Georgia Louise Scherer, daughter of the late Charlie Guinn and Erdie McCaslin Guinn, was born on June 2, 1935 in Leachville, Arkansas and departed this life on March 7, 2019 at the Advance Nursing Center in Advance, Missouri at the age of 83 years.

Mrs. Scherer was a housewife and a resident of Benton, Missouri.

On December 23, 1952, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Hanford Grady.  Mr. Grady preceded her in death in April 1995.  On April 25, 1998, in Dexter, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Gregory Scherer.  Mr. Scherer survives of their home in Benton, Missouri.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by three step-sons, Joe Scherer of Pacific, Missouri, Glenn Scherer of St. Louis, Missouri and Timothy Scherer of Scott City, Missouri; by five step-daughters, Rosanne Elsey of Sikeston, Missouri, Karen Scherer of Nashville, Tennessee, Mary Beth Glasstetter of Oran, Missouri, Laura Scherer of Benton, Missouri and Kristy Allgeyer of Ballwin, Missouri; sixteen step-grandchildren; two step-great grandchild and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents and first husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers; Starling Guinn, Verlis Guinn, Charles Guinn, and E. J. Guinn and two sisters, Cynthia Starnes and Sue Johnson.

Friends may call at the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Monday, March 11, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. 

Funeral services will then be conducted in the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Chapel in Dexter on Monday, March 11, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Steven Moody officiating. 

Interment will follow in the Dexter Cemetery.

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements.

Jerome D. Klutts, son of the late Clifford Klutts and Jessie (Roberts) Klutts was born in Oran, Missouri on September 13, 1944 and departed this life at his home in the Aid Community on March 7, 2019 at the age of 74 years.

Mr. Klutts was a Veteran in the United States Army.  He served three years in the Army.  He then joined the Missouri National Guards and went to OCS.  He served for six years and resigned from the guard as a 1st Lieutenant. He was a cabinet and door maker for many years and a part-time and later full-time computer programmer for WW Wood Products.

He was united in marriage to Alice Marie Mathias on December 24, 1965 in Campbell, Missouri.  He is survived by his wife Alice of the home; one daughter, Pamela Garner and one granddaughter, Ashlan Garner of the Aid Community; two sisters, Dot Buckley and Ernestine Pattillo both of Florida and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister.  

He was a big supporter and active in his daughter’s charity, “Crusin' for Kids (Helping Kids in Need)”.  He loved his family, God, country and helping others.

Friends may call at the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter on Sunday, March 10, 2019 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. 

Graveside services will be conducted on Monday, March 11, 2019 at 11:00 am at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield with Rev. Ronnie Stevens officiating. 

The funeral procession will depart the funeral home at 10:40am for the graveside service.

Donations may be made to:  Cruisin For Kids, 102 E. Stoddard, Dexter, Missouri 63841.

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter in charge of all arrangements.

Clyde Allen Dixon 73, well known area educator, school administrator, and auctioneer, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, surrounded by the family he so loved.

Clyde was born in Dexter, Missouri on May 20, 1945, the son of Clyde Curtis Dixon and Ella Mae McKee Dixon.

On August 28, 1965, Clyde married Melinda Gaines in Dexter.  The two shared 53 years of marriage.  His wife survives, along with their children Dr. Nancy (John) Langley of Essex, Missouri, Cathy (Dr. Michael) Clippard of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, John (Lecia) Dixon of Bloomfield, Missouri, and six grandchildren: Sarah Catherine Langley, Noah Joseph Langley, Anna Catherine Clippard, William Andrew Clippard, Eli Jacob Michael Dixon, and Owen Lane Dixon. 

Also surviving one brother, Robert (Kay) Dixon of Springfield, Missouri, sister-in-law, Betty Dixon of Jackson, Missouri, and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Clyde was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Dexter where he served as a deacon and part of the church’s media ministry.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth Dixon and Darrell Dixon.

He began his education at Greenwood School before the local schools consolidated.  After graduating from Dexter High School in 1963, Clyde earned his BA, MA, and Ed.S from Southeast Missouri State University.  

His first teaching position was at East Prairie Junior High where he taught Math and Special Education.  He also was the Assistant Coach of High School Basketball.  He then moved to Dexter to teach Junior High Math and was Assistant Football Coach to Clyde Vaughn.  His first administrative position was at Bloomfield High School, followed by being Principal at Richland Elementary.  Clyde completed his 34 years in education serving as Principal at Southwest Elementary School in Dexter.  After retirement, he continued to operate Dixon Auction Service for many years.  Pursuing his goal to “make memories”, Clyde enjoyed cruising with his wife and close friends, Bev and Roy Darter, and spending time with family.

Clyde Dixon was a giant of a figure, literally and figuratively, standing at about 6 foot, 4 inches and with a trademark blaze of red hair.

In his final days, Clyde was asked how he would like to be remembered.  He considered his response only briefly and said, “I hope I’m remembered as a fair man- in education and in business.  I always tried to treat everyone fairly.”

Generations of children would benefit from Clyde’s fair treatment, his wisdom, and his ability to bring the best out in every student.  His genuine concern for the safety and well-being of all those under his care will not soon be forgotten.  

Visitation will take place at Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter, Missouri on Saturday, March 9, 2019 from 5:00 p.m until 7:00 p.m.  A Memorial Service will be held in the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Chapel on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 2:00 p.m, with Pastor Mark Smith and Pastor Don Kennedy officiating.  Burial will follow in Dexter Cemetery.  

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Media Dept., 11 W. Castor St., Dexter, Mo 63841.

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements. 

Michael Duane Barnes, son of Irene Barnes was born in Dexter, Missouri on November 3, 1971 and departed this life at St. Louis University, St. Louis, Missouri on March 4, 2019 at the age of 47.

Mr. Barnes was a resident of Parma, Missouri.

Survivors include his mother, Irene Barnes of Parma, Missouri; by one daughter, Mendy Henderson-Morrow of Champaign, Illinois; also by other relatives and friends.

Friends may call at Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie, Missouri on Sunday, March 10, 2019 from 11:00 A.M. Until 12:00 P.M. 

Funeral Services will then be conducted at 12:00 P.M. in the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Chapel in Bernie with Rev. Alvin Hightower officiating. 

Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery, Malden, Missouri. 

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.

James (Jimmy) Ray Riddle, son of Betty Taylor Riddle and the late Orville James Riddle, was born on July 5, 1950 in Holcomb, Missouri and departed this life on March 6, 2019 at his residence in Wappapello, Missouri at the age of 68 years.

Mr. Riddle was a line worker for Emerson Electric in Kennett, Missouri.

He is survived by his mother, Betty Riddle of Holcomb, Missouri; by one daughter, Cindy Wamble and husband Ryan of Holcomb, Missouri; by one brother, Jeff Riddle of Dexter, Missouri; by one sister, Brenda McCain and husband Carl of Gideon, Missouri; by two grandchildren Leah Robey and husband Drew and Myca Sutton; also, by other nieces and nephews.  

Other than by his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, Billy Riddle.

A memorial service is being planned for a later date.

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is in charge of all arrangements.