Steelville Star-Crawford Mirror, Steelville, Crawford Co. MO Local Obituaries for the Week of June 22, 2000 Cynthia Lois Jennings Cynthia Lois Jennings was born Friday, January 3, 1958 in Texarkana, Texas to Jack David Chandler and Dorothy Mae O'Neal Chandler and departed this life Monday, June 12, 2000 at the age of 42 years 5 months and 9 days. Cynthia married Michael Jennings on April 21, 1990 in Everett, Washington and to this union one daughter Alisha was born. Cynthia worked as an assembler in an electronic factory before moving to Steelville, MO. and recently worked as a waitress at River Mist Restaurant. She enjoyed camping, motorcycle riding, horseback riding, water skiing, and as a child in junior high played softball and won several awards. Cynthia recently attended the Rivers of Life Fellowship Church in Steelville, where she ask Jesus into her heart. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, and two infant brothers. Those who remain to mourn her passing are her loving husband Michael Jennings and daughter Alisha Mae Jennings, her loving father and mother Jack and Dorothy Chandler of Yuma, AZ; her brothers Jack David Chandler Jr. of Marysville, WA; and Stenven James Chandler and wife Cherl of Marysville, WA; and her sister Debra M. Pena of Riverside, CA; Her brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Pat and Ron Merritt of Steelville, MO; Jim and Brenda Jennings of Anacortes, WA; George and Glenna Jennings of Lebanon, MO; John Jennings of Wooly, WA; and Robert and Yonie Jennings of Anacortes, WA; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends all who will sadly miss and fondly remember Cynthia Lois Chandler Jennings. Visitation was held on June 15, 2000 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hutson Funeral Home in Steelville, Missouri. Funeral services were held at the Hutson Funeral Chapel in Steelville, Missouri, on June 15, 2000 at 2 p.m. with Pastor David Cartee officiating. Pallbearers were Mark Earney, Alan Franklin, Matthew Franklin, Goerge Jennings, Michael Jennings, and Haskel Stegall. All arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, Mo. Mary Ellen Clark Mary Ellen Bueltmann Clark was born March 5, 1954 in St. Louis, Mo. to Paul and Eileen (Barker) Bueltmann and departed this life June 14, 2000 at the St. James Nursing Home, St. James, Mo. at the age of 46 years 3 months and 9 days. Mary Ellen graduated from Riverview Gardens High School, June 17, 1973, in St. Louis, Mo. She married Brian Clark on October 14, 1977 and to this union two daughters were born. She loved the outdoors and animals, she showed Gated Horses and won several ribbons and trophies. She enjoyed music and liked to draw. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, David Bueltmann. Those who remain to mourn her passing are her loving children Karen Clark Henke and husband Philip of Steelville, Mo. and Tammy Clark of Steelville, Mo. Brian and her special friend Anne Clark. Two brothers, Paul E. Bueltmann and wife Jinny of Waianae, Hawaii and Richard Bueltmann and wife Gloria of St. Louis, Mo., and one sister-in-law Candy Bueltmann of Iola, TX. Her mother-in-law Edie Derda of Steelville, Mo. Her brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry Clark and wife Sue of St. Louis, Mo.; Keith Clark of Steelville; and Kreg Derda and wife Judy of Stanton, Missouri. Nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends, all who will sadly miss and fondly remember Mary Ellen Bueltmann Clark. Visitation was held Saturday, June 17, 2000 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hutson Funeral in Steelville, Mo. Funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 17, 2000 at the Hutson Funeral Chapel in Steelville, Mo. with Rev. Kurt Simmons and Pastor Alan Franklin officiating. Burial was in the Derda Family Cemetery in Butts, Mo. All arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, Mo. Anna Karpowecz Reel Anna Karpowecz Reel of Cuba, Mo. was born in Poland on January 22, 1911 and passed away on June 12, 2000 at Cuba, Mo. at the age of 89 years 4 months and 20 days. Anna was a member of the Catholic Faith and attended Holy Cross Church of Cuba, Mo. until her health failed her. She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Edward Karpowecz. Those who survive to mourn her passing from this life are her loving husband Wilbur Reel; one son Frank Karpowecz and wife Ann; grandchildren Frank Karpowecz and wife Sheila, James Karpowecz and wife Paula, Michael, Kenny, Billy, Eddie and Cindy Karpowecz; step-grandchildren Sheri Pogorzelski and husband John, Jerry Montgomery and wife Nancy and James Montgomery; one brother Charles Chamanick; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends. Anna was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, good friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. Memorial Services for Anna Karpowecz Reel was held on Monday, June 19, 2000 at 2 p.m. at the Britton Chapel, Cuba, Mo. with Father Bob Duesdieker officiating. All arrangements were under the direction of the Britton Funeral Home of Cuba, Mo. Randy Lee Brand Randy Lee Brand was born Wednesday, October 15, 1958, at Rolla, Mo., a son of the late George W. Brand, Sr. and Marilee Brand (nee Cartee). He entered eternal rest Friday, June 9, 2000, at his home in Steelville, Mo., at the age of 41 years, 7 months and 24 days. On April 12, 1981, Randy was united in marriage to Linda Barrows. One daughter, Crystal, was born to this union. Among those who remain to mourn his passing are his wife Linda Brand of Mesa, Arizona; his daughter, Crystal and husband Bruce Williams of Steelville, Mo.; one brother, George W. Brand, Jr. of Gerald, Mo.; a step-brother, Vincent Halbert and wife Peggy of Cuba, Mo. Mother-in-law and father-in-law, Irvin and Wilma Barrows of St. Ann, Mo.; two aunts, Delight Kehr of Steelville, Mo. and Norma Pearline Whittingham of Phoenix, Arizona, and one uncle Leroy Brand of Steelville, Mo.; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Randy Lee Brand lay in state 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 13, 2000, at the Britton Brothers Funeral Home, Steelville, Mo. Funeral services were held 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2000, in the Britton Chapel with Rev. Andy Gray officiating. Committal prayers and interment were in Steelville Cemetery, Steelville, Mo. Pallbearers were Robin Bell, Marty Laser, Shawn Nivens, Moses Sterling, Bruce D. Williams and Bruce L. Williams. Arrangements were under the direction of the Britton Funeral Home, Steelville, Mo. Michael L. Stotler Michael L. Stotler was born September 30, 1942 in Steelville, Mo. and passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2000, after a long illness, at the age of 57 years, eight months and 13 days. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Sharon S. Stotler, nee Herren, a son Matthew L. Stotler, of the home, a daughter, Heather and her husband Tom Scharer, Bridgeton, and his parents Louie and Audra Stotler, of Stellville. He was a dear brother-in-law, uncle, nephew and friend to his many customers. Michael was an alumni of Steelville R-3 High School and a barber by profession. He and his wife made their home in Hazelwood. He was a member of American Legion Post #4444 in Florissant. Funeral services were held Friday, June 16 at 9 a.m. at Hutchens Mortuary in Florissant. He was laid to rest with full military rites at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. Pamela Jean Olms Land Pamela Jean Olms Land was born February 9, 1960 in St. Louis, Mo. to Jack and Venita Mae Marston Olms and departed this life June 11, 2000 at her parents home east of Steelville, Mo. at the age of 40 years, 4 months and 2 days. Pamela attended Steelville Schools. Pamela married Harold "Ricky" Land on August 13, 1977 and to this union one son was born. They later adopted their granddaughter April Janet Land. She and Ricky made their home together in Cherryville, Mo. for 23 years. Pamela accepted the Lord and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Steelville, Mo. She worked for Brown Shoe Company before its closure, and later worked for San Val Book Binding Company and the Steelville Schools before her health failed her. She enjoyed collecting Beanie Babies and loved her grandchildren and family very much. Pamela was preceded in death by her grandparents. Those who remain to mourn her passing are her loving husband Ricky Land of Cherryville, Mo.; her loving children Ricky Joe Land and wife Katie of Steelville, Mo., and April Janet Land of the home; one grandson Ricky Joe Land, Jr.; her parents, Jack and Venita Olms of Steelville, Mo. Her brothers and sisters, Debbie Gladden and husband Joe of Burke, Virginia, Janet Olms of Cuba, Mo., Jack Olms and wife Deena of Hurst, Texas, Donna Olms of Cuba, Mo., Mike Olms of Steelville, Mo. and Valley Becker and husband Jimmy of Steelville, Mo. Her brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws, Judy Wade of Steelville, Mo., Gary Weaver of Berryman, Mo., Linda and Bill Missey of Berryman, Mo. and Kathy Ramsey of Cuba, Mo.; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends all who will sadly miss and fondly remember Pamela Jean Olms Land. Visitation was held on June 13, 2000 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Hutson Funeral Home in Steelville, Mo. Funeral services were held at the Hutson Funeral Chapel in Steelville, Mo. on June 14, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Delmar B. Hutson officiating. Pallbearers were Paul Sweeney, Warren Combs, Bill Missey, Jimmy Becker, Joe Gladden, and Rick Heitz. Valerie Hutson played the piano and sang How Great Thou Art and Jesus Is Tenderly Calling. All arrangements under the direction of the Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, Mo. Wilbur Russell Price Wilbur Russell Price, 83, of Owensville, died Sunday, June 11, 2000, at Frene Valley Healthcare south of Owensville. He was born on November 19, 1916, in Bland, a son of James and Emma Eatheron Price. He married Melba E. Loeb on August 1, 1936, at St. Peter's UCC in Owensville. She preceded him in death. Mr. Price is survived by two daughters, Marcella Smith of O'Fallon, and Rosalie Winkelmann and her husband, Harvey of Cuba; two sisters, Esther Rehmert and Elda Hart of Bland; one half-brother, Junior Loeb, Owensville; four grandchildren, Perry Smith and his wife Cheryl, Fenton, Rita Conaway and her husband Brandon, Windemere, Florida, Kelly Conte, San Diego, California, and Kent Winkelmann, Chesterfield, Mo.; three great-grandchildren, Devin and Kurtiss Smith and Kylie Conaway; and one step-great-grandchild, Eric Sabourin. He was preceded in death by one brother, Raymond Price; one half-brother, Lawrence Hosfeld; and one half-sister, Eleanor Fuchs. He was a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ in Bem. Services were held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 14, at St. John's United Church of Christ in Bem, with the Rev. Todd Hackman officiating. Burial was in the Owensville City Cemetery. Arrangements were made under the direction of Gttenstroeter Funeral Home in Owensville. --------- Reprinted with permission from the Obituary page of the Steelville Star-Crawford Mirror Web site. ==================================================================== USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. 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