Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Juanita Milleman

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Juanita Pauline Milleman, 94, of Pittsburg, passed away on November 28, 2017. She passed away only 5 days before her 95th birthday.

She was born on December 3, 1922 to Clem and Allie (Tackett) Wilson in Alston, Missouri. Juanita like everyone else born back then, grew up in hard times – the depression years as an early teenager. As she grew up, she made every penny count, trying to make it with very little money.

On June 8th, 1941, she married Ernest Arthur Milleman and they were married for 74 years, before Ernest passed away on October 22, 2015. Together they had one son, Gary Ernest Milleman. Gary resides in Pittsburg. Gary took care of them for several years before health reasons put them in a rest home.

Juanita was one of 10 brothers, one half-brother and three sisters. One sister, remains, Gloria Scholes of Franklin, Kansas.

Juanita was of the Christian faith. Her family always came first. Her passions in life were cooking, her garden and flower beds, and painting some of the most beautiful oil pictures around. Some of her pictures spans from Texas to Alaska with many people here in Pittsburg still having some on their wall.

She also loved animals, especially the nearly 26 years with her son's two Labrador retrievers, Brandi and Bonnie. She also loved to watch her birds, feeding probably 75-100 birds a day.

She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She always had a smile for everyone she met.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday (November 30) at the Garden of Memories Cemetery with Pastor Daryl Gaddy officiating. Friends are requested to meet at the cemetery. Casket bearers will be Fred Andrew, Joe Andrew, Charlie Jameson, and John Black. The family suggests memorials be given to the SEK Humane Society. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Online condolences may also be left at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg.

Monday, November 27, 2017

Pamela Varone

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Pamela Jean Fowler Varone, 59, of Arma, Kansas, passed away at 9:03 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2017, at her residence. 

She was born November 18, 1958 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the daughter of Hobert Leroy and Raye (Adams) Fowler. She graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1976. 

On September 26, 1980, she was united in marriage to Scott Varone at Miami, OK. He survives of the home. Survivors her husband Scott Varone of Arma, KS; two sons, Corey Fowler of Kansas City, MO, and Cody Varone of Pittsburg, KS; two sisters, Patsy Ann Williams of Oklahoma City, OK, Cheryl Yvonne Herr of California; a grandson Cooper Fowler and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Ramona Dawn Conover and two brother-in- laws, Charlie Herr and Don Conover.

No services are planned at this time. A private family Burial will be held at a later date. Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762

Linda Day

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Linda A. Day, 70 of Pittsburg, KS died at 7:20 pm, Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Via Christi Village in Pittsburg following a long illness.

She was born January 24, 1947 in Joplin, MO the daughter of Fred Harlen and Mary Alyce (Martin) Day.

Linda received a Licenced Practical Nursing degree at Crowder College in Neosho, MO immediately following high school graduation and worked at Gravette Hospital for several years.

Linda was an outgoing, happy person who made friends easily. She had many friends who loved her very much. She had a love for cats and had several that were special to her. She also enjoyed growing flowers and plants. She had quite a green thumb. But the joy of her life were her grandchildren and spending time with them.

She was a member of the Church of Christ in Pittsburg.

Survivors include a daughter Allyson (German) Abarca of Pittsburg; a son Noah Day of Erie, PA; four grandchildren: Gabriel, Hannah & Katelyn Abarca and Aiden Day.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Max Day.

Graveside services will be on December 3, 2017 at 3:30 pm in the Pineville City Cemetery, Pineville, MO. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com. Memorials may be made to the Church of Christ; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Cremation arrangements by Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Pittsburg.

Karen Benner

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Karen E. Benner, 68 of Pittsburg, KS died at 5:30 am Friday, November 24, 2017 at the Via Christi Village in Pittsburg.

She was born July 25, 1949 in Flemingsburg, KY the daughter of Hildrith Doyle and Marjorie (Porter) Heck.

She was married to Paul E. Benner, Sr. in Georgia; he survives her of the home.

Karen was a nurse working for Mt. Carmel Hospital for 35 years.

Additional survivors include a daughter Bobi O’Neal of Pittsburg, two sons: Paul Benner, Jr. of Girard and Richard Benner of Chanute, KS; three brothers, a grandson Kiel O’Neal and eight other grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Inurnment will take place at the Mt. Olive Cemetery at a later date. Condolences may be left atwww.bathnaylor.com. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 522 S. Broadway Pittsburg, KS

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Frederick McClure

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Frederick Alden McClure, 80, of Pittsburg, passed away at 3:46 a.m. Sunday, November 20, 2017 at his residence. 

He was born August 22, 1937, in Wichita, KS, to Ivan F. McClure and Gertrude G. Kerns McClure. Frederick enlisted in the United States Navy on August 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1959. He was an Oblate at Subiaco Abbey in Subiaco, Arkansas and involved in many other prayer groups at local parishes. Membership was held at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. 

Survivors include a son, Michael McClure and his wife Michelle of Pittsburg, KS; a daughter, Lisa Farris of Parsons, KS, and her friend Pat Duncan of Pittsburg, KS; three brothers, Martin McClure and his wife Dorothy of Plano, TX, Joseph McClure and his wife Brigitte of Elkhorn, NE; Robert McClure and his wife Carol of Huntington Beach, CA; 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Louise Harris, and Marlene L. McClure.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 25, 2017, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Father Michael Baldwin as Celebrant. . The parish rosary will be prayed at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Private Family Burial will be at the Subiaco Abbey in, Subiaco, AR. The family suggests memorials to the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 East 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762.Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com.

Monday, November 20, 2017

Deborah Miller

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Deborah Miller 58, of Pittsburg, KS, died at 10:15 pm Friday, November 17, 2017 at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, KS.

She was born April 7, 1959 the daughter of Sam and Mary Strawn Smith. She had been a lifelong resident of Pittsburg. She attended St. Mary’s Colgan Schools in Pittsburg.

Deborah was a caregiver working for Southeast Kansas Independent Living in Pittsburg, Kansas for eight years.

She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pittsburg, KS.

Survivors include one son Dennis R. Pope of Pittsburg and two daughters Brenda R. Cole of Topeka and Jenny L. Stevens of Pittsburg, her significant other Leroy Miller of Pittsburg, her mother Mary Smith of Pittsburg, seven brothers Sam Smith Jr. of Pittsburg, John Smith of Pittsburg, Robert Smith of Pittsburg, James Smith of Peoria, Illinois, David Smith and his wife Donna of Frontenac, Michael Smith and his wife Krista of Pittsburg and Shawn Smith of Overland Park, KS, one sister Diana Convirs of Pittsburg and six grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father Sam Smith, and one sister Loretta Crowe.

Funeral services will be 10 am Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home, 522 S. Broadway in Pittsburg, KS with Father Michael Baldwin of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Highland Park Cemetery in Pittsburg, KS. The family will receive their friends from 7 to 8 pm Monday at the funeral home. A memorial has been established in her memory to the Lords Diner in Pittsburg in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left at our web site www.bathnaylor.com.

Betty Kalusha

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Betty June Kalusha, 81, of Frontenac, Kansas, passed away peacefully at 2:35 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Springfield, Missouri following a long illness.

She was born June 14, 1936 the daughter of Col. Walter and Helen (Johnson) Humble at Hepler, Kansas. Betty attended Cherokee High School and Pittsburg State University.

She was a teacher for many years in the Monmouth, Frontenac, and Pittsburg School Districts. She loved being a teacher and spoke so often about the wonderful children she had in her classes. She was forced to retire in the early 1980’s for health reasons.

Membership was held in the St. John Lutheran Church, where she was a very active member.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Don Kalusha of Frontenac, Kansas, one brother, Col. Bud Humble of Girard, Kansas; two sisters, Shirley Palmer of Leawood, Kansas and Saundra Schooley of Quapaw, Oklahoma, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and three sisters, Norma Husarik of Chicago Heights, IL, Lorene Mein of Hepler, KS and Twilla Standlee of Carl Junction, MO.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday (Nov. 25) at the St. John Lutheran Church with Pastor Tom Wehrman officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Brenner Mortuary, where friends may call after noon Friday. The family suggests memorials to the St. John Lutheran Church. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Saturday, November 18, 2017

Sharon Matthews

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Sharon Kay Matthews, 74 of Pittsburg, KS died Wednesday November 15, 2017 at her home.

She was born March 19, 1943 in Pittsburg, KS the daughter of Luther and Mary (Staley) Cobb.

In 1960 she was united in marriage to James Matthews, Sr., they later divorced.

Sharon was a homemaker and a substitute teacher.

She was a member of the Church of Christ in Pittsburg.

Survivors include a daughter Sharon Matthews and her husband Tom Potocnik of Kansas City, MO a son Leroy and his wife Carol Matthews of Nixa, MO a brother Larry Cobb of Pittsburg five grandchildren: Dustin, Brittany, Kelsey, Parker and Haylea Matthews a great granddaughter Bayli “Bug” Covey.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Martha, two sons: Troy and James, Jr. “Jim” Matthews and a daughter Cassandra “Cassie” Matthews.

A celebration of life will take place from 5-7 pm, Friday November 24, 2017 at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Pittsburg. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Services and arrangements are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home Pittsburg, KS. 

Friday, November 17, 2017

Bud Walker

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Clayton A. “Bud” Walker, 85, passed away in Arizona. He was born in April of 1932 in Kansas City Missouri, the son of Victor A. Walker and Elvira Capps Walker. He grew up in Pittsburg, KS and was a 1950 graduate of Pittsburg High School. Bud earned a Business degree from the University of Kansas in 1958 after he served in the United States Navy. Upon graduation he was united in marriage with Margaret Wille of Kansas City, Kansas who resides in Arizona.

As a young contractor with a backhoe, (’67) Hydroline began installing PVC pipe for rural water lines throughout the central Midwest and in (’71) Bud founded Vinylplex, a manufacturer of PVC pipe in Pittsburg KS. In (’83) Bud along with his two sons and Steve Laskey, started Vinyltech Corporation in Phoenix, AZ. He exited the pipe business (’00) and was drawn back to where he grew up and joined Terry Kunstel with T&C Wildlife.

He also held ownership in several other businesses including (’78) General Poly, (’80) Magic Oil, (‘81) Business Essential’s. Bud was an owner of the Texas Rangers MLB club beginning in 1974. An avid outdoorsman, he was passionate about bird hunting in Kansas and Canada, fishing the Canadian border lakes with friends and family, and big game hunting in North America and Africa. His favorites were bobwhite quail and whitetail deer. He achieved 65 consecutive opening day Kansas quail hunts with friends. His desire for others to experience the outdoors in Kansas led him to endow and support Kansas Wildscapes Cabin Project. His love of sports led him to ownership of Magic Stables (thoroughbred horse racing), a founding member of Wolf Creek Golf Club, and a supporter of the University of Kansas Williams fund. He was a proud supporter of the University Kansas Baseball Jayhawks. Rock Chalk. He endowed the Southeast Kansas Community Foundation and began a Foundation called Caring for Kids.

Bud is survived by his wife Margaret, a son Michael (Jolene) who reside in Arizona. He is also survived by three granddaughters. He is preceded in death by his son David, his parents, two sisters Carol Adams and Cloe Ann Bentlage, and a brother Jim Walker. Special acknowledgement to all his partners and friends that walked with him in all his business and outdoor endeavors.

Bud will be laid to rest at Walker Cemetery, Garland, KS in a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caring for Kids, Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas Fund. PO Box 1448 Pittsburg, KS 66762. Marge, Mike, Jolene and Bud’s granddaughters would love to hear from you! Send memories – PO BOX 32785 Phoenix, AZ 85064mwalker5962@gmail.com Text pictures, prayers 1-620-240-0074 or Leave a Voicemail. Online condolences may also be left at www.brennermortuary.com. Local arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E 4th St., Pittsburg, KS.

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Bill Bynum

(From Parker Mortuary)

Billy Warren "Bill" Bynum, age 86, Galena, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at Mercy Hospital of Joplin.

Bill was born September 21, 1931 in Pineville, Missouri, son of the late Ray Bynum and Della Rebecca Bankson Bynum.

He served during the Korean Conflict where he was a recipient of the Presidential Unit Citation, and four bronze stars for his actions in Korea and China, he also received a purple heart for his service, and was sent back to the states in 1951. After returning, he graduated from the University of Wichita with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration in 1962. Bill worked for different government agencies throughout his career, working mainly with the accounting departments.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by a nephew, Freddie Crawford, Jr.

Survivors include his brother, Ray Lawson Bynum, and Loretta of Springfield, Illinois; sister, Delores Sackuvich of Magnolia, Texas; nieces and nephews, Ray Bynum of Tucson, Arizona, Diana Germann of Springfield, Illinois, Sharon Bynum of Springfield, Illinois, Dr. Randy Bynum of Littleton, Colorado; Stephen Bynum of Ballwin, Missouri, Lynnette Hernandez of Kansas City, Kansas, Valerie Schubert of Olathe, Kansas, and Sabrina Sackuvich of Magnolia, Texas; several great-nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be Monday, November 20, 2017 at 12:00 Noon in Hillcrest Cemetery, Galena, Kansas with Rev. Jeff D. Martin officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Odessa Martin

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Odessa E. Martin, 90, of Columbus, Ks, died November 14, 2017 at Medicalodge Columbus. 

She was born October 7, 1927 in Picher, Oklahoma the daughter of Melvin and Blanch Hamm. Odessa married Glenn Martin on June 23, 1956. He preceded her in death. She had one son, Michael Leeds. Survivors include her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

There are no services planned at this time. Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Columbus, KS.

Richard Perry

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Richard Lee Perry, 70, of Claremore, Oklahoma, formerly of Pittsburg, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Saint Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He was born April 25, 1947 at Pittsburg, the son of Audra L. and Virginia (VanGorden) Perry. He attended Pittsburg High School, graduating with the Class of 1965. He then graduated from Kansas State Teachers College with a degree in Architectural Engineering. Following graduation from college, he farmed in Rolla, Kansas before moving back to Pittsburg where he worked for Huebner Motor Company, was a local Realtor, and Names and Numbers.

Dick was an avid golfer, Nascar fan and enjoyed various sports.

Survivors include a son, Michael Perry of Hugoton, Kansas; a daughter, Emily Keiswetter and her husband, Troy of Manhattan, Kansas; grandchildren, Audra and Aurie Perry of Hugoton, and Sabryn O’Gara, Sophie Williams, Kcanna and Kalob Keiswetter of Manhattan; two sisters, Barbara Shanks and Kay Marshall and her husband, Don of Pittsburg; a brother, Stephen Perry and his wife, Debbra of Locust Grove, Oklahoma; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Richie Perry.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday (Nov. 18) at the Brenner Mortuary with Pastor Dale Samuels officiating. Private burial will take place in the Crocker Cemetery, Pittsburg, KS. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Mary Mills

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Mary M. Mills, 73, of Arma, KS, passed away at 3:47 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2017, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She was born January 12, 1944 at Fairland, OK, to Boone and Virgie (Fountain) May. On October 29, 1960, she was united in marriage to Jerry Mills at Fairland, OK.

In addition to her husband, Jerry Mills of the home, she is survived by a daughter, Judy Mills of Kansas City, MO; a son, Jeff Mills and his wife Shontel of Arma, KS; brother, Haskell May and family, JB May and family; two grandchildren, Gretchen and Drew Mills.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Collene Dolan.

Throughout her life, she assisted in the running of the family business, and ran her own shop (The Nesting Place) while being the home manager. In recent years, she loved keeping her antique/flea market booths full and successful. She worked within her community as well as her church family to help individuals in need and this was her greatest joy. Mary was known for her tireless smile and for offering support to anyone she encountered.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday (November 16) at the Garden of Memories Cemetery with German Abarca officiating. A memorial service will be held at noon at the Church of Christ, Pittsburg, and lunch will be served immediately after. Online condolences may also be left at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg.

Billie Huntsinger

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Billie Eugene Huntsinger, 87, of Pittsburg, formerly of West Mineral, Kansas, went to be with his Lord and join his family at 4:07 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2017 at Via Christi Hospital. 

He was born October 11, 1930 at West Mineral, Kansas to Billie and Mamie (Castiagno) Huntsinger. He attended grade school in West Mineral, till the family moved to the state of Washington, living there till moving back to Parsons, Kansas. After the death of his parents, he moved to McCune, Kansas to live with his Aunt Josephine Tridle. Later he moved to Weir, Kansas in his own home. He moved to Carrington Place after failing health. 

He is survived by his cousins. Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Thursday (Nov. 16) at the Star Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at Brenner Mortuary to sign the register book. Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Thursday, November 9, 2017

John Potter

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

John Allen Potter, age 80, passed away at 11:15 am Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Freeman West Hospital Joplin, MO following a sudden illness.

Mr. Potter was born December 21, 1936 in Riverton. His parents were John Richard and Mildred Pauline (Kitch) Potter. He was a lifetime resident of Riverton.

He graduated from Riverton High School with the Class of 1954. He continued his studies at Pitt State University, Pittsburg, KS ultimately earning a Master’s Degree in Metal and Wood Working.

He taught woodworking at Galena (KS) High School for 25 years. He was also a self-employed farmer. He was a member of the Lowell Friends Church, Lowell, KS, the Galena Teachers Association, and the Kansas Chapter of the National Education Assn. He served 8 years as a member of the Riverton School Board. He enjoyed being outdoors, cutting firewood, and watching wildlife, especially deer.

Surviving is one son, Alan L Potter (Rodney Hoose), Jenks, OK; one daughter Lisa K Potter-Savage (Jerry), Riverton, KS; his sister, Cheryl Roberts (Bob), Beeville, TX; one granddaughter, Ashley N. Savage, Riverton, KS; 5 nieces and 5 nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Mary Evelyn Walters, and one brother, Richard Wayne Potter.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am, Monday, November 13, 2017 at Derfelt Funeral Home, Galena, KS. Pastor Jeff Adams will officiate. Private burial will follow.

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Margaret Martinache

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Margaret Mary Martinache 93, of Brooksville, FL died 9:00pm Thursday November 2, 2017 at the Penbry Estate Assisted Living Center in Eustis, FL following an illness.

Margaret was born November 28, 1923 in Franklin, KS the daughter of Frank and Juliette (Steve) Martinache. Margaret was a graduate of Arma High School in 1942. Following high school Margaret moved to Detroit and pursued a career with General Motors working in the Cadillac Division as an executive secretary. Margaret worked for 45 years retiring in 1987. Margaret was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Brooksville, FL. After retirement Margaret enjoyed traveling, especially to Europe. 

Survivors include special friends Bob Cooper and wife Maureen and family Eustis, FL and Evelyn Bahr of Florida.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Mary Martinache Kalin and Julia Martinache Yerman, special friend Lois Riley.

Graveside Services will be 10 a.m. Monday November 13, 2017 at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Pittsburg, KS with Pastor Jim Sukraw officiating. Family and friends are asked to meet at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Pittsburg, KS at 9:00am Monday to proceed to the cemetery. Condolences can be left at www.bathnaylor.com

Arrangements and services are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home Pittsburg, KS.

Louise Oates

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Louise Baker Oakes, 90, of Pittsburg, KS passed away Monday, November 6, 2017 at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, KS. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 20, 1927 to Gottlob and Lena Walz. She married Walter Scotty Baker on November 4, 1946, he preceded her in death. Louise then married Richard E. Oakes on July 11, 1987, he also preceded her in death.

She attended schools in Ohio and moved with her parents to Junction City, KS. She met and married Scotty Baker in Ft. Riley, KS. Her family moved to Pittsburg, KS in 1946 where they owned and operated the family business, Pittsburg Laundry and Dry Cleaning for 30 years.

She is survived by two daughters, Barbara A. Baker of Parsons, KS and Linda L. Baker of Oklahoma City, OK.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Otto E. Lutz and both of her husbands.

Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at Bath-Naylor Funeral Home in Pittsburg, KS. Inurnment will be at a later date.

In Lieu of flowers donations may be made out to the SEK Humane Society.

Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com. Services and arrangements are under the direction of the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Pittsburg, KS.

Monday, November 6, 2017

Charles Perrie

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Charles Weems Perrie, 75, of Pittsburg, died October 30, 2017 at Via Christi Village in Pittsburg.
He was born September 20, 1942 in Maryland, the son of Charles Perrie, Claire (Duvall) and step-dad Arthur Sizemore.

Charles worked for Tri-State trucking company as a truck driver.

Survivors include sons; Wade (Rose) Perrie of Baltimore, Maryland, Michael (Jeannie) Perrie of Baltimore, Maryland, daughter; Linda Luca of Baltimore, Maryland and 6 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

There are no services planned at this time. Condolences may be left at our websitewww.bathnaylor.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Columbus, KS.

Friday, November 3, 2017

Willis Hopkins

(From Derfelt Funeral Home)

Willis G. “Hoppie” Hopkins, age 73 of Columbus, passed away at Mercy Maude Norton Hospital in Columbus at 8:45 PM on November 2, 2017.

Willis was born on September 4, 1944 to the union of Connie E. Hopkins and Leona “Chub” (Reid) Hopkins. He worked for Cherokee County as a backhoe operator for 20 years before beginning his own contract lawn-mowing service, which he operated for several years.

Willis was a regular attender of the Central Christian Center in Joplin. He loved hunting, attending rodeos, participating in horse-pulling, and spending time with his family.

Willis married Barbara Parsons. They had one son, Mark, and they later divorced.

Willis is survived by his son, Mark Hopkins (wife, Melissa) of Columbus; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:30 PM at Park Cemetery of Columbus. Pastor Wes Davis will officiate. A visitation will take place before the service from 12-1:00 PM at Derfelt Funeral Home of Columbnus.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Columbus Saddle Club in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.

Thursday, November 2, 2017

Rod Dutton

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Rodney Browning Dutton of Pittsburg, KS died at his home on Friday, October 27th at the age of 67. Rod was born in Wichita, KS and moved with his wife to Pittsburg, KS in 1972 where he worked as an artist and commercial graphic designer. This work can still be seen throughout Pittsburg. His paintings and drawings have been displayed in numerous shows in the Four State area. His love for others turned Rod and Janet's place into a second home (and a second family) for many friends. Rod's love as a friend, father, and husband will continue to be felt by those fortunate enough to have known him.

He is survived by his wife, Janet; his sons, Eric and his wife Rebecca of Gainesville, FL, and Tim and his wife Jessica of Fort Worth, TX; three grandchildren, Erica's daughter Isabel and Tim and Jessica's sons Gordon and Oliver; and his sister, Guyla Bennett of Covington, WA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Hilda Dutton of Wichita, KS.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Project Alternative through the Greenbush Education Service Center (620-704-4396). Checks may be made out to Greenbush. A donation will help others continue Rod's work teaching art to children with emotional and behavioral disabilities. Although he began this work in the last years of his life, he often said it was the most fulfilling work he had ever done. A celebration of his life will take place at 2:00 PM at the Frisco Event Center at 210 E 4th Street, Pittsburg, KS on Thursday, November 9th. All are welcome.