This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: GILLIAM, COLEMAN, KINCAID, HARRIS, JULIETTE, PRATHERS Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4096 Message Board Post: Carl "Dee" David Coleman of Mineral Point, Missouri, was born August 27, 1942 in Mineral Point, Missouri, the son of the late Fred J. and Annie Marie (Gilliam) Coleman. He departed this life Thursday, October 6, 2005 at Potosi Manor having reached the age of sixty-three years, one month and nine days. Carl "Dee" was united in marriage to Carol Kincaid June 22, 1968 in Old Mines, Missouri, and this union was blessed with three children. Carl "Dee" is survived by his loving wife Carol Coleman of Mineral Point; a son, Dave Coleman and wife Lorraine of Mineral Point; two daughters, Lisa Harris and husband Kenneth of Desloge, Missouri and Julie Juliette and husband Stacy of Mineral Point; two brothers, Francis "Kittle" Coleman of Mineral Point and Stanley Coleman of Potosi and five grandchidlren, Amie, Talesha, Karissa, Robert and Dylan. Carl "Dee" was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Catherine Prather, three brothers, John Ade, Donald and Frank Coleman. Carl "Dee" liked fishing, hunting and just enjoying the many gifts of Mother Nature. He loved to have family gatherings barbequing and spending time with his grandchildren. Carl "Dee" also enjoyed playing cards, pitch, poker, and horseshoes. He could always make you smile with some type of wise crack. He will be deeply missed by all of his family and friends. Visitation was held Friday, October 7, 2005 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, October 8, 2005 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 8, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Father Ted Pieper officiating. Burial took place at Calvary Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri. Serving as pallbearers were: Pete Coleman, Stacy Juliette, Rick Coleman, Jim Coleman, Kenny Harris and Dave Coleman. Services were entrusted to the care and direction of the Moore Funeral Home, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 13, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Sullivan Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/3419.1 Message Board Post: I have been researching my ancestors in Washington Co. They are from Ireland, the Sullivan's. They were Irish Catholic's as well. Have you come across any Sullivan's in your searches? I am trying to find out where from Ireland Daniel Sullivan came from. I am also wondering at that time, where did they arrive in the US from Ireland? Ellis Island was not operating at that time. IF you can help me out that would be great. Have you looked into the St.Joachim Catholic Church in Old Mines MO, WAshington Co? Thanks, Tammy_beck68@hotmail.com

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/3806.2 Message Board Post: My name is Janet Webber(Ligatich)I am searching for my relations with the same last name, I saw on the message board a Tince Ligatich,as being a survivor of Luther James Rutledge,there are only a handful with the same last name,thank you so much for your time Janet Webber,Battleground,Wa jlwebb@tds.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: PENBERTHY, MONTGOMERY RAGSDALE, SHADION, FORINASH, ELLIS, BARBEE, KEETH, HARDY, HOPP, DIX, CONWAY, BEAR Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4095 Message Board Post: Virgilene Ina Forinash of Raytown, Missouri formerly of Irondale, Missouri was born on Wednesay, July 19, 1911 in Bismarck, Missouri, the daughter of the late Harry and Alta (Penberthy) Montgomery. Ina departed this life Saturday, September 24, 2005 at her residence having reached the age of ninety-four years, two months, and five days. Virgilene is survived by one son, Harry Ragsdale of Greenville, Missouri, three daughers, Mary Lou Ellis of Raytown, Missouri, Dorothy Barbee of Poplar Bluff, Missouri and Anita Keeth of Lebanon, Missouri, two brothers, Leo Montgomery and wife Geraldine of Farmington, Missouri, and Jack Montgomery and wife Sally of Branson, Missouri; four sisters, Leotha Hardy and husband Huber of Potosi, Missouri, Norma Jean Hopp and husband Hoppie of Fayetteville, Illinois, Ruby Dix and husband Bob of Potaka, Illinois and Frankie Conway and husband Leon of Pevely, Missouri; also surviving are eleven grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, and fifteen great-great-grandchildren. Virgilene was preceded in death by her husbands, Lowell Ragsdale, Harold Shadion, and Glen Forinahs, her parents, three brothers, Elmo, Edmond and Ernest Montgomery; one sister, Elmyra Bear; one grandson, Robert Ragsdale and one great-grandchild. Virgilene was a longtime member of the Irondale United Methodist Church and the Londale Order of Easter Star. She enjoyed Jolly Mixers and square dancing. Most of all Virgilene loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Virgilene was a very kind and generous woman who will be missed deeply by all of her family and friends. Visitation was held Tuesday, September 27, 2005 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, September 28, 2005 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Irondale, Missouri. A funeral service was held Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Irondale Methodist Church in Irondale, Missouri with Rev. Gwen Trullinger officiating. Burial took place at the Big River Cemetery in 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, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: WEBER, DECLUE, HELMS, CORDIA, BOYSTER, GOUGH, PARKER, GILLAM, PARKER, KEY, CANTRELL, TRUDSE Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4094 Message Board Post: Harry E. DeClue of Potosi, Missouri was born in Potosi, Missouri on July 25, 1919, the son of the late Les and Anna (Weber) DeClue. He departed this life on September 26, 2005 at the Missouri Veterans Home in St. James, Missouri having reached the age of eighty-six years, two months, and one day. Harry was united in marriage to Georgia (Helms) DeClue on April 10, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri and this union was blessed to have two daughters. Harry is survived by his wife, Georgia DeClue, one daughter, Aona DeClue of Potosi; one brother, Donald DeClue and wife Peggy of Potosi; four grandchildren, Melissa Cordia, Della Boyster, Elizabeth Gough and Dawn Parker; four great-grandchidlren, Amanda Gillam, Dillon Cordia, Ashley Gillam and Abigail Cordia. Harry was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Palla Parker; three sisters, Edna Key, Olive Cantrell and Athal Trudse and three brothers, Wilber, Virgil and Gene DeClue. Harry was honorably discharged from the United States Army having served during World War II. He enlisted September 14, 1940 and was discharged June 11, 1945. He was awarded one Bronze Star for the Aleutian Islands, and the good conduct medal. During his enlistment he performed duties as a member of the rifle unit to provide automatic and semi-automatic rifle fire against enemy personnel. Harry also cleaned and serviced weapons, and served as an instructor in rifle marksmanship in training camp. Harry loved to sit and relax in his rocking chair. He also enjoyed going hunting and fishing. Harry will be deeply missed by his family friends, and everyone he knew. Visitation was Tuesday, September 27, 2005 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri. Funeral mass was celebrated Wednesday September 28, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Potosi, Missouri with Father George Galovich officating. Burial took place at the Calvary Cemetery in 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, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: VANDERGRIFF, NASH, TOPPINS, CAIN, COURTWAY, HOPPIE, JARVIS, PICKETT, SAUNDERS, ECKHOFF Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4093 Message Board Post: Leonard Everett Nash of Cadet, Missouri, departed this life at his residence Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at the age of 59 years, 1 month and 27 days. He was born August 1, 1946 at Mineral Point, Missouri, a son of the late John H. and elizabeth (Vandergriff) Nash. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather Charles Topppins; three brothers, Bobby, Arthur and Earnest Nash and a sister, Delores Cain. Those who remain to mourn his passing include his loving and devoted wife Virginia Nash; four sons, Leonard Nash and wife Belinda of Cadet, John Nash of Wisconsin, Virgil Cain and wife Melissa of North Carolina and Elliott Courtway of Cadet; four daughters, Mary Hoppie of Wisconsin, Michelle Nash of Cadet, Crystal Nash of Potosi and Glenda Jarvis of Potosi; a brother, Ronald Nash and special friend Theresa Portell of Cadet; four sisters, Leona Pickett and husband Henry of Cadet, Maudia Cain of Potosi, Lorene Saunders of Park Hills and Rhoda Eckhoff of Cadet; seventeen grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss him. Memorial services for Leonard were held Wednesday, October 5, 2005 at 12 noon at the Church of God and Jesus Christ, Cadet. Arrangements were entrusted to the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: VALLEY, BOYER, RICKETTS, BAILEY, HAYER, PONZAR Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4092 Message Board Post: William J. Boyer, 45, of Cadet, was born January 19, 1960 at Festus, MO, to William R. and Velma (Valley) Boyer, Cannon Mines, MO, and died Friday, September 30, 2005 in St. Louis following a bout with cancer. Mr. Boyer was a truck driver for Bussen Quarry. He was married May 12, 1979. Survivors include his wife, Shawn Boyer, of Cadet; a daughter, Andrea (husband Andrew) Ricketts, Cadet; his parents, William R. and Velma Boyer, Cannon Mines; a brother, Gene (wife Gina) Boyer, Affton, MO; four sisters, Sandra (Wayne) Basiley, DeSoto; Claudia (Charlie) Hayer, Cadet; Debbie (George) Boyer, Barnhart, and Cheryl (George) Ponzar, Cadet; other relatives and many friends. Mr. Boyer was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5936, Old Mines; Teamsters Union Local 683 and Kruisers Car Club. He loved the outdoors. Funeral services were at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2005 from St. Joachim Catholic Church, Old Mines with Father Ted Pieper celebrating. Burial was in St. Joachim cemetery, Old Mines. Memorials were suggested to Siteman Center of Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Mahn Funeral Home, DeSoto, was in charge of all arrangements. Independent Journal, Potosi, Mo, Thursday, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: DOWNARD, CALDWELL, TOPPINS, DRENNEN, KING Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4091 Message Board Post: Carol Sue (Downard) Caldwell entered the Kingdom of Heaven Saturday, September 24, 2005 at the age of 50 years, 11 months, and 29 days. She will celebrate her birthday with her mother, Evelyn Downard; her father, Lee Toppins; her brother, Dan Downard; grandparents, Herman "Buck" and Laura Drennen and her uncle Eugene Drennen this year. She was born on September 25, 1954 at Mineral Point, Missouri. She leaves to survive, her loving and devoted husband of 30 years, David Caldwell of Union; a sister, Kathy King and special friend Mike Heifner of Potosi; special aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss her. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Leslie Wise and Rev. Wesley Kean officiating. Serving as pallbearers for Carol Sue were: Lloyd Kean, Stanley Drennen, Kenny Drennen, Richard Ketcherside, Ed Fowler and Larry Drennen. Interment and final prayers were in the New Diggins Cemetery, Mineral Point Route. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: RION, WIEGENSTEIN, PIRTLE, KEINRATH, CAMPBELL, O'CONNOR Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4090 Message Board Post: Lucina A. Pirtle, 87, Fredericktown was born May 18, 1918 in Fredericktown a daughter of the late Christopher and Mary M. (Rion) Wiegenstein and died Saturday, October 1, 2005 at Potosi. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Troy Pirtle, a son, Michael Pirtle, a great grandchild, Audrey Keinrath, four brothers and six sisters. Survivors include Richard (Dick) Pirtle and wife Connie, St. James; a daughter, Mary Campbell and husband Gerald, Potosi; three grandchildren, Tracy Keinrath and husband Peters, St. Peters; Todd Pirtle, St. Louis and Jennifer Campbell, Potosi; two great-grandchildren, Lydia and Anna Keinrath, St. Peters; a sister, Marie O'Connor, Tullahoma, Tennessee; other relatives and many friends. Funeral mass was held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 5, 1005 at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Fredericktown with Rev. Bill Stanton celerating. Burial was in St. Michael's Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were: Roy Roberts, David Ward, Raymond Skaggs, Mike East and Godfrey Walman. Arrangements were by Follis & Sons Funeral Home, Fredericktown. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, October 6, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Warren/Mayberry/Lawson Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4089 Message Board Post: Looking for info on familyof William Warren and wife Mary Elizabeth "Mamie" Mayberry. Found on 1880 federal census in Belgrade, Washington Co. Mo. He as a blacksmith, born in Mo. Believe he related to my Lawson family. Any lead would be appreciated.

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/4088 Message Board Post: i was wondering if anyone has a plot map of the cemeterys i have alot of family there and would like to make it a little easier to find them or if you could tell me how to get one i would relly appreciate it thank you

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: courtway Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4087 Message Board Post: im looking for info on charles and corene courtway any info would be helpful i really need there parents and any thing on frank coleman i know courtway leads into courtois so i dont know which one it would be but any info would be great

Hello List Does anyone know anything on this surname, Marler. Thank in advance. Janet

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/3806.1 Message Board Post: information on Ligatich?Janet Webber(Ligatich)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Kirkpatrick, Fitzpatrick, Proffitt Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4081.1 Message Board Post: Oops!! after looking at my previous query several times before posting it, I still managed to list Mary Jane Fitzpatrick as Kirkpatrick! Her correct name is Fitzpatrick. Sorry for any confusion caused! Dave

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: JOHNSTON, VANCE, NETTLES, CAIN, SKILES, WILSON, ROLENS, WILKERSON, LAWSON, BRYERS, VALLEY, MASON Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4086 Message Board Post: Freddie Solon Vance, Sr. of Potosi, Missouri, departed this life Monday, September 19, 2005 at the age of 82 years, 3 months and 27 days. He was born May 23, 1923 at Potosi, Missouri, a son of the late Elijah Solon and Clora May (Johnston) Vance. Freddie was united in marriage to Bertha Nettles October 5, 1942 and eleven children were born to this union. He was a member of the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ and enjoyed playing his harmonica and playing checkers. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Betty Cain; one son, Freddie Vance, Jr.; two brothers, John Edward and Harry Vance and six sisters, Beulah Skiles, Julia Skiles, Maudie Wilson, Ida Rolens, Jessie Wilkerson and Sarah Lawson. Those who remain to mourn his passing are his wife, Bertha Vance of Mineral Point; four daughters, Tammy Vance and husband Arnold of Mineral Point; Ruby Vance of Mineral Point; Ginny Bryers and husband Larry of Van Buren and Bonnie Valley of Mineral Point; five sons, John Vance of Pensacola, Florida; Perry Vance and wife Anna of Lonedell; Daniel Vance of Mineral Point; Allen Vance and wife Bonnie of Cadet and Ronnie Vance and wife Cindy of Mineral Point; one sister Cecilia Mason of Cadet; 33 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2005, at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Roy John Emily officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Anthony Vance, Clifford Vance, Darrell Vance, Cody Vance, Justin Vance and Scott Hartman. Interment was in the New Masonic Cemetery, Potosi. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, Septembeer 29, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: ANDERSON, GIBSON, PYLES, ARNDT, HILL, WEIRICK Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4085 Message Board Post: James Clarence Gibson of Potosi, MIssouri, departed this life Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at his residence, at the age of 88 years, 6 months and 18 days. He was born March 3, 1917 at Bonne Terre, Missouri, a son of the late Charles and Rilla (Anderson) Gibson. Clarence was a member of the Potosi First Assembly of Gd and a Charter Member of Washington County Memorial Post VFW Post #6996. He was proud to have served his country in World War II in New Guinea, Luzon and the South Philippines. During his service he was awarded the Purple Heart, three Bronze Stars and the Good Conduct Medal. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Virgil and Ernest Gibson and four sisters, Bernice Gibson, Edna Gibson, Mabel Pyles and Dorothy Arndt. Those who remain to mourn his passing are his devoted and loving wife, Goldie Gibson of Potosi; one daugher, Nancy Hill and husband Bob of Ironton; three grandsons, Scott and wife Sheila of Wildwood, Bobby and wife Karen of Boomington, IL and Michael and wife Mary of Desloge; a brother, Herman Gibson of St. Clair; one sister, Jean Weirick and husband Mike of Gerald; five great grandchildren; Brendan, Jessica, Christopher, Amber and Isabel Hill; nieces, nephews, and many other relataives and friends who will sadly miss him. Funeral services were conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 24, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Curtis Bill Warren officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Ron Paul, Eugene Gibson, Jon Boyer, Darell Arndt, William Heddy and Norman Gibson. Serving as honorary pallbearers were: Don McCourtney, Bob Pyatt, Dave Holschen, Lawrence Scott and Bill Hawkins. Interment was in Redbud Memorial Gardens, Hwy 8 west, Potosi. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, September 29, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BECKER, THORPE, VINEYARD, PURCELL Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4084 Message Board Post: Luther Eugene "Gene" Thorpe of Belgrade, Missouri, departed this life Saturday, September 10, 2005 at his residence having reached the age of 82 years, 3 months and 24 days. Gene was born May 17, 1923 at St. Louis, Missouri, a son of the late Luther Russell and Catherine (Becker) Thorpe. He was united in marriage to Cleo Vineyard August 23, 1946, in St. Louis and one daughter was born to this union. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. He was a long time member of the Belgrade United Methodist Church and the Belgrade Masonic Lodge, A.F. and A.M. #632. Those who remain to mourn his passing include his wife, Cleo Thorpe; daughter, Terry Jean Purcell; two grandchildren, Tiimothy Purcell and Kristine Purcell, all of Belgrade; nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss him. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. October 1, 2005 at the Belgrade United Methodist Church with Rev. Julius Ketsenburg officiating. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, September 29, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: ADAMS, LEWIS, MEYER, BRAND, BEAUMONT, PAULUS, MILLER, BALZER, LAIRD, WALBURN, VOORHEES, BURKART, RICHARD, DEMOS, YEAGER Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4083 Message Board Post: Iva May "Bobbie" Meyer of Mineral Point, Missouri, departed this life Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at her residence at the age of 93 years, 5 months and 7 days. She was born April 14, 1912 at Flat River, Missouri, a daughter of the late Elliott and Minnie (Adams) Lewis. Bobbie, as she was known to family and friends, was a member of the Covenant Grace Church of God, Springtown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Brand and Sylvester Beaumont; three daughters, Patsy Paulus, Alice Faye Brand and Jo Ann Miller; three brothers, Walter, Everett and Ardel Lewis; one sister, Edith Balzer and one great-great-grandson, Simon Laird. Those who remain to mourn her passing are six grandchildren, Cynthia and Larry Walburn of Mineral Point, William and Sheila Voorhees of St. Louis, Pat and Victor Burkart of Gravois Mills, Terry and Debbie Miller of Gravois Mills, Tracy and Jerry Richard of Florida and David and Mary Miller of Gravois Mills; two sisters, Mable Demos of Farmington and Lucille Yeager of Bismarck; 19 great-grandchildren; 36 great-great grandchildren; 5 great-great-great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss her. Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Robert Thurman officiaitng. Serving as pallbearers were: Shane Walburn, Johnny Laird, Willie Harris, Joe Mayfield, Tom Brewington and Bill Voorhees. Interment in the Herod Cemetery, Desloge. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, September 29, 2005

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SCHRUM, BLOUNT, TROKEY, EDWARDS, KAY, SIMPSON Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lNB.2ACI/4082 Message Board Post: Wilma Lea Trokey of Potosi, Missouri, departed this life Monday, September 19, 2005 at her residence. She was born July 18, 1932 in Goodland, Missouri, a daughter of the late Edwin L. "Mutt" and Gladys Lucille (Schrum) Blount. Wilma was married to Clinton Trokey October 20, 1951 in Pocahontas, Arkansas and a son was born to the union. Clinton preceded her in death on August 21, 2002. In addition to her parents and her husband, Wilma was preceded in death by a sister, Corinne Edwards. Those who remain to mourn her passing are her son, Steve Trokey and wife Pam of Potosi; a sister, Laverna Kay and husband Bob of Potosi; a brother Donald Blount of Potosi; a grandson Clint Trokey; a granddaughter, Gretchen Simpson and husband Marty of Caledonia; three great grandchildren, Taylor, Jordan and Lauren Simpson of Caledonia; nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends who will sadly miss her. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 22, 2005 at the Britton Chapel, Potosi, with Rev. Dale Blount officiating. Serving as pallbearers were: Jeff Blount, J.J. Blount, Joey Blount, Robbie Reed, Michael Kay and Curt Gaston. Interment and final prayers were in Redbud Memorial Gardens, Hwy. 8 west, Potosi. All arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Britton Funeral Home of Potosi. Independent Journal, Potosi, MO, Thursday, September 29, 2005