This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: COUCH, POTTER, RICE, KELLY, CAMMAN, MCBRIDE, JERNIGAN, KLINKER, MITCHELL, RATLIFF Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4117 Message Board Post: Charles Howard Potter of Cadet, Missouri departed this life Tuesday, October 25, 2005 at his residence, having reached the age of 60 years, 1 month and 8 days. He was born on September 17, 1945 at Poplar Bluff, Missouri, a son of the late Taft Howard and Minnie (Couch) Potter. Charles was united in marriage to Eddie Sue Potter on September 10, 1990 at St. Louis, Missouri. Eddie Sue preceded him in death. Charles served his country in the United States Navy. He loved to hunt and fish. He was a beloved father, and grandfather, dear brother, uncle, nephew and friend. Those who remain to mourn his passing of this life include six daughters; Wanda Rice and husband Dennis of House Springs, Robin Kelly of Rolla, Bonnie Couch of Poplar Bluff, Christine Camman and husband Mike of St. Louis, Kim McBride and husband Rick of Collinsville, Illinois and Casey Jernigan of St. Louis, six sons; John Klinker and wife Mary of Bentonville, Arkansas, Bobby Kliner of St. Louis, Timmy Potter of Rolla, Michael Potter of Rolla, Jimmy Mitchell of St. Louis, and Walter M itchell of St. Louis; a sister, Loretta Ratliff and husband Carter of Cadet; a brother, Norman Potter and wife Ruth of Neelyville; nineteen grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss him. Memorial services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Mark Boyster officiating. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi.

I know how you feel on this, because I met all the requirements for my ancestor, John Fay Sr., to become an Roll of Honor member in "America's First Families." I sent them all my information and sources and got a very nice reply from them, stating that I had definitely done my research on my ancestor and was accepted into their organization. They had a Roll of Honor Certificate that they would send me and my 2 sons, for a fee. I sent them a check for $31.00 and never heard from them again. I have written them and sent several e-mails and have not heard a word. Finally I did research on them and come to find out, the Better Business Bureau had complaints that they had done the same thing to other people. I learned a valuable lesson though...Check out things before you send them money. The link to their website is below...Do not send them money, as you will get nothing in return. http://www.firstfamilies.org/db/ Mary Miller In a message dated 11/11/2005 7:59:15 AM Mountain Standard Time, dmiller471@Houston.rr.com writes: 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] Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2005 9:15 AM To: MOWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [MOWASHIN-L] still waiting.... 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

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] Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2005 9:15 AM To: MOWASHIN-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [MOWASHIN-L] still waiting.... 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

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Chesser - Barrier Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4116 Message Board Post: Would like to correspond with anyone researching the Chesser family of Missouri. My ancestor is Frank Chesser (probably born in MO). Frank Chesser married Surelda Barrier in Washington County, MO, on 3-2-1871. Surelda Barrier and her mother, Nancy Barrier had moved to MO from NC and lived there in 1870. Sometime after 1880, the family moved to Tennessee.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/lNB.2ACI/4074.1 Message Board Post: I am also looking for info on Fabian Joseph Declue. If anybody has anything they wish to share, please email me.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: NASH Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/514.540.1.1.1.4.2.2.1.1 Message Board Post: Hi Elmita, Gosh, our paths just keep crossing in this NASH family of ours. I have forwarded your message to Jessica (Nash) Burns, daughter of Dennis and Virginia Nash. Dennis and Virginia do not have an email address, however, Jessica does and I am in contact with her. I talked with Dennis and Virginia in July, when Minnie Mae Nash, mother of Dennis, and my cousin, passed away. They put me in touch with Jessica as she is working on their family line. I am sure that Jessica will contact you very soon, but if not, I will get you in contact with her. You can email me directly at: ograndma@nwtec.com Joyce

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/514.540.1.1.1.4.2.2.1 Message Board Post: Joyce, do you have the e-mail address for Dennis & Virginia Nash? They are related to Clinton Nash b. 1901 in Missouri.Died 1971 in Washington Co.,Mo. They are related to my husband's family. I believe Clinton's mom or dad was a cousin are a brother or sister to my husband's great- grandmother. Mary Emiline Nash born in Washington Co., Mo. Thanks, Elmita

The 1920 Census of Concord Township, Washington County, MO has: Robert McGowan, minister, 58, born in Canada, both parents born in Ireland; his wife Joanna, 62, born in WIsconsin, both parents born in Ireland; his 13 year old granddaughter, Ruth A., born in Illinois; and his 8 year old grandson, Alfred W., born in Kentucky. The 1930 Census of Moberly, Sugar Creek Township, Randolph County, MO has: Robert McGowan, minister, 68, born in Canada, both parents born in Ireland; his wife Joanna, 72, born in WIsconsin, both parents born in Ireland; and his 18 year old grandson, Alfred W., born in Kentucky. Scott R. Vaughn PHS Class of 1960 Go Trojans! > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Surnames: McGowan > Classification: Query > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4115 > > Message Board Post: > > Looking for any info on my great great grandfather who lived in Irondale, > Missouri...Washington County. His name was Robert McGowan and he was a minister > at Belleview M. E. church south at Irondale, Washington Co., Mo. > His wife was Joanne McGowan. I know he was their from atleast 1912 to 1921, but > this is all. Can anyone do any look ups? Also, I am curious as to if the church > is still standing. Thanks. >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McGowan Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4115 Message Board Post: Looking for any info on my great great grandfather who lived in Irondale, Missouri...Washington County. His name was Robert McGowan and he was a minister at Belleview M. E. church south at Irondale, Washington Co., Mo. His wife was Joanne McGowan. I know he was their from atleast 1912 to 1921, but this is all. Can anyone do any look ups? Also, I am curious as to if the church is still standing. Thanks.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: NASH, RULO, KITCHELL, COX, SUTTON and many others Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/514.540.1.1.1.4.2.2 Message Board Post: I have your Arch Nash and Hattie Rulo. If you will email me at: ograndma@nwtec.com I have changed email addresses since that posting, but would love to hear from you. I will be happy to share any family information that I have with you. Hope to hear from you soon. I work, Sunday thru Wednesday evenings 5pm to 9pm, but other than that I am usually easy to get in touch with, as I do check emails regularly, lol. I live in Oregon, so am Pacific Time. I have our family tree posted on Tribal Pages. The website address is: http://www.tribalpages.com/tribes/jdwafford The Password needed to view the website is: Oregon Please sign my Guest Book when you visit. I currently have close to 10,400 family and extended family members listed. Enjoy.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: cain, nash, rulo, hays, etc Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/3993.1 Message Board Post: Bobbi, I am also looking for this individual. I have seen the name many times, and have noticed she and I are searching for many of the same people, but have not seen a post from her since 2000. If you hear of anything let me know! Thanks, Jackie

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/514.540.1.1.1.4.2.1 Message Board Post: I keep missing your posts, would love to share info, we have alot of the same family names. Arch Nash and Hattie Rulo are some of my roadblocks, especially Hattie's family. Feel free to email me privately at the above address. thanks jax

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: PETTIGREW, BUSSKOHL Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4114 Message Board Post: Fergus Raymond Pettigrew, 88 formerly of Potosi, passed away Saturday, October 15, 2005 in Boynton Beach, Florida. He owned and operated ballroom dance studios in California and danced professionally with his partner and wife, Alma; they were known as Tina and Petti. He was employed as Administrator of the U.S. District Court in San Francisco, CA until his retirement in 1977. After his retirement, he resided in Potosi, MO for 15 years, then Sonoma, CA for a period of 12 years and finally moved to Boynton, FL in 2004. Mr. Pettigrew was born in Potosi on April 27, 1917. He attended public school here. He later served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. Interment will be in his beloved Maui, Hawaii. He leaves to mourn his loss, his wife of 58 years, Alma, and two children, James Busskohl and daughter-in-law Virginia Busskohl of Woodburn, Oregon and Alan Pettigrew and daughter-in-law Norma Pettigrew of Boynton Beach, FL; seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were by Beth Israel Memorial Chapel, Boynton, FL. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 27, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: ROUSSIN, TROKEY, ALLEN, WARREN, PASHIA Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4113 Message Board Post: Eddie Trokey, 80, of Fulton, Missouri, passed away at his home Sunday, October 23, 2005. He was born June 3, 1925 in Cadet, Missouri, the son of the late Sylvester "Wes" and Mary (Roussin) Trokey. On November 29, 1947 he was united in marriage to Margaret Alma Allen, who survives at the home. In addition to his wife of 58 years, he will be sadly missed and lovingly rememberd by one son, Dan Trokey and his wife Carol of Fulton, Missouri; one daughter, Carol Warren and her husband Glenn of Hendersonville,Tennessee; five grandchildren, Glenn Warren II, Chris Warren and his wife Joy, Sarah Trokey, Rachel Trokey and Claire Trokey; two great grandchildren, Emma and Micah Warren; one sister, Mert Pashia; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his paents, five brothers, Williford, Raymond, Johnny, Lynn, Paul, and Winfield and two sisters, Alice and Virginia preceded him in death. Eddie served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the 3rd Army and participated in the battle at the Remagen Bridge, Rhine River, Germany. He worked as a tool and die maker for several manufacturing companies for many years before retiring. He was a member of the St. Peter Catholic Church, Tool and Die Union and Steelworkers Union. Eddie enjoyed being a grandfather, growing vegetables, rose gardens, caring for his horses and mules, enjoying Cardinals baseball and attending his grandchildren's sporting events. Mass of Christian Burial was held 11:00 a..m. Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at St. Peter Catholic Church, Fulton, MO, with Father Greg Olisgschlaeger officiating. Interment was at Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church, c/o Maupin Funeral Home, 301 Douglas Blvd., Fulton, MO 65251. Condolences may also be sent to the family at the following email: maupinfuneralhome@yahoo.com Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 27, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HILLING Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4112 Message Board Post: Julianne M. Hilling of Edwardsville, Illinois was born December 8, 1925 and departed this life Friday, October 7, 2005 at Andrson Hospital in Maryville, Illinois, having reached the age of seventy-nine years, nine months and twenty-nine days. Visitation was held on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri, with Father Ted Pieper officiating. Burial took place at the St. Joachim Catholic Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 27, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: WHITE, TROKEY, MEADOWS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4111 Message Board Post: Catherine May Meadows, 85, of St. Louis was born at Mineral Point, a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Genevieve (White) Trokey and died Wednesday, October 19, 2005 at St. Joseph Hospital, Kirkwood. She was a retired laborer. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Meadows Jr., a son, Edward Lee Meadows; and nine brothers and sisters. She is survived by nieces, nephews, a sister-in-law, cousins and friends. Funeral service was conducted at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 24, 2005 from Kutis Affton Chapel with interment at Our Redeemer Cemetery, Affton. Memorials were suggested to the American Cancer Society or St. Joseph Hospital, Kirkwood Hospice. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 27, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BOYER, DICK, HINCH, MISSEY, OLSEN, PINSON, HENRY Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4110 Message Board Post: Ann Dick, 62, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, was born May 30, 1943 at Cadet, a daughter of the late Lucian and Mary Boyer and died Friday, September 16, 2005 at her home. She graduated from St. Joachim School in Old Mines and went on to serve three years in the U.S. Army during peacetime and was honorably discharged. While stationed at Ft. Huachuca, Arizona, she met and married her husband, Samuel R. Dick. They had celebrated forty years together when he passed away October 22, 2003. They moved first to Landsthul, Germany; then to Clarksville, Tennessee. After her husband retired they moved to Great Falls, Montana in 1979 and opened Dick's RV. The couple enjoyed retirement in Lake Havasu City for eleven years. Ann was a member of the London Bridge Club, Elks Lodge and Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic Church. She was an avid golfer, loved quilting, reading and most of all enjoyed her friends and family and dog, Charlie. She is survived by a daughter, Kathy Dick; two sons, Bobby Dick and wife Wendy and Jimmy Dick (Michele) all of Great Falls, MT; a brother, James A (Bernice) Boyer, DeSoto; three sisters, Gladys Hinch, Potosi; Veronica Missey, Cadet, and Joyce Boyer, DeSoto; four sisters- in-law, Bernadette, Bobbie, Betty and Norma Boyer; ten grandchildren, Mary Ann and Lynn Dick, Washington; Amber Little, Montana; Brooke Olsen, Indiana; Jennifer, Michael, Joshua, Cory, Chase and Mikayla, Great Falls, MT; godchildren, Rick Boyer, Bradley Pinson and Julia Henry and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by seven brothers; Glennon, Michael, Sylvester, Victor, Godfrey, Joseph and Norbert Boyer and a sister, Agatha. Funeral mass was at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 22, 2005 at Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic Church with Father Anthony Ibe officiating. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Havasu, P.O. Box 597, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86405. Arrangements were by Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home & Crematory, Lake Havasu City. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 20, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: COLEMAN, THEBEAU, AMSLER, HERBST, YORK, SAMPSON, ANSELMAN, KAMPER, PRUITT, MISSEY Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4109 Message Board Post: Charles "Shadow" Thebeau, Sr. of Eureka, Missouri, was born June 1, 1935 in Old Mines, Missouri, the son of the late Joseph Adrian and Mary Frances (Coleman)Thebeau. "Shadow" departed this life on October 9, 2005 at Des Peres Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of seventy years, four months and eight days. Charles was united in marriage to Blanche Amsler August 31, 1957 at St. Joachim Catholic Church, Old Mines. This union was blessed to have four children. Charles is survived by his loving wife, Blanche Thebeau of Eureka; two sons, Charles Glennon Thebeau, Jr. of Eureka and Darren Thebeau of Pacific, Missouri; two daughters, Tina Herbst of Eureka and Marsha York of St. Louis, Missouri; three sisters, Theresa Sampson of Cadet; Geraldine "Jean" Anselman and husband Robert of Cadet and Rita Kamper and husband Carl of Cadet; four brothers, Irvin Thebeau and wife Dorothy of Barnhart, Missouri; Leonard "Jiggs" Thebeau and wife Irene; Raymond Thebeau and Clifford "Benny" Thebeau and wife Ellen, all of Cadet; five grandchildren; Christina, Frank, Andrew, Jennifer and Carly; two great-granddaughters, Kaitlyn and Lacey, and by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Charles was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, James "Stanley," Nicholas E. and Ralph A. Thebeau and two sisters, Margaret M. Pruitt and Louise M. Missey. Charlie was a longtime member and past President of the West County Lions Club in Eureka, Missouri and was very active with all of its programs. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Eureka and enjoyed volunteering with their fish fries and barbeques. He liked to travel with tour groups, especially to Branson, Missouri. Charlie loved visiting with his neighbors, many friends and family. He also enjoyed going on family trips to Circle-R-Ranch. Charlie liked to garden and cook among his many other activities. He served his country in the United States Army in Germany with Elvis Presley. Charlie will always be remembered for his loving smile and always having a joke to tell. Visitation was held Tuesday, October 11, 2005 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral mass was celebrated Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joachim Catholic Church, Old Mines, with Father Ted Pieper officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Dean Kamper, Keith Kamper, Lonnie Lawson, Scott Amsler, Walter Pruitt, Frank Everhart and Andrew Everhart. Burial took place at the St. Joachim Catholic Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 20, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: EMILY, ECKHOFF, SELF, PICKETT, WILLIAMS, LEWIS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4108 Message Board Post: John Earl Eckhoff of Mineral Pint, Missouri, departed this life Thursday, October 13, 2005 at his residence, having reached the age of 63 years, 3 months and 2 days. He was born July 11, 1942 at Cadet, Missouri, a son of the late John Henry and Mandy Marie (Emily) Eckhoff. John was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a beloved father and grandfather, a dear brother, uncle and friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Emily and four brothers, Howard, Elmer, Clifford and Jackie Eckhoff. Those who remain to mourn the passing of his life include two daughters, Shelly Self and her husband Shane of Potosi, and Crystal Pickett and her husband Terry of Cadet; two sisters, Martha Williams of Mineral Point and Betty Lewis and her husband Henry of Rolla; a brother, Jerry Eckhoff and his wife Kathy (Ginny) of Mineral Point; two grandchildren, Bailey and Shelby, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 16, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Leonard Compton officiating. Honoring John as pallbearers were: Kelly Williams, Terry Williams, Brian Williams, Jimmy Eckhoff, Tracy Eckhoff and Kenny Eckhoff. Interment and final prayers were held at Calvary Cemetery, Potosi. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 20, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: TINKER, BENTON, TIPTON, BATES, FRAZIER, RUBACH Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4107 Message Board Post: Peggy Alma Jean Tipton of Potosi, Missouri, departed this life Sunday, October 9, 2005 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home, having reached the age of 71 years and 22 days. She was born to the late Roy A. and Froney (Tinker) Benton. Alma Jean, as she was known to family and friends, was married to Vanduren Tipton, who preceded her in death. She was a beloved mother, wife, sister and friend. Her kind spirit and loving heart will be missed by all who knew her. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers; LeRoy, James, Roy Gerald (Jerry) and John Benton and two sisters, Patsy Ann Bates and Mary Benton. Among those who remain to mourn her passing from this life are her son, Doug Frazier of Belgrade; two half sisters, Rita Benton of Lemay and Theresa Rubach and husband Gary of Blackwell; nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Leonard Compton officiating. Honoring Alma Jean as pallbearers were: Michael Bates, James Bates, David Pruitt, Jarvis Kimbrough, James Kimbrough and Donald Kimbrough. Interment and final prayers were held at the Caledonia Methodist Cemetery in Caledonia, Missouri. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 20, 2005