he married Joyce Elaine Bland.
Mr. Lane was an Air Force veteran from the Korean and Vietnam wars. He retired as a vehicle maintenance supervisor at Nevada Habilitation Center.
He is survived by three children - Steve Lane and wife, Glenda - Tulsa, OK, Michael Lane - Lamar and Michelle Perkins and husband, Jack - El Dorado Springs; one granddaughter, Tina; and step-grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer Davis, Tulsa.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Elaine Bland; two brothers, Donald Lane and Theo Lane; and two sisters, Ailsa Lane Ray and Phylis Lane Hale.
Visitation will begin at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 8, at Daniel Funeral Home, Lamar. There will be no service. Cremation was Feb. 28.
Contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

MARY LOU JANES
Mary Lou Janes, 67, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2001.
Mary, the daughter of Fred and Goldie Crystal, was born on Oct. 1, 1933, in Forst Scott, KS. Mary grew up on the family farm until she was united in marriage to Robert Lee Janes on Oct. 29, 1950.
Robert and Mary have made their home in El Dorado Springs for the past 37 years. Mary retired from Dunbrooke Sportsware after a career of more than 30 years. After her retirement she enjoyed donating her time to local clubs doing volunteer work and spending time with family and friends. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to others.
Mary was preceded in death by her father, Fred Crystal, and two infant brothers. She is survived by her husband, Robert Janes, of the home; her mother, Goldie Crystal, Fort Scott, KS; her daughter, Kay McPeak, and her husband, Terry, El Dorado Springs; two sisters, Lucille Phillips-Baldwin City, KS and Jean Conner-Fort Scott, KS; one brother, Ed Crystal-Liberal; her grandson, Eric McPeak, and his wife, Kelly-El Dorado Springs; her granddaughter, Misty Butterfield, and her husband, Brandon; four great-grandchildren, all of El Dorado Springs; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Wendesday, March 28, at the El Dorado Springs Cememtery with Rev. R.B. Shoemaker officiating. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home.

ARVID HENRY CARLSON
Arvid Henry Carlson, 93, passed away on Sunday morning, March 25, 2001, at the Christian Health Care in Nevada. He was born on Oct. 21, 1907, in Duluth, MN, the son of Andrew Henry and Edla Marie Carlson.
On Dec. 20, 1932, Arvid was united in marriage to Vina L. Preston. They were married for 63 years until Vina's death on Dec. 6, 1996.
Arvid and Vina made their home in El Dorado Springs for over 50 years, living in a house they had built at 500 S. Park. For a number of years, Arvid was employed by Witt's Printing Company and he also had a welding shop at his home for several years.
A member of the First Baptist Church of El Dorado Springs, Arvid was also a veteran of the United States Army.
Besides his wife, Arvid was preceded in death by four brothers and sisters. Survivors include his niece, Karen Story-Nevada; three nephews-Jerry Preston-California, Johnny Preston-Nevada and Ron Sibley-El Dorado Springs; great nieces and nephews.
Serivces were held on Tuesday morning, March 27, at the Hackleman Chapel with Rev. G.H. Sublett officiating. Musical selections were provided by Faith Trussell. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Johnny Preston, Johnie Null, Tim Dade, Darren Preston, Gene Story and Jerry Stark.

CORDA MAE BLAND WITT
Corda Mae Bland Witt, 88, was born on July 21, 1912, to Stella Josephine Grimes and Joseph Israel Bland. She went to be with the Lord and Savior on Sunday morning, March 25, 2001, at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs.
Cordie, as she was know to her family and friends, was united in holy matrimony to Elmer Ray Witt on Nov. 30, 1929, at Nevada. God blessed this union with four sons os which three survive her. They are Kenneth D. Witt-Arvada, CO; E. Dwain Witt and Donald D. Witt-both of El Dorado Springs.
Cordie spent most of her life as a homemaker in St. Clair County until 1973 when she and her husband moved to El Dorado Springs. She loved her family and her church and on numerous occassions she told family members that she prayed for them daily calling each one by name. She spent many hors making beautiful quilts for her family and friends.
Cordie accepted the Lord at an early age and was a member of the Church of God (Holiness). She attended faithfully as long as her health permitted. It was a special blessing to her when all of her sons accepted the Lord. Cordie strived to instill Christian principles in her children and grandchildren and was always concerned with their spiritual well being. They were all very special to her.
Cordie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Elmer, of 63 years on March 10, 1993; an infant son, Leslie Ray; three sisters-Hazel Mays, Neva Hamilton and Neta Morlan; and one brother, Ewing Bland. In addition to her three sons, Cordie is survived by their spouses, Cleo, Bonnie and Sharon; eight grandchildren-L.D. Witt, Kevin and Kristen Witt, Kim and Keith Osterloh, Kyle and Robin Witt, Scott and Jana Witt, Jana and Randy Kerr, Stacie Bush and Terri and Dusty Schaaf; 15-great-grandchildren-Mandee and Michael Osterloh, Alex Witt, Brittany Bush, Kellen, Teryn and Jillian Kerr, Ryan, Davis, Cory and Avery Witt, Alexa and Kameron Schaaf, Taylor and Tanner Witt. Codie is also survived by two brothers, Nolan Bland-Kansas City and Clayton Bland-El Dorado Springs, one sister, Winifred Hodo-Kansas City; other relatives and a host of friends.
Cordie's place in our lives is now empty, but our memory of her will go forward with us. We will meet her again in a place where sorrow and death do not exist if we prepare as she prepared long ago.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning, March 29, 2001, at the Church of God (Holiness) with Rev. Leland Trussell and Rev. Wayne McCollough officiating.
Musical selections will be provided by Faith Trussell, Debbie Menefee and Larry Oehring. Interment will be in the El Dorado Springs Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be L.D.Witt, Kevin Witt, Kyle Witt, Scott Witt, Dusty Schaaf, Keith Osterloh and Randy Kerr.
Memorial contributions may be made to the El Dorado Springs Christian School.

DR. ARNOLD LEE MEDEARIS
Dr. Arnold Lee Medearis, 53, born Sept. 10, 1947, the son of Abe and Ruby Lee Medearis, El Dorado Springs, passed away March 20, 2001, at the University of California, Los Angeles Medical Hospital following a short illness.
Arnold graduated from the El Dorado Springs High School and later the Missouri University-Columbia, and the University School of Medicine.
He was preceded in death by his mother in 1975. Surviving are his daughters, Kattie Lee and Kristi Lea; of the home in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA; his estranged wife, Sandra Lollis Medearis, and a third daughter, Kelly Liegh Medearis of Los Angeles; his father, Abe Medearis, El Dorado Springs; aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews; cousins and many friends.
Memorial services were held Sunday, March 25, in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, following his cremation.

M. LOUISE ZIMMER
M. Louise Zimmer, 88, of Rantoul, IL, formerly of Neoga, IL, died at 1:10 p.m. March 21, 2001, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL.
She was born Dec. 28, 1912 in Clinton, IL, the daughter of Claud and Mary (Castell) Smith. On July 13, 1944, she married Lloyd B. Zimmer who preceded her in death Sept. 30, 1987.
Survivors include two sons, Thomas Baker and wife, Joan-O'Fallen, Missouri and John Baker-St. Louis; two daughters, Alice Donahue and husband, Donald-St. Louis and Donna Cole and husband, Ray-Rantoul, IL; stepson-Lawrence "Larry" P. Zimmer, and wife, Kay-El Dorado Springs; a brother, William Smith and wife, Mary-California; 13 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren including Aron P. Zimmer-El Dorado Springs; and 40 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by one brother, two sisters, and one step son, Robert L. Zimmer.
Mrs. Zimmer was a former employee of General Electric Co. in Mattoon, IL, and Kern Manufacturing Co. of Neoga. She was a member of the Gaskill United Methodist Church, built of walnut timber from Zimmer ancestor Philip's land, where she was pianist for 30 years.
Services were March 24, at the Swengel-O'Dell Funeral home in Neoga, IL with Rev. Maurice Midgley, Parris, IL officiating. Burial was in the Neoga Memorial Cemetery.

EDNA MAY DAVIS
Edna May Davis, 94, was born on Nov. 28, 1906, in St. Clair County to John Franklin Allen and Sarah Louisa Bland Allen. She passed away on July 23, 2001, at the Community Springs Nursing Home after a long illness.
On Dec. 27, 1923, Edna was united in marriage to Virgil Davis. To this union were born three children-Leola Fern, Virgil Arthur and Katherine Marie.
For several years, Edna worked beside her husband at the Cedar Springs general store, gas station and garage that they owned and operated. This was when times were simpler and family ties were strong. Edna enjoyed her family and the times they spent together. Her hobbies included quilting and crocheting. Her children and grandchildren have quilts that she made for each of them.
Edna was a member of the Church of God (Holiness) at Herriman Chapel. Her faith was strong and helped her through the toughest of times.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Virgil on Nov. 5, 1968; a sister, Stella Ellerman; two brothers, Cecil Hoard and Edward Franklin; a daughter, Katherine Marie; and two grandsons, Steven Art Barclay and Artie Dean Davis.
Survivors include her daughter, Leola Fern Barclay and her husband, John of El Dorado Springs; her son, Virgil Arthur and his wife, Bettie of El Dorado Springs; three granddaughters, Deanna Shouse and her husband, Guy, Shiela Benham and her husband, Gary, all of El Dorado Springs and Peggy Wheaton and her husband, Bob of California; seven great-grandchildren-Kent and Lee Shouse, Whitney, Margaret and Joshua Benham, all of El Dorado Springs, Christopher and Shaun Morris, both of California; and one great-grandson, Gage. Also surviving are one brother, George Allen of California; one sister, Mildred Witt of Blackjack; four step grandsons-John, Willard, Joseph and Steven Solomon; 14 step great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends.
Services were held on Wednesday afternoon, July 25, at 1 p.m. at the Hackleman Chapel with Rev. James Coleman and Rev. Milan Bourland officiating. Musical selections were provided by Vera Bourland. Interment was in the Hackleman Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Kent Shouse, Terry Allen, Larry Allen, Brent Bland, Allen Siders and Ronnie Bland. Honorary pallbearers were Lee Shouse, Whitney Benham, Margaret Benham, Joshua Benham, Christopher Morris and Shaun Morris.

EARL F. “JACK” BELCHER
Earl F. “Jack” Belcher, 85, El Dorado Springs, was born on Dec. 21, 1915, near Cedar Springs, to John Robert and Addie Lea Monroe Belcher. He passed away on July 17, 2001, in the Mt. Vernon VA Nursing Home after an extended illness.
Jack served his country during WWII, where he spent three years in the Phillipine Islands. He was decorated with a Good Conduct Medal, an American Defense Service Ribbon, a Phillipine Liberation Ribbon with one Bronze Star and also received a DAV Honorable Discharge. He was a life member of the VFW Post 257 of El Dorado Springs.
Jack was saved in a revival meeting at West Union Missionary Baptist Church in October 1955.
Jack was united in marriage to Mildred O. Simmons Reeves on March 3, 1956. They resided on a farm southeast of El Dorado Springs until Jack's health failed and they moved to town in 1988. He enjoyed working the land and tending to his livestock. Jack loved taking grandchildren fishing and playing at the creek. He found great pleasure in watching his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and the neighborhood children spend many happy hours on the farm. Many a kid learned a valuable lesson in working and turning the crank on the old ice cream freezer.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers-Homer, William, Henry and Harrison; two sisters-Elvira and Maggie; and one granddaughter, Daisy Reeves. He is survived by Mildred, his devoted wife for 45 years; his twin sister, Muriel Bowen, El Dorado Springs; four daughters-Linda Cain-Branson, Gendy Poag and Jim Cothren-El Dorado Springs, Betty and Roger Meeks-Stockton and Bonny and David Highley-Marshfield; one son, Carl and Tammy Reeves-El Dorado Springs; 22 grandchildren-Sarah, Michelle, Adam and Daniel Reeves, Brian, Corey, Doug, Amanda and Kayla Cain, Susie and Scott McCollum, Daphne Cox, Patrick, Alvin, Addie, Rayn, Emily, Ethan, Betheny and Amanda Meeks, Erin, Kristin and Jason Highley; three great-grandchildren-Tryston and Gage McCollum and Morgan Reeves. Also surviving are nieces, nephews and many friends.
Services were held on Saturday morning, July 21, at the Hackleman Chapel with Bro. Everett Smith and Bro. Norman Highley officiating. Musical selections were provided by Karen Rains. Interment was in the Lebeck Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Joe Bohrer, Larry Floyd, Dick Gregory, Corey Cain, Charles Belcher and Gerald Dobbs. Honorary pallbearers were Lloyd Bledsoe and Frank Foley.

EVA STEMPER
Lifelong Cedar County resident Eva Stemper, 101, passed away on Wednesday, July 18, 2001, at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital.
Mrs. Stemper was born on the family farm near Filley on Feb. 15, 1900, one of twin daughters born to Albert F. and Ann M. Crum Ellis. She was raised near Filley, coming to El Dorado Springs to attend high school, where she graduated with the class of 1920.
For 18 years, Mrs. Stemper taught schools in rural Cedar County, resigning her duties to care for her ailing mother. On Oct. 17, 1959, she was united in marriage to Andy Stemper. They farmed until moving to El Dorado Springs many years ago.
A charter and devoted member of the Park Street Christian Church, Mrs. Stemper enjoyed reading, working in her garden and traveling. She loved to quilt, making many beautiful quilts even after turning 100. She loved to tell stories about the early days of living in El Dorado Springs and will long be remembered for her quick wit, quiet voice and strong loving devotion to her family and friends.
Survivors include one niece, Wilma May Faver, and her husband, Sid-Alamos, CO; two nieces-in-laws, Maida Myrle Ellis-Stockton and Idoma Ellis-El Dorado Springs; two great-nieces; two great-nephews; and a host of friends, especially Louis Osborne and Wilma Carter, who helped Eva immensely after the death of Andy.
Her husband, Andy; two brother, Charlie and Bill; and four sisters-Alameda, Alta, Bessie and her twin, Iva, have preceded her in death.
Services were held on Friday afternoon, July 20, at the Park Street Christian Church with Rev. Travis Hurley officiating. Musical selections were provided by Ran Cochran. Interment was in the Greenfield Cemetery at Jerico Springs under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Jim Summers, Gene Starkey, Chuck Hurley, Oscar Carter, Ken Wood and Jack Lady. Honorary pallbearers were Louis Osborne and Vincil Warren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Park Street Christian Church.

MARY ANN ANDERSON
Mary Ann Anderson, 62, El Dorado Springs, passed away on Thursday morning, July 19, 2001, after a series of lengthy illnesses. She was born in Dewey, VA on May 26, 1939, the daughter of Lester P. and Mary M. Brugh Johnson.
Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Billy Johnson and Jimmy Johnson. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, J.B. Anderson, of the home; her daughter, Becky VanDerWoude, and her husband, Sean, El Dorado Springs; her son, Tim Anderson, Dallas, TX; one brother, A.P. (Page) Johnson, Smyrna, DE; and two sisters, Esther Hughes of Albuquerque, NM and Margaret Moses of Hurst, TX. Mary Ann is also survived by the lights of her life, her grandchildren-Meghan, Tess and Garrett; numerous adored nieces and nephews, as well as her precious great nieces and nephews.
Mary Ann was an inspiration to all those whose lives she touched and she will be greatly missed.
Services were held on Sunday afternoon, July 22, at the Hackleman Chapel with Chris Brophy and Esther Schraw officiating. Musical selections were provided by Faith Trussell. Interment was in the Tennessee Chapel Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Edward W. Applin, Steven G. Applin, Gary Hicks, Roy Hicks, Danny Thurman and Randy Thurman.

ORPHA M. CLINTON
Orpha M. Clinton, 96, Nevada, passed away Thursday, July 19 [2001], at Moore-Few Care Center.
She was born Jan. 16, 1905, in Vernon County to Floyd and Anna Bell Harper Smith. On Oct. 15, 1931, she married George Bush Clinton in Nevada.
She was a Licensed Practical Nurse employed by the Nevada State Hospital and local nursing homes. She was a lifetime Vernon County resident. She was very talented at playing the harmonica, dancing and working with her flowers.
She is survived by a son, Bob Clinton Sr., and his wife, Laura, of Walker; a granddaughter, Julie Mae Clinton; a grandson, Bob Lee Clinton and his wife, Lavina; two great-granddaughters, Tracy and Jodee Clinton; and a niece, Betty Ann Smith Pisciotta, and husband, Vince, of Milo.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Bush Clinton; two brothers, Hiner Smith and Willie Smith; and her parents.
Graveside services were Saturday, July 21, at Newton Burial Park under direction of Evergreen Memorial Chapel with Larry Brown officiating.
Memorials are suggested to Moore-Few Care Center.