Steelville Star-Crawford Mirror, Steelville, Crawford Co. MO
Local Obituaries for the Week of December 24, 2008



Windell “Salty” P. Bryan

Windell “Salty” P. Bryan of Steelville, Missouri was born August 4, 1924 in
Leasburg, Missouri to George and Lola Pearl (Walker) Bryan and passed away
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center in
Rolla, Missouri at the age of 84 years.
On December 18, 1948 he was united in marriage to Betty Lou Summers in
Steelville, Missouri.
“Salty” attended the Baptist Church at Leasburg when he was younger.
He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. “Salty” worked and retired from the
Missouri State Highway Department.
“Salty” was a Past Master of the Lebanon Masonic Lodge in Steelville. In his
spare time, he enjoyed the outdoors where he loved to hunt, fish and work in
his vegetable garden.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter-in-law, Fern Bryan; one
grand-daughter, Ksenia Kimberly Bryan; four brothers, Jewel Bryan, Jim Bryan,
Lindell Bouse and Russell Bryan; two sisters, Mary Katherine Low and Anna Lois
Gerling; brothers-in-law, Parker Ray and Bud Sappington, Dick McInnis and Levi
Mitchell.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years; two sons, Jerry Bryan and Terry
Bryan and wife Barbara all of Steelville, Missouri; two brothers, Thomas Bryan
and wife Shirley of Bridgeton, Missouri and Charles Bryan and wife Mary Ann of
St. Charles, Missouri; four sisters, Velma Allison of Steelville, Missouri,
Wanda Ray and Norma Ruth Sappington of St. Charles, Missouri and Georgia Bryan
of St. James, Missouri; sisters-in-law, Sherlene Bryan of St. Louis, Missouri,
Fairy Walker of Bourbon, Missouri, Ina Bouse of Steelville, Missouri, Clara Jo
Picarella and husband Louie of Crystal City, Missouri, Beverly McInnis and
Georgia Mitchell of Steelville, Missouri: brothers-in-law, Larry Gerling of
Villa Ridge, Missouri and John Summers and wife Joan of Cedar Hill, Missouri;
three grandchildren, Lisa Marie Cooper and husband Roger, Christopher Allen
Bryan and wife Pamela and Damian John Bryan; two great grandchildren, Riley
McKenna Cooper and Carter Wilson Bryan; other relatives and many friends.
Masonic rites were held Friday evening by the Lebanon Lodge of Steelville.
Funeral services were at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2008 at the Britton-
Bennett Funeral Home in Steelville, Missouri with Rev. Jerry Beers officiating.
Music of “In the Garden” and “Amazing Grace” were sung and played by Carol and
Bob Coleman. Special memories were given by Randy Mitchell.
Military honors were given by the U.S. Navy with Rob Bowness playing “Amazing
Grace” on bagpipes. Committal prayer and interment were in the Pinnell Cemetery
at Steelville, Missouri.
Serving as casket bearers were Kenny Ray, Jeff Bryan, Scott Bryan, Brian
Gerling, Mike Bryan and Kent Sappington.
Arrangements under the direction of the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of
Steelville, Missouri.



Gloria Mae Dickhoener

Gloria Mae Dickhoener, nee Chaplin, of Cuba, Missouri was born on Friday,
March 22, 1940 to Orla Chaplin and Ina Mae Massey Chaplin. She passed away
on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at the age of 68 years, 8 months, and 25 days.
Gloria married Edward Joseph Dickhoener in Reno, Nevada on April 2, 1966.
At one time, Gloria worked as a waitress at the Midway hotel and U-Save
restaurants. She also had been employed at the Donut Hole when the Chandler
family owned it in Cuba, Missouri. Most recently, she retired from San-Val
industry in Steelville, Missouri and was a cook at the Pilkenton Residential
Care facility. She was a people person and loved her family, especially her
grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one brother Jimmy Norman
and one sister Virginia Chaplin.
She is survived by her children, Richard (Janet) Pacini of Brisbane,
California, Edward J. Dickhoener II and Joyce (Kenneth) Copling, all of Cuba,
Missouri, Julie Frazier (Chaz Fox) of Maryland Heights, Missouri, and Barbara
Protte of Rolla, Missouri; brothers, Norman (Candy) Chaplin and Johnny Norman
all of Palo Alto, California; sisters, Mary Gish of Grand Junction, Colorado,
and Pauline (James) Morrison of California; brother-in-law, Stephen Dickhoener
of Pennsacola, Florida; Uncle Joe (Aunt Bea) Park of Arizona; 18 grand-
children; four great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Visitation was Friday, December 19, 2008 from 5-7 p.m. and funeral at 7 p.m.
at Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, Missouri with Rev. Dan Morrison officiating.
All arrangements under the direction of Hutson Funeral Home, Cuba, Missouri.



Joan “Joni” Ann Govro

Joan “Joni” Ann Govro, 67, of Steelville, Missouri was born July 28, 1941 in
St. Louis, Missouri to Edward and Anna (Nussbaum) Lammert and passed away
Saturday, December 13, 2008 at Gibbs Care Center in Steelville, Missouri at
the age of 67 years.
On August 19, 1985, she was united in marriage to Jim Govro.
She had been an active member of the Steelville Area Chamber of Commerce.
She and Leona Sexton designed a children’s coloring book for the chamber and
she designed the mascot logo of Rebecca and Charley. Joni helped start the
Christmas Pageant for the children and was actively involved in making the
town’s Christmas festivities a special event with her husband.
She created the logo for the Steelville Country Club. She was a member of the
Steelville Art Guild and was involved in starting the Mrs. Dogwood Pageant
where she made the first crown. Joni also helped her husband in Kiwanis.
Cindy Martin always referred to her as “My Fair Lady” because she always took
the time to do everything to perfection and paying attention to every detail.
As a young child in St. Louis, she was raised in the Catholic faith and
attended Visitation Academy. After moving to Steelville, however, she professed
her faith in Christ and considered Cindy Martin as her pastor.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 23 years; her daughter, Dawn Frank of
Brentwood, Missouri; one son, Michael Alan Smith Jr. of Joplin, Missouri;
three grandchildren, Michele, Jonathan and Ashley Ward and husband Dan; two
great-grandchildren, Ashton and Miller; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at the
Britton-Bennett Funeral Home with Cindy Martin officiating. Special music of
“Wonderful Peace,” “Shine,” “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” and “Amazing Grace”
was sung and played by Darla Vance.
Committal prayer and burial were in the Steelville Cemetery, Steelville,
Missouri.
Arrangements under the direction of the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of
Steelville, Missouri.



Pearl R. Hollingshead

Pearl R. Hollingshead of Sullivan, Missouri was born January 15, 1934 in
Leasburg, Missouri to James William Hollingshead and Florence Osa Ann
(Farrar) Hollingshead, one of 14 children and passed away Thursday,
December 11, 2008 at the age of 74 years.
He worked on cars all his life, retiring from Feese Chevrolet after 45 years.
He enjoyed bowling, putting together puzzles, hunting and fishing and Cardinal
baseball.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Oscar, Floyd and James
Hollingshead and two sisters, Lula Richardson and Agnes Hollingshead.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie L. (nee Coplin) of the family home; sons,
Randy Hollingshead and wife Terri of Sullivan, Missouri, Paul Hollingshead and
wife Patricia of Porter, Indiana, Jerry Hollingshead and wife Lois of Bourbon,
Missouri, Rodney Hollingshead and wife Lemissa of St. Clair, Missouri and Jesse
Hollingshead of Sullivan, Missouri; daughters, Judy Starks and husband Michael
of Sullivan, Missouri, Tammy Schager and husband Emil of Lonedel, Missouri and
Nancy Gilbert and husband Keith of Owensville, Missouri; brothers, David and
Charles Hollingshead; sisters, Margaret Anderson, Elsie Hedrick, Betty Hilliard,
Lillian Shomeker, Ruby Gould and Kathryn McGee; 23 grandchildren; 14 great
grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Services were conducted at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2008 at the Southside
Chapel of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, Missouri with Pastor Floyd Starks
officiating.
Burial at the Oddfellows Memorial Cemetery, Sullivan, Missouri.
All arrangements under the direction of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan,
Missouri.



Virginia L. Keeney

Virginia L. Keeney of Bourbon, Missouri was born on April 14, 1915 at Bourbon
to Eahud and Ollie Lea (Pennock) Dollar and passed away at her home on
Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at the age of 93 years.
Mimi, as she was known to her family and friends was a life-long resident of
Bourbon and on August 9, 1933 was united in marriage to Heber O. Keeney.
Together they owned and operated the former Tomboy grocery store in Bourbon,
Missouri. They later sold the market and Virginia became a cashier at the
same location.
After a time, she and her husband operated a trailer court in Bourbon,
Missouri, from which they both retired.
She was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bourbon and a volunteer
at the Bourbon Senior Center and the Bourbon Thrift Shop. She enjoyed music
and was an accomplished harmonica player.
Along with her husband and parents, Virginia was preceded in death by two
infant sisters.
She is survived by two daughters, Carol Pasch and husband Frank of Hastings,
Minnesota and Ann Wilson and husband Keith of St. Clair, Missouri; one sister,
Frieda Keeney of Sullivan, Missouri; seven grandchildren; 11 great
grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 19, 2008 from
the First Baptist Church in Bourbon with Mike King officiating. Interment was
in Hill Cemetery, Bourbon, Missouri.
Funeral arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan,
Missouri.



Everett Eugene “Gene” Parrish

Everett Eugene “Gene” Parrish was born on October 14, 1942 to Robert Everett
and Mary Gladys (Pierce) Parrish and passed away at his home in St. James,
Missouri on December 14, 2008. He was 66 years and 2 months of age.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, William Charles
Parrish.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Mae Parrish of St. James, Missouri; two
daughters, Brenda Meziere and husband David of Florida, Missouri and Rita
Parrish of St. James, Missouri; three sisters, Loraine Gnemi, Helen Harris
and Dorothy Benson. all of St. James, Missouri; granddaughter, Cindy Earle
and husband Danny; great grandson, Jonathon Earle; other relatives and
friends.
Visitation was Wednesday, December 17, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at the Jones
Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri.
Funeral services were Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Jones
Funeral Home Chapel in St. James, Missouri with Brother Mick Thrasher
officiating. Burial in the family plot in the Broadway Memorial Cemetery
in rural St. James, Missouri.
All arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in
St. James, Missouri.



Thelma Faye Sellers

Thelma Faye Sellers of Arnold, Missouri was born April 3, 1928 at Courtois,
Missouri to Reco and Bessie (Brakfefield) Mason and passed away Monday,
December 15, 2008 at her home at the age of 80 years.
She was united in marriage to James Edward Sellers on March 29, 1947 in
Steelville, Missouri. He preceded her in death in 1984.
Thelma attended the Arnold United Baptist Church in Arnold, Missouri. As a
young lady she was baptized and was a member of the Lower Indian Missionary
Baptist Church. Throughout her life, Thelma always enjoyed taking care of
her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; son, Ronnie Sellers;
two brothers, Eugene Mason and Vondel Mason and an infant sister.
She is survived by her sister-in-law, Hazel Mason of Steelville, Missouri
and brother-in-law Gilbert and Gerry Sellers of Davisville, Missouri; nieces
and nephews, Sandra Sellers of Davisville, Paul Mason of Rolla, Missouri,
Lyle Mason of Arcadia, Kansas, Alan Sellers of Jackson, Missouri, Donald
O’Conner of Canada, Barbara O’Conner of Tennessee and Michael O’Conner of
Indiana.
Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2008 at the
Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of Steelville, Missouri with Elder Walter
Mayberry officiating. Special music of “Amazing Grace” and “In the Garden”
were played.
Casket bearers were Paul Mason, Alan Sellers, Stanley Eaton, Bob Gapsche,
Rigel Humphrey and Sandra Sellers.
Committal prayer and burial were in the Sellers Cemetery at Dillard,
Missouri.
Arrangements under the direction of the Britton-Bennett Funeral Home of
Steelville, Missouri.



James Knox “Jim” Tice

James Knox “Jim” Tice of Strafford, Missouri, formerly of Sullivan, Missouri,
was born on May 7, 1934 in St. Louis, Missouri, to Herbert Emanuel and Arvona
(nee Wyatt) Tice and passed away on Monday, December 8, 2008 at the age of
74 years.
Jim graduated from Sullivan High School then later obtained teaching and
masters’ degrees.
After official retirement, he continued promoting excellence in education
through innovative applications of existing and emerging technologies that
provide greater access to learning opportunities for everyone. He
contributed diligently to the Veterans Oral History Project, genealogy
research, and various school and other educational interests.
He served as coach, teacher, administrator, and educational consultant in the
Spring Bluff, Sullivan, Strafford, and Springfield areas. His most recent
role was Research Associate for Missouri Virtual School, Center for
Scientific Research & Education at MSU.
He was always an active church member, notably of Temple Baptist Church in
Sullivan, Missouri and of First Baptist Church in Strafford, Missouri. Jim
passionately shared his ministry of music as choir director, soloist, and
a member of the Templemen Quartet.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Herbert Wayne Tice.
He is survived by his wife, Lois (nee Reeves) of the family home; four sons,
Terry Ray Tice and wife Tammy of Coos Bay, Oregon, Gary Wayne Tice and wife
Rosario of Springfield, Missouri, Sean Kelly Ronald Tice and wife Sorina and,
Eran James Tice and wife Katherine, all of Littleton, Colorado; three
daughters, Crystal Yvonne Tice-McBride and dear friend Gerald of Springfield,
Missouri, Tammy Jae Nail and husband David of Pittsboro, Indiana, and Robyn
Yvette Tice Butler and husband Steve of Florissant, Missouri 30 grandchildren;
many great grandchildren; sister-in-law Vera Louise (Royse) Tice; other
relatives and friends.
Funeral Services were held at 10 a.m. on Monday, December 15, 2008 in Temple
Baptist Church, Sullivan, Missouri, with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. A
memorial service was conducted in Strafford by Pastor Dennis Gromer at the
1st Baptist Church of Strafford, Missouri.
Interment was in Crow Cemetery.
All arrangements were under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home.



Ronald G. Ware

Ronald G. Ware of Bourbon, Missouri was born December 23, 1940 to Roy A.
and Loree G. (Stevens) Ware at Cuba, Missouri and passed away, Friday,
December 12, 2008 at the age of 67 years.
Ron attended and graduated from Cuba High School class of 1958. He served
overseas in the United States Army from 1959-1962. On February 12, 1963
He was united in marriage to Christiane M. Guenzi.
He was employed in the Mining and Automotive Industry until retirement in
2004. He enjoyed spending time with his sons, camping, boating and water
skiing. He also enjoyed flying his plane and working in the yard. Although
Ron was diagnosed with A. L. S. (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) a few years ago, he
maintained his dignity and continued to be a man of integrity. He was a
member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses of Sullivan.
He was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Neil Ware; his father; and a
sister-in-law, Paula (Harris) Ware.
He is survived by his wife, of Bourbon, Missouri; two sons, David Ware of
Bourbon, Missouri and Brian Ware and wife Julie of Wallkill, New York; his
mother; of Bourbon, Missouri; two brothers, Michael Ware and wife, Sally of
Sullivan, Missouri, Robert Ware of Bourbon, Missouri; one sister, Berdina
Guynn of Yuma, Arizona; other relatives and friends.
Memorial services were held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2008 from
the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Sullivan, Missouri.
Arrangements under the direction of the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan,
Missouri.



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