_http://www.thepeoplespaths.net/history.html_ (http://www.thepeoplespaths.net/history.html) Here is a website of Native American Ancestry with several links to other websites that I found very interesting. Thought anyone with any Native American Heritage might enjoy.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Politte-Boyer- Lachance ?? Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4133 Message Board Post: Hello, I am looking for any info on the family related to Frank and Eliza Jane Lachance. All I know is they are my great- great grand parents. My great grandmother was Emma Lachance. My great great grandfather was killed in tornado in 1917. Please email with any info one this family. We have property in Bon Terre and are always in the area.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: PUCKETT, MCNABB, HOCHSTATTER, YOUNT Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4132 Message Board Post: Loubelle Hochstatter, of Caledonia, Missouri, departed this life Sunday, November 6, 2005 at Georgian Gardens Nursing Home in Potosi, Missouri, having reached the age of 88 years, 7 months and 12 days. She was born March 25, 1917 at Belgrade, Missouri, a daughter of the late Arthur W. and Lenna L. (Puckett) McNabb. Loubelle was united in marriage to Rudolph C. Hochstatter September 10, 1955 and they enjoyed over 50 years of marriage together. Those who remain to mourn her passing are her husband, Rudolph C. Hochstatter of Caledonia; a sister, Ardath Yount of Belgrade; nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends who will sadly miss her. Funeral services were conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Leonard Compton officiating. Those honoring Loubelle as pallbearers were: Roger Yount, Paul Yount, Ryan Yount, Terry Yount, Brent McClain, Michael McClain, Larry Hochstatter and Jerry McClain. Interment and final prayers were held at the Caledonia Methodist Cemetery, Caledonia, Missouri. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: DETTRIE, DROPE, SEE, ELDRIDGE, BOLLER, DUPRIEST, MOORE, VAN HEUSEN, DIERKS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4131 Message Board Post: Keith Allen Drope, 38, Cadet, was born February 24, 1967 in St. Louis and died Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at his home. He was employed by Kirbeig Roofing as a roofer. Mr. Drope was a U.S. Navy veteran. Survivors include his wife, Dina (Dettrie) Drope, Cadet; mother, Marrianne (See) Eldridge and father, Darwin Eldridge, Richland, MO; a son, Cotie Drope and a daughter, Tiffany Ann Drope, Cadet; four sisters, Patricia "Trish" (husband Rusty) Boller of Louisiana; Anita (Ralph) Dupriest, Augusta, Georgia; Tina Eldridge, Richland, MO and Laura (James) Moore, Sweetburg, MO; two brothers, Edward Drope and Vincent Van Heusen, O'Fallon, MO; a grandson, Adam Keith Dierks, Cadet; other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 5, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from Mahn Funeral Chapel, DeSoto. Burial was in Jefferson Barracks Cemetery. Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto was in charge of all arrangements. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: PRATT, WARD, HONAKER, ALLEN, CANTRELL, MCFALL, DEAN Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4130 Message Board Post: Jerry Ray Ward, Sr., of Fordland, Missouri, formerly of Potosi, was born in St. Louis July 12, 1948, the son of the late Russell and Laura Margaret (Pratt) Ward. He departed this life Sunday, October 30, 2005 at the Lawrence County Manor in Mount Vernon, Missouri having reached the age of fifty-seven years, three months and eighteen days. Jerry was united in marriage to Rosemary Honaker in St. Louis, Missouri on August 12, 1978. Jerry is survived by five sons; Jerry Ray Ward, Jr., and wife Samantha of Rockaway Beach, Missouri, John Matthew Ward and wife Rebecca of Germany, Robert Joseph 'Ward and wife Donna of Fordland, Missouri, Steven Scott Ward of Springfield, Missouri and Dwayne White and wife Amanda of Festus, Missouri; a brother, Carl Ward and wife Vickie of Potosi; a sister, Barbara Allen of Potosi; thirteen grandchildren, and an adopted son Aaron Cantrell and wife Marie of Hartville, Missouri. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Rosemary Ward; three brothers, Floyd, Charles and John Ward, and two sisters, Peggy McFall and Viola Dean. Jerry loved to visit and talk with his friends and family. He also loved to play music, chess and write poetry. He enjoyed spending time watching old war movies, snacking on cheese puffs and reading his Bible. Jerry served his country in the United States Army. A graveside service was held Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at New Diggins Cemetery, Mineral Point, Missouri with Pastor Jason Waterman officiating. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, MO. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HART, BOYET, MATTHEWS, BENSON, MCDONALD, BODEKER, WEEKLEY, BURNS, NEIMEIER, HATLEY, RASNIC Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4129 Message Board Post: "Joe" Boyet of Potosi, Missouri was born February 13, 1942 in High Ridge, Missouri, the son of the late Lonnie Lee and Flora "Tinse" Lucille (Hart) Boyet. He departed this life Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at Potosi Manor having reached the age of sixty-three years, eight months and nineteen days. Joe was united in marriage to Evelyn Matthews on August 25, 1969 in Potosi, Missouri, and they were blessed to have three children. Joe is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn Boyet of St. Louis, Missouri; two daughters, Tammy Benson and husband Jeff of Potosi and Tracy McDonald and husband Dale of Potosi; a son, James Dean "J.D." Boyet and wife Tina of Potosi; three sisters, Mary Bell Bodeker and husband Walter of Tilden, Illinois; Georgie Lou Weekley and husband Tom of Marissa, Illinois and Linda Sue Burns of Tilden, Illinois; two brothers, Lonnie "John" Lee Boyet and wife Ruth of St. Genevieve, Missouri and Donald Hubert Boyet and wife Ruth Ann of Coulterville, Illinois; nine grandchildren; a great-granddaughter, Breanna Rose; a brother-in-law, Terry Neimeier of Tilden, Illinois and sister-in-law, Diane Boyet. Joe was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Doris Betty Hatley and Sheila Diane Neimeier; two brothers, Jimmy Wayne Boyet and Doyle Derdell Boyet, and dear and special mother and father, Jim and Nancy Rasnic, who love, cared for and raised Joe. Joe enjoyed fishing, hunting, animals and the many gifts of Mother Nature. He liked to play cards and go for rides on the four wheeler. Joe was a member of the BPOE Potosi Lodge #2218. Joe loved his family very much, especially his grandchildren; he enjoyed spending as much time as he could with them. Joe was a very kind man who will be missed by all who knew him. Visitation was held Thursday, November 3, 2005 from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Potosi Elks Lodge #2218 held a Memorial Service at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services were held Friday, November 4, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Rev. Jim Cartee officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Buddy Boyet, Jerome Boyet, Terry Bodiker, Larry Brown, Kyndell Brown and Pat Stenard. Burial took place at Sunset Hill Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: TAYLOR, RICHARDS, MALUGEN Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4128 Message Board Post: James Taylor "Fuzz" Richards of Hobbs, New Mexico, formerly of Potosi, Missouri, was born May 20, 1933. He departed this life Thursday, October 27, 2005 at Covenant Lakeside Hospital in Lubbock, Texas having reached the age of seventy-two years, five months and eight days. James "Fuzz" is survived by his mother, Lillian T. Richards of Potosi; three brothers, Stephen T. Richards, Jr and wife Jacqueline of Las Cruces, New Mexico; George B. Richards and wife Rebecca of Potosi, and Robert H. Richards of Potosi; two sisters, Helen Lucy Malugen and husband G.W. of Charleston, Missouri and Anne Richards of El Paso, Texas. James graduated from Potosi High School in 1951. He then received a Bachelor's and Master's degree from Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas. From there James moved to Hobbs, New Mexico where he began his distinguished career in education and coaching. In 1960 he became a teacher and coached basketball, football and track at Houston Junior High School; then in 1965 he went to teach and coach at Hobbs High School until 1984 when be became the Hobbs Athletic Director. He retired in 1995. He was a member of the Lea County Democratic Party of which he was Chairman. He also was a member of the New Mexico Athletic Directors Association for fourteen years. In 1997 he received the NMAA Distinguished Service Award; he was also a member and chairman for the NMAA Athletic Committee for ten years, and served on its Executive Board. In addition, he was a member of the NMHSCA, the NEA-NM, and the NMHSADA. In 2001 he was inducted to the New Mexico Activities Association Hall of Fame. I! n 2003 he was honored with induction into the New Mexico High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor. He was also recently honored by the Mine Au Breton Historical Society by induction into its Hall of Honor in Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services for James Taylor Richards were held Wednesday, November 2, 2005 at Hobbs First United Methodist Church, Hobbs, New Mexico. Graveside services were held Saturday, November 5, 2005 at the New Masonic Cemetery in Potosi, Missouri with Rev. Jerry Compton officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: James Simpson, Wallace Henderson, Junior Fryman, Jim Woods, Robert Maxwell, and Robert Simpson. Burial was at the New Masonic Cemetery, in Potosi, Missouri. In honor of his service and dedication to this country, Taps was played by Missouri Funeral Honors Team Member, Harrison Eaton. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BUXTON, BAKER, ELLIOTT, SCHRUM Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4127 Message Board Post: Dwight Leo Baker, 85, of Jackson, MO passed away peacefully Monday, October 31, 2005 at his home. He was born October 7, 1920 at Caledonia, MO, a son of John and Ada May (Buxton) Baker. He and Annabell Elliott were married in 1945 in Granite City, IL. Annabell and his infant daughter, Jennifer preceded him in death. He and Joyce "Joy" Schrum were married November 30, 1974 in Cape Girardeau. Dwight's early years were spent between Caledonia and Granite City, where he was one of the original members of the Lizard Club (YMCA), and also won trophies as a table tennis player. He was a pilot in the 464 Bombardment Group (H), 776 Bombardment Squardon (H), the 15th Air Force during World War II. He successfuly flew 50 missions in the European Theater. Dwight was employed in the trucking industry most of his working career, having worked at L.A. Tucker Truck Lines, Kimbel Southern Express, and ABF. He was a member of New McKendree United Methodist Church, Jackson. Survivors include his wife; a son, Richard W. Baker (wife Judy) of Jackson; three grandsons, Mark Baker (Kim) of Jackson, Ben Baker of St. Louis and Tony Baker of Tanzania, Africa; and three great grandchidlren, Austin, Tori and Ryan of Jackson. As the family patriarch, he was greatly loved and his memory will be forever in the hearts of his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Gib, Earl, Clyde and Virgil, and a sister Lucille. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 3, 2005 at the Cracraft-Miller Funeral Home, Jackson, with Rev. John Rice officiating. Burial was at 2:00 p.m. at Bellevue Presbyterian Cemetery in Caledonia. In lieu of flowers the family requested contributions to Bellevue Presbyterian Cemetery. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 5, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SHELDON, LEWIS, TRASK, BROWN, SLUSHER, JOHNSON, MILLER Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4126 Message Board Post: Mary Lee Trask of Belleview, MO passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2005 in Farmington, MO at the age of 91 years, 9 months and 3 days. She was born January 28, 1914 in Annapolis, MO, the daughter of the late Robert and Alma (Sheldon) Lewis. In 1936 she was united in marriage to Andy Trask, who preceded her in death on October 25, 1977. To this union was born two sons, Ralph Trask "Jean" Trask of Belleview, and Robert "Sandy" Trask of Centralia, MO. Also surviving are a sister, Clara Brown of Annapolis; four grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 37 nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Freddie Lewis and four sisters, Macy Slusher, Shirley Johnson, Anna Miller and Maxine Trask. Mary graduated from Washington University with a Bachelor's degree in education. She taught at Carver Creek, Bismarck, Ottery, Potosi and Ironton Elementary Schools. She was a member of the Belleview United Methodist Church and belonged to the Ironton Chapter of the Eastern Star "50 Year Member," charter member of the AV Garden Club, Iron County Health Board, the Retired Teachers Assn., and the Democrat Committee. A memorial funeral service was held on Saturday, November 5, 2005 from the Bryson Funeral Home, Pilot Knob with Rev. Linda Nelson officiating. Interment was in the Caledonia Methodist Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Belleview United Methodist Church. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 10, 2005

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4125 Message Board Post: Bill Please contact me at 301-365-1185 as soon as possible for important information regarding Eve.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: PORTELL, CHAMP, POLITTE, BOYER, COURTAWAY/COURTOUIS/COURTOIS, COLEMAN, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/82.237.1 Message Board Post: Hello Jean, I came across your old e-mail and realize you have my old e-mail address. My new e-mail address is mbolive@bellsouth.net I would very much like to share information with you. This is my family line. Thank Janet

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: TODD, CASBY, STOUT, MCCALL, CAMPBELL Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4124 Message Board Post: Henry Wesley Casby of Belleview, Missouri, was born in Bonne Terre, Missouri August 4, 1923, the son of the late John Henry and Mamie Pearl (Todd) Casby. He departed this life Monday, October 24, 2005 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington, Missouri having reached the age of eighty-two years, two months and twenty days. Henry was united in marriage to Cecilia Stout November 3, 1942 in Leadington, Missouri and this union was blessed to have four sons. Henry is survived by his loving wife, Cecilia Casby of Belleview, Missouri; four sons, Wesley Earl and wife Hazel of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Clifford Leo and wife Pok Cha of Woodbridge, Virginia; Melvin Eugene of Woodbridge, Virginia and James Michael of Belleview, Missouri; a sister, Mary McCall and husband Joe of Dewey, Arizona; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, James Leon Casby; a sister, Erma Campbell and daughter-in-law, LouAnn Casby. Henry served his country in the Army of the United States and received an honorable discharge on August 7, 1943. He worked for McDonnell-Douglas as a welder and retired in 1983 after twenty-two years of service. Henry enjoyed going fishing, vegetable and flower gardening or anything that would grow. He also loved constructing things and writing poetry. Henry will be missed deeply by everyone he knew. Visitation was held Wednesday, October 26, 2005 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. the Moore Funeral Home, Irondale, Missouri. Funeral services were held Thursday, October 27, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Irondale, Missouri with Rev. Oscar Barton and Rev. Patrick Fitzgerald officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Wesley Casby, Clifford Casby, Melvin Casby, James Casby, Michael Casby, Larry Casby and Christopher Casby. Burial took place at the Big River Cemetery, Irondale, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and drection of the Moore Funeral Home, 104 Oak Street, Irondale, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: ROGERS, NICHOLS, RAY, MCCOMB, THURMAN Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4123 Message Board Post: Mary Ernestine Ray of Irondale, Missouri was born Tuesday, August 2, 1921 in Irondale, Missouri, the daughter of the late Ernest and Mary (Rogers) Nichols. She departed this life at Georgian Gardens Nursing Home in Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of eighty-four years, two months and twenty-one days. Mary is survived by her husband, Alfred Ray, of Irondale, Missouri; two daughters, Mary McComb of Jackson, Wyoming and Judy Thurman and husband Luther of Irondale; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her parents. Mary enjoyed going camping and being in the outdoors. She also loved spending time with her family and friends. Mary will be deeply missed by all of her family and friends. Visitation was held Thursday, October 27, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel in Irondale, Missouri with Rev. Bruce Torrence officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Luther Thurman, David Thurman, Allen Thurman, and Chad Purrier. Burial took place at the Big River Cemetery, Irondale, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 104 Oak Street, Irondale, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: EMILY, ECKHOFF, LEWIS, WILLIAMS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4122 Message Board Post: Betty I. Lewis of Rolla, passed away Tuesday, October 25, at the age of 69. She was born in Cadet, Missouri September 16, 1936 to the late John and Mandy (Emily) Eckhoff. On November 28, 1959 she married Henry Lewis and they were blessed with two sons. Mrs. Lewis owned and operated along with her husband, Fabrics Unlimited and Lewis Upholstery for over 20 years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by four brothers, Clifford (Red), Howard, Elmer (Mutt), and Earl Eckhoff and a sister, Ruth Emily. She will be sadly missed by her surviving family which includes her husband Henry, of the home; two sons, Tim Lewis and wife Donna, and Kevin and wife Sharon, all of Rolla; five grandchildren, Toby, Jody, Brian, John and Amy; three great-grandchidlren, Dakota, Chase and Ethan; one brother, Jerry Eckhoff and wife Virginia of Potosi; a sister, Martha Williams of Mineral Point; a sister-in-law, Faye Eckhoff of Mineral Point and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and many dear friends. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2005 at the Null & Son Funeral Home, Rolla. Interment followed in the Rolla City Cemetery. A visitation for family and friends was held from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 27 at the funeral home. Memorial contributisons were suggested to the American Cancer Society. All arrangements were under the directions of the Null & Son Funeral Home. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BREWER, HARMON, EADS, WILSON, KAY Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4121 Message Board Post: Larry Gene Harmon, Sr., of Potosi, Missouri departed this life Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital, having reached the age of 57 years, 6 months and 16 days. He was born April 9, 1948 at Sappington, Missouri, a son of the late Narvel Leonard and Hazel Delma (Brewer) Harmon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two granddaughters, Breanna Wilson and Elizabeth Eads. Those who remain to mourn his passing from this life include Brickey Harmon of Potosi; three sons, Donnie Harmon, Caledonia; Larry Harmon, Jr., and wife Patti of Potosi and Timmy Harmon and fiance' Tabitha Dawson of Potosi; a daughter, Beth Harmon of Potosi; two step-daughters, Bridgett Wilson and husband Bryce of Potosi, and Beverly Kay and special friend, Bud Rea of Potosi; two brothers, Ronnie Harmon and wife Kay of Potosi and Terry Harmon and special friend Barbara Wideman of Potosi. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Bryce Wilson and Rev. Lary Walburn officiating. Those honoring Larry as pallbearers were: Russell Cresswell, Bill Myers, Keith Wideman, Kurt Wideman, Mike Rolens, Darrell Nickelson and Mike Blair. Interment and final prayers were held at Grassy Hollow Cemetery, Potosi Route. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: RAMSEY, GOODSON, THEBEAU, HAYDEN Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4120 Message Board Post: Amanda Nekay Ramsey of Potosi, Missouri was born in Farmington, Missouri, Saturday, December 24, 1983, the daughter of Mary and Rocky Goodson and Gary and Theresa Ramsey.She deparated this life suddenly on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital in Potosi, having reached the age of twenty-one years, ten months and two days. Amanda is survived by mother, Mary Goodson and husband Rocky of Potosi; father, Gary Ramsey and wife Theresa of Greenridge, Missouri; a son, Dalton Ramsey of Potosi; a sister, Abigail Goodson of Potosi; grandparents, John and Winona Goodson of Potosi; Verna Thebeau of Cadet and Pat and Grayson Hayden Jr., of Firistell, Missouri; special friends, Candy Emily of Cadet and Kacie Shepard of Potosi, and by many other dear and special relatives and friends. Amanda was preceded in death by a brother, Dylan Goodson. Amanda had a great love for her baby Dalton, and the time they shared together was a glorious time in her life. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends as often as possible. Amanda had accepted Christ as her Savior and attended the Glory Hill Assembly of God Church in Potosi, Missouri. She graduated from Potosi Senior High School in May 2002. She had a great love for people and enjoyed helping and talking with all. She was employed by the Casey's General Store in Greenridge. Amanda will be very deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Visitation was held Sunday, October 30, 2005 from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Monday, October 31, 2005 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services were held Monday, October 31, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel with Rev. Tom Slovensky officiating. Final prayers and burial were held Monday, October 31, 2005 at 12:15 p.m. at the Grassy Hollow Cemetery, Shirley, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: MIDGETT, CROCKER, JENNINGS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4119 Message Board Post: Lola Mae Jennings of Caledonia, Missouri was born September 14, 1913 in Enough, Missouri, the daughter of the late Charles Montgomery and Maggie Margaret Emily Virginia (Midgett) Crocker. She departed this life Friday, October 28, 2005 at Georgian Gardens Nursing Home in Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of ninety-two years, one month and fourteen days. Lola was united in marriage to Doc Thomas Jennings October 20, 1948 in Pocahontas, Arkansas and this union was blessed with a daughter. Lola is survived by her daughter, Joy Jennings of Caledonia and friend Angela Marie Russell of Caledonia, Missouri. Lola was preceded in death by her parents and husband, doc Thomas Jennings. Visitation was held Sunday, October 30, 2005 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 30, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Rev. Don Akers officiating. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: VALLE, COURTAWAY, LEACH, SUITER, GANN, Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4118 Message Board Post: Helen E. Leach of Cadet, Missouri was born February 1, 1948 in St. Louis, Missouri and departed this life Friday, October 28, 2005 at her residence having reached the age of fifty-seven years, eight months and twenty-seven days. Helen was united in marriage to Dale Eugene Leach September 26, 1966 in Illinois, and this union was blessed with two daughters. Helen is survived by her mother, Esther (Valle) Courtaway of Cadet; two daughters, Gena M. Suiter and husband Nick of St. Louis, Missouri, and Jennifer Gann and husband Roger of Richwoods; a sister, Cindy Courtaway of Cadet; two brothers, Kenneth E. Courtaway and wife Georgia of Cedar Hill, Missouri and Dennis Courtaway of Cadet; three grandchildren, Nickolas Suiter, Nicole Suiter and Tyler Gann; mother-in-law, Evelyn Leach of Phoenix, Arizona; very best friends, Mary Huett and Krystle Huett of St. Louis and nephew Matthew Courtaway and wife Amy of Abilene, Texas. Helen was preceded in death by her father, Edwin Courtaway and husband, Dale Eugene Leach. Helen enjoyed watching Cardinals baseball and collecting baseball memorabilia. She also enjoyed playing bingo and visiting with her friends. Helen loved her grandchildren more than anything in the world and cherished her loving memories of her beloved husband, Dale Leach. Helen attended St. Joachim Catholic Church in Old Mines, Missouri. Visitation was held Monday, October 31, 2005 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Father Ted Pieper officiating. Burial took palce in the St. Joachim Catholic Church Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri. Serving as pallbearers were: Roger Gann, Nick Suiter, Kenneth Courtaway, Matthew Courtaway, Walter Rickard and Rick Valle. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore funeral Home, 105 clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, November 3, 2005

Let's hope that having the check recently cashed, means that you did get their attention, and the material is finally sent your way. Delays can happen, but there's no excuse for lack of courteousness or professionalism. -Kay > Subj: [MOWASHIN-L] still waiting and waiting.... > Date: 11/11/2005 9:59:15 AM Eastern Standard Time > From: dmiller471@Houston.rr.com > > When I first ran the [below] post I worried about "stepping on toes"..Not a > concern anymore! > A while ago I placed a post [below] about C Myers &OMAH. The subject > was "still waiting". I had a very nice responce from others [thank you] who > were also waiting for C. Myers with OMAH to send research that was already > paid for . I NEVER heard from C Myers. I thought perhaps the "still > waiting"email would have encouraged OMAH to offer to make good on the > already-paid-for-research but sad to say I never heard from them either... > > My reason for writing this is...This morning while doing my banking > online I was surprised to notice my check to OMAH for the info I mentioned > "last Jan." was just cashed this Nov.,2005! Needless to say I NEVER got the > research info nor did I hear from Myers or OMAH. > They should have done the right thing and offered a refund... > > I'm done with this issue BUT will absolutely pass this little incident on to > other researchers. > They need to know because it's not just my few dollars that was lost........ > > D.M. > > Houston, Tx. > > As for Myers and her endless excuses.....If she can't handle the work > load due to her many problems [I'm not an unsympathetic person but endless > excuses wear thin] then perhaps she should cut back on some of her work....BUT > refund first! > > D.M. > Houston, Tx > > -----Original Message----- > From: fido [mailto:dmiller471@Houston.rr.com] > > Back in early April I sent the following question to this list; > > "Hello, > I hope I don't step on any toes or cause any friction [is not my > intent] for asking the following... > Would someone please tell me about how long it takes to get a response > from OMAHS? I sent money for research Jan 1,2005 and have yet to hear > anything...Does it normally take this long?" > > The above question was forward to C. Myers of OMAHS. > As mentioned in my above question, I paid for research...[2 surnames > Trudeau being one]. I received a reply from C. Myers with many reasons > why I hadn't heard from her and that she hoped to get to my surnames > that weekend..[early April].. > The following week she emailed me info on Trudeau....Here it is > September and I've yet to hear from her on the other surname. Sent her > an email the other day...[no reply..no surprise]... > > I'm no longer interested in a reply from omahs or anyone connected with > them as I've been more than patient on this and will do my researching > elsewhere . > > My main reason for writing this.... "I paid for something and didn't get > it"... > Not very prof! > > D.M. > Houston,Tx >