Doris Kathryn Williamson, daughter of the late George Miller and Naomi Temples Miller, was born on August 1, 1928 in Pontiac, Michigan and departed this life on November 6, 2020 in Dexter, Missouri at the age of 92 years.
On January 15, 1951, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, she was united in marriage to Estel Williamson. Mr. and Mrs. Williamson were married for 69 years. Mr. Williamson survives of their home in Essex.
Mrs. Williamson worked as an administrative professional upon her graduation from the Chillicothe Business College. Before accepting the role of motherhood fulltime, she was employed with the law firm of Sanford and Rose of North Carolina.
In addition to her husband, Estel, she is survived by two sons, Bruce Williamson of Van Buren, and Brett and wife Ingrid of Essex; by three daughters, Kay and husband Ray Lassen of Doniphan, Ellen of Bloomfield, and Mary Ann of Kirkwood; by her brother, Frank Miller of Dexter, by her aunt, Evelyn Hunt of Dexter, by five grandchildren, Jonathan Williamson, Kendra (Dave) Haas, Jaime (Marcus) Davis, Rachel Darter, and Tasha Lassen; by thirteen great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews, friends and family.
Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Jeanie Miller; by her great-grandson, Owen Hawkins and her great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Williamson.
Private, family only, funeral Services will be conducted at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Monday, November 9, 2020 with Rev. James Malloy officiating.
Interment will follow in the Essex Cemetery.
The Williamson family respectfully requests that everyone wear a mask.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38101.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of arrangements.
Farrell Dean Menley, son of the late Alvin Menley and Mary Phillips Menley, was born on September 16, 1939 in rural Bloomfield, Missouri, and departed this life on November 6, 2020 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, at the age of 81 years.
Mr. Menley was a former employee of Purolator for twenty-three years, working as a machine operator. He also worked for the International Hat Company for thirteen years and Tyson for seven years. He was a member of Castor River General Baptist Church and a resident of Aquilla, Missouri. He enjoyed being outside and working in his flowers. He loved his animals and he loved to sing.
On November 17, 1961, in Clines Island, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Nancy Ann Eaton. Mrs. Menley survives of their home in Aquilla.
In addition to his wife Nancy, he is survived by his son, Wayne Menley and wife Barbara of Jonesboro, Arkansas; by his daughter, Teresa Hattenhauer and husband Cliff of Laredo, Arkansas; by his brother, Eugene Menley and wife Phyllis of Dexter, Missouri; by three grandchildren, Meghan Allen and husband Mikey, Dalton Menley, and Morgan Barr and husband Cameron; and by one great-grandson, Jaxson Allen.
Visitation will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will then be conducted in the Mathis Funeral Chapel on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Harold Carter and Rev. Mike Lee officiating.
Interment will follow in Walker Cemetery in Bloomfield.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of arrangements.
Eva Pearl McNece, daughter of the late Tribble Edwards and Janie Lucille Charlton Edwards, was born in Kennett, Missouri on December 27, 1939, and departed this life at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Highland, Illinois on November 5, 2020 at the age of 80.
Mrs. McNece was a homemaker and was a member of the Jehovah Witness Church.
She was united in marriage to Verl Leonard McNece in Bernie, Missouri on January 19, 1957. Mr. McNece preceded his wife in death on January 9, 2015.
Survivors include two sons, Terry McNece of Greenville, Illinois and Howard McNece & wife Johnnie of Pocahontas, Illinois; by four daughters, Kathy Myers & husband Joseph of Tuscola, Illinois, Janie Duckwitz of Effingham, Illinois, Phyllis Kruengel & husband Kenny and Shelia Yagow & husband Steve all of Altamont, Illinois; by three brothers, Jim Edwards, Ben Edwards and Jack Edwards; by one sister, Sue Davis; also by twelve grandchildren and Numerous Great-Grandchildren; also by other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death other than by her parents and her husband, by one son, Carl McNece and by four brothers.
Friends may call at Mathis Funeral Home on Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 P.M.
Graveside services will be conducted at Bethany Cemetery, Sunday, November 8, 2020 starting at 1:30 P.M.
Interment following.
Mathis Funeral Home of Bernie, Missouri in charge of all arrangements.
Linda Ruth Miller (Lovins), 75, of Bernie, Missouri, died on November 6, 2020 at Poplar Bluff Regional Hospital. Born to James “Buddy” and Ruth Nell Lovins on February 5, 1945.
She is survived by her husband Elmer Gene Miller of the home; son Michael Mason; daughter Kelly Mason; brother James “Buster” Lovins; and sister Kathy Cagle. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Joyce Hicks. She was loved and adored by all who knew her; her nieces & nephews, in-laws, extended family, and fellow parishioners at the Bernie General Baptist Church.
Linda was owner/hairdresser at Marvin’s Headquarters in Dexter, Missouri, and Mason’s Beauty Salon in Bernie, Missouri, for many years. She was an avid gardener, musician, a huge St. Louis Cardinals fan, and fantastic cook.
A private graveside service is planned for immediate family members.
Memorials may be made in her name to the Stoddard County Children’s Home, P O Box 164, Dexter, MO 63841, in honor of her memory.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of arrangements.
Reverend Richard “Wayne” Dismuke, son of the late Reverend R.T. Dismuke and Bernice (Ender) Dismuke, was born on February 1, 1948 and entered the gates of heaven on October 29, 2020 at the age of 72 in Franklin, Tennessee.
Before retiring, Wayne was the Senior Adult Pastor at Christ Church Nashville, and also served the congregation at First Baptist Church, Dexter, MO for 23 years as Youth Minister and Senior Pastor. Although Wayne retired from the ministry in 2015, he never stopped being a pastor. On June 9, 1973, he was united in marriage to his life and ministry partner Ann (Parks) Dismuke. Together they had two children, Scott (Dionne) Dismuke of Franklin, Tennessee and Amy Kelly (Jason) of San Diego, California.
Wayne was most proud of being a grandfather to his two grandchildren, Dyson Dismuke and Makenna Kelly. He loved his grandchildren deeply. Wayne’s passion was serving others through ministry and preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. He loved life and always looked for the humor in any situation. Wayne believed that laughter was the best medicine.
His impact on this world is immeasurable leading youth, adults and senior adults to Christ while ministering to them at youth camps, Disciple Now, Mission Trips, youth retreats, his senior adult ministry and even the local coffee shop.
Wayne loved the Lord, loved people and loved the St. Louis Cardinals, although the ladder usually caused him frustration with their lack of offensive production. He is survived by his wife, Ann, their children and his two grandchildren. He is also survived by his two sisters, Mary Gladys McCune of Eureka, MO and Carol Betts of Boise, ID, as well as many other family, friends and ministry partners.
A celebration of life service will be held at a later date at the First Baptist Church in Dexter, MO.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to 18 FORE Life, 705 Laurie Circle, Dexter, MO 63841.
