Dwayne E. Davis Obituary January 5, 1942 - March 26, 2022

 

Dwayne E. Davis

Ava, Missouri

 

Dwayne E. Davis, 80 years, 2 months, 21 days old, went Home to be with His Lord and Savior on March 26, 2022 at his home with his family by his side.

 

Dwayne was born January 5, 1942 in Newton, Iowa. He was the son of Lloyd and Rachael (Evans) Davis. He attended and graduated from Russell High School in 1960.    

 

Dwayne was a U.S. Marine Veteran and served for his country from 1961 to 1965.

 

On May 12, 1968 Dwayne and Lora Kay Hall were united in marriage at Iowa City, Iowa. They were blessed with two children, Harold and Sherry.

 

Dwayne was owner and operator of Davis Tire and Wheel in Ava for over 25 years. He worked alongside his wife, Lora Kay in the business.   

 

He was a member of the Ava Assembly of God Church for several years. He also served as a Gideon with the Douglas County Camp for years and was a member of the Troy Herd American Legion Post 112. Dwayne enjoyed horses and his cattle. His pride and joy was his family. He adored his grand and great grandchildren.

 

Dwayne’s passion was spreading the gospel through Gideon’s International and loved the opportunity to speak at area community churches.   

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother-in-law, Andy Simatovich, and several of Lora’s family members that have gone on to Heaven.

 

Dwayne is survived by his wife, whom he called Katey, two children and their spouses; Harold & Marcia Davis and Sherry & Mark Blakey, four grandchildren and their spouses; Chad & Laura, Brooke & Adam, Kelsey & Dustin, Mark Weston & Kala;  six great grandchildren; Bentlee, Maddi, Emma, Lucas, Peyton and Blayke; a sister, Sheryl Simatovich; brother and wife, Buddy & June Davis;

a host of relatives and many friends.

           

Funeral services for Dwayne will be Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ava Assembly of God Church with burial following in the Dyer Cemetery with full military honors by the Troy Herd American Legion Post 112.  Visitation will be prior to the service on Tuesday at 1:00 P.M. at the church. Officiating will be Pastor Buddy Boyd and Pastor Robert Hall. Family requests memorials to the Gideon’s or Dyer Cemetery.

SERVICES

Visitation

Tuesday, March 29, 2022
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Ava Assembly of God
Highway 5 Bypass
Ava, Mo 65608

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, March 29, 2022
2:00 PM

Ava Assembly of God
Highway 5 Bypass
Ava, Mo 65608

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Burial in the Dyer Cemetery with Military Honors

Donna Mae Criswell January 30, 1932 ~ March 19, 2022 (age 90)

 

Donna Mae Criswell was born January 30, 1932 to Elmer and Gladys (Scott) Forbes in Murray, Iowa.  She graduated from Murray High School in 1950.  She worked several different jobs throughout her life,     Hy-vee as an billing clerk, Walmart, Baptist School in Knoxville, Iowa and First Baptist Church in Des Moines, Iowa.  Donna was a loving and caring mother to her five children, Dan, Denny, Deena with Don Wetzel, David and Donovan with Don Murdock.  In her later years she married Edward Criswell whom passed away on November 18, 2006.

Donna was a long-time member of the Chariton Christian Church of Disciples of Christ. She loved to sing and play for funerals and weddings.

She peacefully passed away with family by her side on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at the Lucas County Health Center in Chariton, Iowa.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Gladys Forbes, her husband Edward, her siblings, Marguerite (Gerald) Persels, Leo (Doris) Forbes, Mildred (Lloyd) Peppmeier and Kenneth Forbes.

Left to mourn her death is her brother, Corky (Linda)Forbes of Oregon, her children, Dan (Susan) Wetzel of Shenandoah, Denny (Judy) Wetzel of Ames, Deena (Randy) McSparen of Russell, David (Cindy) Murdock of Milan, Mo, Donovan Murdock of Chariton, 16 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, 19 great-great-grandchildren, her sister-in-law, Charlotte Forbes. Memorials may be directed to the Chariton Christian Church – Disciples of Christ in Chariton, Iowa.  On line condolences may be left at www.fieldingfuneralhomes.com.

Wanda D. Gookin Obituary July 12, 1930 ~ March 19, 2022 (age 91)

 

Wanda Dawn Fothergill was born July 12, 1930 in Knoxville, Iowa. Through her younger years her family moved to Melcher, Williamson, and Des Moines. As a young girl she developed her love of riding horses and all animals. She was a very proud graduate of East High School in Des Moines class of 1948. After high school she explored other places landing in Arizona before settling back in Des Moines working at the Bell telephone company and Hubbell Reality as a secretary.

  In 1954 she married Roger Gookin and to this union three sons were born Michael Roger, Joseph Paul and Douglas Jay. During their married life they lived several places Des Moines, Russell, Melrose, Montrose, Colorado and finally Chariton. Wanda had several jobs each place they lived but when they moved to Chariton she started working at the Chartion Manor. First as a cook and then joining the activities department where she worked 34 years. She had a great love for the residents and considered them her family. She worked until the age of 80 and then she continued to volunteer for many more years. Wanda was always a worker. Raising big gardens and taking care of kids, animals you name it.

  Wanda was a founding member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in Russell. A member of Russell Methodist Church and a member of Russell American Legion Auxiliary for many years. Most of all she loved her friends and family.

  Left to mourn her loss are her children Mike (Mary) Gookin, Joe (Kellie) Gookin and Doug (Karen) Gookin. Her brother John Fothergill and sister Dalene (Jack) Mullins.

  Her grandchildren Heather (Ryan) Johnson, Chad (Britni) Gookin, Amber Heins, Emily (Tyler) Arp, April (Levi Clark),  Joe and Tyler Gookin

  Her great grandchildren Addison and Hayden, Josh, Amber, Jordan, Skyler, Jocelyn, Paisley, Adrien and Lily and one on the way.

Her great great grandchildren Jayce, Shane, Raydon, Shah Kahn, Orion, Case and Maverick.

  Memorials may be given in Wanda’s name to Russell Methodist Church or Care Initiatives Activity Department in Chariton.

Jessica Lynn Alexander Obituary May 30, 1985 - March 8, 2022

 

Services for Jessica Lynn Alexander, 36, of Russell, will be held on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. There will be an open visitation from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Jessica's family will receive friends prior to the service, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Services for Jessica Lynn Alexander, 36, of Russell, Iowa, will be held on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. There will be a visitation from noon to 6:00 p.m. with the family present from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. to greet friends.

The service will be livestreamed at the following link: https://my.gather.app/remember/jessica-alexander

Memorials may be made in care of Jessica’s family. All donations made through the Tribute Fund link will go directly to Jessica’s family.

Jessica was born on May 30, 1985, in Newton, Iowa, to Rene Lyons. She graduated from Southeast Polk High School in 2004.

Jessica met Garrett Alexander in May of 2002 at the Knoxville Raceway. After Jessica graduated, she moved down to Lucas with Garrett, where they started their family. Jessica was united in marriage to Garrett on November 10, 2012, in Milo, Iowa. To this union, they were blessed with three children: Shannon, Jayson, and Jaxson.

She worked as an Associate at the Chariton High School. Jess loved doing two things, racing or camping. If you asked her what her favorite season was, she would say “race and camping season”.

Jessica will be dearly missed by her husband, Garrett Alexander; daughter, Shannon Alexander; sons, Jayson and Jaxson Alexander; mother, Rene Lyons; sister, Sara (Danny) Banker; parents-in-law, Jim (Pam) Alexander and Susan (Michael) Lowers; sister-in-law, Sheila (Matthew) Carty; sister-in-law, Amanda (Sheldon) Lane; sister-in-law, Renee (Andrew) Siders; along with many nieces and nephews. Jessica was preceded in death by her grandmother, Beverly Lyons; and her uncle, Rod Lyons.
Jessica will be dearly missed by her husband, Garrett Alexander; daughter, Shannon Alexander; sons, Jayson and Jaxson Alexander; mother, Rene Lyons; sister, Sara (Danny) Banker; parents-in-law, Jim (Pam) Alexander and Susan (Mike) Lowers; sister-in-law, Sheila (Matthew) Carty; sister-in-law, Amanda (Sheldon) Lane; sister-in-law, Renee (Andrew) Siders; along with many nieces and nephews. Jessica was preceded in death by her grandmother, Beverly Lyons; and her uncle, Rod Lyons.

Visitation - Wednesday March 16th  4-6 p.m.  Service 6 p.m.  Pierschbacher Funeral Home

Cathy Sue (Wilhite) Burkland Obituary November 29, 1957 ~ March 10, 2022 (age 64)

 Cathy Sue Burkland, age 64, of Moulton passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 at her home.

Cathy was born on November 29, 1957 in Ottumwa, Iowa, the daughter of Robert and Alice (Unger) Wilhite. She was raised in Russell, Iowa, and graduated from Russell High School with the Class of 1976.

Cathy had many passions in life including, cooking, baking, sewing, quilting and embroidery.  Most importantly, she cherished her children and grandchildren, as well as the time spent with them.  In her younger years, Cathy was saved and baptized, leading her to a life of helping and caring for others around her, which she was very fond of.

On June 19, 1976, Cathy was united in marriage to Ted Hansen, and to this union, Josh and Ben were born.  The couple later divorced.  She later married Howard Gorden Burkland, and to this union, two daughters were born, Meggan and Mollee.

Left to cherish Cathy’s memory are her children, Josh (Lindy) Hansen of Plant City, Florida, Ben (Tara) Hansen of New Sharon, Iowa, Meggan (Darrick Smith) Burkland of Moulton, and Mollee Vanderlinden of Moulton; a step son, Eric Burkland of Pella; two brothers, Jerry (Debbie) Wilhite of Dalby Queensland, Australia, and Terry (Sharon) Wilhite of Russell, Iowa; 14 grandchildren, Hunter Hansen, Kenedi Hansen, Kalyn Hansen, Taylor Hansen, Allen Hansen, Colten Hansen, Autumn Burkland, Rory Vanderlinden, Griffin Hansen, Quinn Hansen, Oaklyn Hansen, Dodge Duke, Daisalyn Duke, and Uriah Hansen; as well as several extended family members and friends.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Alice Wilhite; and a brother, Ricky Wilhite.

Per Cathy’s wishes, cremation has been accorded.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:30AM, Monday, March 21, 2022 at Lange Funeral Home and Crematory in Centerville with Pastor Terry Wilhite officiating.  Visitation will take place Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Lange Funeral Home and Crematory in Centerville, beginning at 12:00PM (Noon), with the family greeting friends from 4-6PM.  Memorials have been established to the Family of Cathy Burkland, to be determined at a later date, and may be mailed to Lange Funeral Home and Crematory, 1900 South 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544.   Condolences may be shared online at www.langefh.com or on our funeral home Facebook page. 

Services

VISITATION

Sunday
March 20, 2022
4:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Lange Funeral Home & Crematory
1900 South 18th St
Centerville, IA 52544

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Monday
March 21, 2022
10:30 AM
Lange Funeral Home & Crematory
1900 South 18th St
Centerville, IA 52544

Caroline Faulconer Obituary August 2, 1926 - March 10, 2022

 

The family of Caroline Faulconer will welcome friends on Monday, March 14, 2022, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at the Chariton Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Caroline’s name to the Chariton Public Library and the Lucas County Historical Museum.

Caroline O’Dell was born on August 2, 1926, the fifth of six children born to John William and Zenobia (Lynn) O’Dell. She was raised in Seward, Nebraska until her mother died in 1928. She then lived with her relatives until coming to Russell, Iowa at the age of nine to live with an aunt and her sisters, Mary and Bessie.

Caroline graduated from Russell High School in 1944. She worked in the telephone office in Seward for a short while, then returned to Chariton and worked at the telephone office as an operator until her marriage to Walter Faulconer on September 30, 1949.

One daughter, Linda, was born in November 1950. They spent most of their married life on a farm in southern Lucas County. They moved to Chariton in 2003 and have lived there since. Caroline was a longtime member of Sunnyslope Church of Christ near Promise City, Iowa.

Caroline passed away at Chariton Specialty Care on Thursday, March 10, 2022. She is survived by her husband of 72 and a half years, Walter; daughter, Linda; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Caroline was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Mary Chase and Bessie Rawlins; brothers, Fred and John; and infant brother, Marvin.

Visitation Monday March 14th  9:30 to 11:00 am  Graveside Services  Monday March 14  11:00 am.

 

Jesse Theron Fisher Obituary October 3, 1981 - March 5, 2022

 

A Celebration of Life for Jesse Theron Fisher, 40, will be Friday, March 18, 2022, from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m., at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. All donations made through the Tribute Fund link will go directly to Theron's family.

Theron will be dearly missed by his uncle and best friend, Garold "Gary" Wayne Smith; aunt, Rose Annette Smith; cousin, Wade Burk; close friends: Katie Oxenreider, Kimberley Fails, and Marquella Witt; and many more friends. He was preceded in death by his cousin, Terri Burk.

 

Nancy Gallagher Blue Obituary July 7, 1931 - March 9, 2022

 

Nancy G. Blue, 90, of Kokomo, passed away on Wednesday, March 9.
She was born July 7, 1931, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Genevieve and Richard Losch. She graduated from Central High School in Omaha (a place she loved to tell stories about) and Principia College, Illinois. On June 20, 1959, she married Robert Blue. She was a social worker at the time, and he was soon to be a doctor. They had three children: Becky, Debbie and Andy.
Nancy was committed to helping people who didn't get the same breaks in life that she did, first as a social worker, but throughout her life. She was an active member in her community, participating in PEO, and in her children's schools. She volunteered in various administrative capacities for the Kokomo Symphony for several years and was proud to have been part of bringing world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell to Kokomo.
She loved her husband, children, siblings, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews deeply and unconditionally. She was a tireless center of strength, caring and profound generosity.
She adored birds, playing bridge, books, flowers, children, Harry Belafonte, the "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" soundtrack, and New Smyrna Beach.
A memorial will be at 2 p.m. Friday, March 18, 2022, at Judson Road Baptist Church, 1995 N. 750 West, Kokomo.