Thomas Bernard Mekan, son of the late Lawrence Albert Mekan and Mildred Marie Arnold Mekan, was born In Powe, Missouri on January 10, 1953 and departed this life in Arcadia Methodist Hospital in Arcadia, California on October 24, 2021 at the age of 68.
Mr. Mekan was a veteran of The United States Marines, and was a mechanic. He was of Pentecostal faith, and a resident of Temple City, California.
He was united in marriage to Yolanda Olivares on March 23, 1985. Ms. Mekan survives in their home in Temple City, Ca.
Other survivors include, one son, Thomas Mekan Jr. of Temple City, California; by one daughter, Ruby Mekan of Temple City, California; by three brothers, David Mekan of Winona, Missouri, Gene Mekan of Bernie, Missouri and Ivan Mekan of Dexter, Missouri; by two sisters, Carolyn Mekan of Bernie, Missouri and Violetta Mastilovich of St. Louis, Missouri; by four grandchildren; also by other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death other than by his parents, by one brother, Bill Mekan; by four sisters, Launita McNeal, Margaret Parks, Ava June Armes and Francis Mekan.
Friends may call on Monday, November 1, 2021 at Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Funeral services will then be conducted at 2:00 p.m. in the Mathis Funeral Chapel in Bernie at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gary Gilbert officiating.
Interment will follow in the Dexter Cemetery.
Mathis Funeral Home of Bernie is assisting with arrangements.
David Glenn Chaney, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at the age of 93.
The son of Samuel and Flora (Hawks) Chaney, David (Corky) was born on August 27, 1928, in Puxico, Missouri. David enlisted in the United States Army in 1946, serving in pre-war Korea. He returned home on July 4, 1948, and married the love of his life, Carolyn Nelle Rhodes, on August 5, 1951.
David graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 1951. He taught history and coached volleyball at Farmington High School. He then became a textbook salesman, traveling throughout Missouri and Illinois for over 30 years. He retired from the IRS at age 70, after 10 years of government service.
David was an active member of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Florissant for 61 years, serving as a head usher and holding several leadership roles. He was a Master Mason at Florissant/Overland Occidental Lodge #623, a loyal St. Louis Cardinals fan, longtime Missouri Botanical Gardens member, an avid reader, and especially proud of his trees he grew from acorns to mighty oaks.
David was preceded in death by his wife, parents, and siblings: Samuel, Flora (Bay) Mansbridge, E.B. (Breck), Rose Marie Gillette, Helen, and Louis. His life and laughter will be remembered by his family: David R. and Debra Chaney, Rev. Dr. Sara Chaney, Carla (Chaney) and Glen Morelli, Rev. Judy (Chaney) and Martin Slimmer, Krista (Morelli) and Scott Heist, Ann (Chaney) and Jimmy Connell, Kara (Morelli) and Bradley Hawking, David L. and Elizabeth Chaney, Kimberly (Morelli) and Cory Davitt, Easton Hawking, Wyatt Heist, Addison Hawking, Madeline Davitt, Madison Chaney, David G. Chaney, and Zoey Belle Davitt.
A memorial service for David and Carolyn Rhodes Chaney will be held at St. Mark’s UMC on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 10 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. Graveside committal service will follow at Puxico Cemetery at 4 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be given to St. Mark’s UMC at 315 Graham Rd., Florissant, MO 63031.
Local Arrangements: watkinsfuneralhome.com
Carolyn Nelle Rhodes Chaney, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to rest Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at the age of 91.
The daughter of Dr. John Carlisle and Cora Boyd Rhodes, Carolyn was born on April 5, 1929 in Puxico, Missouri. She celebrated her fifth birthday with her future husband, David Glenn Chaney, and after a high school romance and brief separation during David’s service in the United States Army, the two married on August 5, 1951.
Carolyn began her higher education at Central Methodist University and graduated from Southeast Missouri State University in 1951. She taught English, music, and E.S.L. for many years, primarily in the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Carolyn was an active member of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church in Florissant, Missouri, and a proud member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Chapter J.T. She enjoyed a spirited game of Scrabble, watching St. Louis Cardinals baseball, and teaching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Dr. Jerry Rhodes of Farmington, Missouri. Her life and memory were cherished by her husband of nearly 70 years, David (Corky) until his passing on October 12, 2021. Carolyn’s faithful spirit will continue through her family: David R. and Debra Chaney, Rev. Dr. Sara Chaney, Carla (Chaney) and Glen Morelli, Rev. Judy (Chaney) and Martin Slimmer, Krista (Morelli) and Scott Heist, Ann (Chaney) and James Connell, Kara (Morelli) and Bradley Hawking, David L. and Elizabeth Chaney, Kimberly (Morelli) and Cory Davitt, Easton Hawking, Wyatt Heist, Addison Hawking, Madeline Davitt, Madison Chaney, David G. Chaney, and Zoey Belle Davitt.
A memorial service for Carolyn and David Chaney will be held at St. Mark’s UMC on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 10 a.m., with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. Graveside committal service will follow at Puxico Cemetery at 4 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Mark’s UMC at 315 Graham Rd., Florissant, MO 63031. Local Arrangements: watkinsfuneralhome.com
Reva J. Raymo, daughter of the late Cecil Waggoner and Edith Perry Waggoner was born on January 27, 1941, in Pyletown, Missouri and departed this life on October 22, 2021, at the Southeast Health Center of Cape Girardeau at the age of 80.
Mrs. Raymo was a member of the Bridge Church of Christ and was a retired bookkeeper.
She was united in marriage to Charles Edward Raymo on March 28, 1981, in Bernie, Missouri. Mr. Raymo preceded her in death on April 19, 1987.
She is survived by two sisters, Arlene Eubanks and Marjorie Waggoner, both of Dexter, Missouri and by five step-daughters,
Other than by her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Gordon Waggoner, Eldon Waggoner, Hiland Waggoner, and Merlin Waggoner; and by two sisters, Dorothy McClard and Joyce Eskew.
A graveside service will be conducted on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sycamore Cemetery in Dexter.
Mathis Funeral Home in Dexter is assisting the family with arrangements.
Edward Allen Edmonds, son of the late Arvil Edward Edmonds and Mildred Deloris McDonald Edmonds was born January 20, 1950 in Daniels, Maryland and departed this life on October 24, 2021 at his home in Bernie, MO after fighting a long battle with cancer.
Allen served in the Marine Corp and once a Marine always a Marine. The Marine mentality got him through the toughest of health battles and was with him to the end. He served in Vietnam from 1969-1970 as a machine gunner. He received the National Defense Service medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, RVN Cross of Gallantry with Palm and Purple Heart Medal. He was a member of VFW Post 15026 and the NRA.
He was united in marriage to Rebecca Joann Johnson on February 6, 1971 in Bernie, Missouri and Mrs. Edmonds survives in their home in Bernie.
Survivors are one daughter, Alicia Kay & Jimmy Baugh of Bernie, two sons, Ian Edward & Monica Edmonds of Olathe, KS, Daniel Lee & Kelli Edmonds of Kamiah, ID; seven grandchildren, William & Hannah Barnett, James & Bri Carter, Madalyn Edmonds, Chloe Carter, Oniece, Orlie and Osco Edmonds; three great grandchildren, Henry & Judson Barnett & Ember Carter; Also by four sisters, Susan Rebecca Clary, Shirley Rosetta Williams, Darlene Victoria Hill and Cathy Lynn Shipman; also by other relatives and friends.
Allen was a member of Corner Gospel Fellowship in Bernie and served as elder and board chairman.
Services will be held at Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 with visitation from 9:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Funeral services will then be conducted at 11:00 P.M. in the Mathis Funeral Chapel in Bernie with Rev. Dean Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri at 12:00 Noon, with Full Military Honors.
A Celebration of Life and meal to follow at Corner Gospel Fellowship in Bernie, Missouri.
Memorials may be made to:
Wreaths Across America
P.O. Box 249
Columbia Falls, ME 04623
(Cemetery Designation MO0014)
Mathis Funeral Home of Bernie is assisting with all arrangements.
