Thomas “Sunnie” McClard Sr., son of the late Samuel Andrew McClard and Myrtie Rose McClard, was born on October 9, 1938 in Bloomfield, Missouri, and departed this life on September 9, 2020 at his residence in Dexter, Missouri, at the age of 81 years.
Mr. McClard was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corp, serving in Vietnam. He was a former painter for McDonnel-Douglas in St. Louis, Missouri, and he was a member of the Dexter VFW Post #2659, Kenady-Hanks American Legion Post #59, and Dexter Elks Lodge #2439.
He was united in marriage to Ruth Halley on November 9, 1982 in Bloomfield, Missouri. Mrs. McClard preceded him in death on August 24, 2002.
He is survived by his son, Thomas McClard Jr. of Fremont, California; by three daughters, Jeanith McClard of Escondido, California, Myrtie Levesque of Nashua, New Hampshire, and Andrea Poggione of Reno, Nevada; by his brother, Sammie McClard of Bloomfield, Missouri; by his cousin, who was more like a brother, Bob Ellis of St. Charles, Missouri; by nine grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; and by his devoted nephew, Andrew McClard.
Other than by his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jerry McClard and Harold McClard.
By his wishes, no services will be planned.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements.
Larry B. Stanfield, son of the late Rondell Stanfield and Ruby Fralick Stanfield was born in Bernie, Missouri on July 5, 1941 and departed this life at General Baptist Nursing Home in Campbell, Missouri on September 10, 2020 at the age of 79.
Mr. Stanfield was a Veteran of the United States Army, had worked in Maintenance and Plumbing at Housing Units.
He was united in marriage to Lois W. Barber. Mrs. Stanfield preceded her husband in death.
Other Survivors include his sister, Elaine Hemker of Sesser, Illinois; also by other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death other than by his parents and his wife, by two sons, Larry Allen Stanfield and James Ronnie Stanfield.
Friends may call at Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie, Missouri on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M.
Funeral Services will then be conducted at 1:00 P.M. in the Mathis Funeral Chapel in Bernie with Rev. Steve Fitzpatrick officiating. Interment will follow in Bernie Cemetery.
Mathis Funeral Home of Bernie in charge of all arrangements.
Marshall Leroy Probst, son of the late Pear Probst and Alma Riley Probst, was born on October 15, 1941, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and departed this life on September 8, 2020 at his residence in Potosi, Missouri at the age of 78 years.
Mr. Probst was a former minister at The Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Cadet, Missouri.
He was united in marriage to Deloris Wilcox Kiser on December 26, 1990 in Paragould, Arkansas. Mrs. Deloris Probst preceded him in death on February 6, 2010.
He is survived by three sons, Eric Probst of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Robert Kiser of Bernie, Missouri, and Jerry Dale Kiser Jr. of Kingston, Tennessee; by two daughters, Viola Baker of Cape Girardeau, Missouri and DeeAnn Hamby of Potosi, Missouri; by one brother, Ronnie Probst of Marquand, Missouri; by three sisters, Audrey Denny of Leadwood, Missouri, Fredia Gamblin of Jackson, Missouri, and Lela Frits of Morley, Missouri; by ten grandchildren, Michelle Harrey, David Charles, Joshua Brown and wife Stacy, Annastacia Farley and husband Tim, Micheal Probst, Jay Jay Baker, Schyler Mosier and husband Christopher, Misty Dawn Probst, DeTrease Money and Lasondra Kiser; by nine great-grandchildren, Alex, Davanee, Erica, James, Jonathan, Jase, Jaxen, Westen, and Paisley; and by many nieces and nephews.
Other than by his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Glenn Probst, Paul Probst and James Probst; and by his sister, Pear Arline Probst.
Friends may call at Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie on Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Chapel on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. with Bro. Johnny Wren officiating.
Interment will follow in the Bernie Cemetery.
Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie is in charge of all arrangements.
Paul C. Robinson, son of the late Elmer Thomas Robinson and Gladys Menley Robinson, was born on August 27, 1931 in rural Bloomfield, Missouri, and departed this life on September 7, 2020 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, at the age of 89 years.
Mr. Robinson was the former owner of Westside Gas Station in Dexter, Missouri, working as a mechanic. He also owned Robinson Shoe Shop in Dexter. He enjoyed creating different kinds of handmade leather goods; saddles, holsters, saddle bags, etc., and he was a member of the Dexter Saddle Club.
He was united in marriage to Debra Gail Mercer-Roberts on January 31, 1985 in Dexter. Mrs. Robinson survives of their home in Dexter.
In addition to his wife Debra, he is survived by two sons, Glen Robinson and wife Diane of Dexter and Jay Roberts of Jackson, Tennessee; by two daughters, Juanita Morgan and husband Ralph of Bloomfield and Paula Waggoner and husband Gordon of Dexter; by two sisters, Pansy Pendergrass of Lawton, Oklahoma and Marie Hester of Colorado Springs, Colorado; by eight grandchildren, Wendi Baker and husband Steve, Jeremiah Robinson and wife Brandi, Joshua Robinson and wife Rebecca, Ben Robinson and wife Amy, Mike Morgan and wife Tiffany, Sarah Grisham and husband Tom, Beth Bolton and husband Ben, and Jacob Roberts; and by eighteen great-grandchildren.
Other than by his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Vivian Smith, Mildred Hunsaker and Beverly Robinson.
Friends may call at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Sunday, September 13, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Chapel on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in the Sycamore Cemetery.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements.
DeAnna Faye Rogers, the daughter of John Wyatt Musgrave and Bonnie Lucille (Brown) Musgrave, was born on February 5, 1952 at Poe Clinic, Dexter, MO. and died on September 10, 2020 at the age of 68 and was carried by her Angel to the place Jesus called Paradise. She had been a resident of Dexter, MO. all of her life. On March 13, 1971, she married Dale Arthur Rogers in Dexter, MO.
She had several occupations during her life as a clothing inspector for Elders Manufacturing, as a cook for the Dexter Senior Center as a cook for Dexter Middle School. She then devoted her days to child care for her own grandchildren, family and neighbor children and even children needing a place to stay, as her home and her heart were open. She served the Keller Public Library, Children’s Program and received the “Friend of the Year” award in 2015. She was also Corporate Secretary for her husband’s Architectural Office.
She was baptized to the Kingdom of God at First Baptist Church in Dexter, MO. and after marriage became a member of the Community Church of Christ in Lowndes, MO. and served in the Ladies Club for several years. She loved our Lord God and placed her trust, faith and future in his hands.
She loved birds, butterflies and flowers. Among her favorite flowers were roses and lilies. Her favorite past-times were talking with family and friends and keeping her Facebook account active. Her favorite colors were yellow, brown and blue. Her favorite radio stations were Willie’s Roadhouse and Joel Osteen (quite a combination!). She had no favorite children as they were all equally and specially loved by her.
She had a multitude of friends for she was friendly and much loved as she loved much. She was devoted to her children and grandchildren and dedicated to helping them achieve their best. Although not wealthy, she knew she could leave them a good name, a character of integrity and an example for living, which is the greatest inheritance of real value one could give or receive. Kindness extended, Help given and Love shared sums up her life.
She is survived by her husband Dale of the home; two daughters, Kristina (Rogers) Banken and her husband Jason of Dexter and Kimberly (Rogers) Lacy and her husband Steven of Dexter; and three grandchildren, Olivia Lacy, Annie Banken and Owen Lacy.
She is also survived by her mother, Bonnie Musgrave and three sisters; Rose (Musgrave) Jackson and her husband Allen of Dexter, MO., Dana (Musgrave) Hux of Essex, MO., and Barbara (Musgrave) Karmas and her husband of Dexter, MO. and one brother-in-law Steven Cantrell of Bloomfield, MO. and three sisters-in-law Dixie (Rogers) Ponder and her husband Dan of Fruitport, MI., Denise (Rogers) Hall and her husband Robert of Lake City, MI and Cathy (Rogers) Mapes and her husband Dean of Midland, MI.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Musgrave and one sister, Debbie Cantrell.
Friends may gather at Mathis Funeral Home, Dexter, MO. on Monday, September 14, 2020 from 11:00 A.M until 1:00 P.M.
Funeral Services will then be conducted at 1:00 P.M. in the Mathis Funeral Chapel. Interment will be at the Rogers Cemetery located at the Community Church of Christ, Hwy P, Lowndes, MO. Officiating will be Bro. Jack Rogers and Bro. Dale Rogers, with Bro. Jeremy Rogers at the interment.
There will be a fellowship luncheon served at the Church following the interment service.
Mathis Funeral Home is in Charge of all arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Keller Public Library, Dexter, MO. and Southeast Health Cancer Center, Cape Girardeau, MO.
