TRUSTEE’S NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interest in the Estate of JOANNE WOOD, decedent. The undersigned PAUL F. SHERMAN, is acting attorney for the Trustee under a trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Shawnda L. Teague, A Single Woman Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Shawnda L. Teague, A Single Woman dated July 29, 2011 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Steven D. Bettis and Shirlene E. Bettis, dated April 25, 2008, and recorded on June 28, 2012, Document No. 121162 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) FAYNE L. ADAMS, ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 13DG-PR00016 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF FAYNE L. ADAMS, deceased: On the 26th day of April, 2013,…
TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Misty Ann Hart, and dated August 2, 2004, and recorded on August 3, 2004 as Book 424 Page 55 in the office of the Recorder of Deed…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JESSE L. DRY, ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00037 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL STATEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION To all persons interested in the estate of Jesse L. Dry, deceased. Notice is…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) CHERIE HELEN BRISTOL ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 11DG-PR00038 NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL STATEMENT TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that the undersigned Personal Representative will file…
PUBLIC NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS AND FAMILY MEMBERS OF DECEASED SHAREHOLDERS OF AVA INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORP. Notice is hereby given to all shareholders of record of Ava Industrial Development Corporation, their heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, beneficiaries, trustees, guardians, conservators, successors and assigns. The Board of Directors of Ava Industrial Development Corporation…
Elizabeth G. Stonerock was born April 20, 1925 in Pauline, Neb., and passed away peacefully March 25, 2013 in Mercy Hospital Springfield, Mo. She lived a very happy life for more than 50 years at Brushyknob, near Ava, Mo. She was a kind and loving person who always saw the…
Lemuel Paul Robertson, Jr., son of Lemuel Paul “Shorty”and Dottie Opal (Henley) Robertson was born July 29, 1944, in Almartha, Mo. He departed this life surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 28, 2013 in his home in Springfield, Mo., at the age of 68 years, 7 months and…
Memorial services for Richard E. Putnam, 94, of Branson, were held on March 18, 1013, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Branson. Arrangements and cremation were under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson. Richard passed away on March 12, 2013, at Cox Medical Center,…
Delsie M. Delp, 90 years, passed away on March 26, 2013 at Beautiful Savior Nursing Home in Belton, Mo. Delsie was born Dec. 22, 1922 in Pondfork, Mo. Delsie is survived by two grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. Graveside services were Friday, March 29, in the…
Raydene Leser, 72, of Ava, Mo., passed away on March 24, 2013 at the Gainesville Healthcare Center. She was born on Feb. 9, 1941, in Leavenworth, Kan., the daughter of Alvey Percy and Calla Rene (Carter) Lindsey. Raydene was a dynamic individual that loved life, loved to laugh and found…
Wanda “Jo” Josephine Engelhardt, 87 years, passed away on March 21, 2013 of complications of Alzheimer’s Disease at Jordan Creek Nursing Home, Springfield, Mo. “Jo” was born June 28, 1925 in Tarkio, Mo., to Jessie Earl and Eula Marie (Cox) Robbins. Jo was a lifelong resident of the Ava community.…
Frances Carolyn Cowley, 77, of Wichita, Kan., passed away March 23, 2013. She loved beading and to crochet, especially baby blankets. She was preceded in death by her mother, Verna Reed; husband, Richard, and son, Joseph. Survivors include a son, Jeff (Terri) Cowley; daughter, Shelly Cowley; brother, Royce Reed; sister,…
John Robert Calhoun, 55, of Independence, Mo., died March 23, 2013. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, with funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday at New Salem Funeral Home, Independence. Burial will be at 2 p.m. in Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, Mo. Mr. Calhoun is the…
Leo Eldon Brooks, 91 years, passed away on March 20, 2013 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with his family by his side. Leo Eldon was born Sept. 3, 1921 in Girdner, Mo., to Walter Earnest and Deborah “Dee” (Ipock) Brooks. Eldon was a lifelong resident of the…
John William “Jack” Sarchet, 77, of Ava, departed this life March 12, 2013. He was born June 30, 1935, in Canton, Ohio. Services and burial will be conducted at a later date at Rosewood Cemetery, Humble, Texas. Local arrangements are under the care and direction of Ava Family Funeral Home.…
Theresa Langron Megeath, age 62, died March 18, 2013 in Tulsa, Okla., after a long battle with cancer. Theresa was a brilliant medical professional, educator, wife, homemaker and grandmother. Her influence and love will be sorely missed by all who loved her. She was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on Jan. 3, 1951,…
H.R. “Sonnie” Loftis, 84, of Gainesville, Mo., passed away at his home with his family by his side on March 15, 2013. Sonnie was born on March 9, 1929 in Barren Fork, Mo., to Frank and Laura (Lane) Loftis. On Aug. 10, 1949, he and Freda Friend were united in…
Dorothy Loretta Burk was born Nov. 6, 1925 in Ava, Mo., and peacefully passed from this life on March 13, 2013. She was the only daughter of Floyd and Ola Staley. On July 31, 1954 she married Fred Arlee Burk and to this union two daughters were born. Growing up…
Opal M. Cooper, 86, of Ava, departed this life March 8, 2013, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare where she had resided a short time. She was born Aug. 6, 1926, in Newton, Iowa. A visitation was hosted in the Ava Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 4…
Laverne Eleanor Norman Russell, 81, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Ava, departed this life Feb. 4, 2013. She was born July 3, 1931, in Springfield, Mo. Graveside services will be conducted Friday, March 15, at 2 p.m., in the Ava City Cemetery. Local arrangements are under the care and…
Reta Frances Watterson, 93 years, passed to Heaven on March 6, 2013 at Rocky Ridge Manor, Mansfield, Mo., with her family by her side. Reta was born Jan. 22, 1920 at her home in Smallett, Mo., to Earnest and Edith (Robertson) Hamby. She was the third of seven children. She…
Karen Lynn Redfearn, 64 years, passed to heaven on March 7, 2013 with her family at her side. Karen was born Dec. 25, 1948 in Springfield, Ill., to Donald and Nellie (Donathon) Redfearn. Karen worked as an associate underwriter for the Philadelphia Insurance Co. Karen was an Earnhart racing fan…
June 21, 1973 J.R. and Pam Garrison welcomed their first child, Amie Lynn, into their family at Springfield, Mo. She departed this life from her Springfield, Mo., home March 5, 2013. Amie was joined by a sister and later a brother as they grew up in the Dogwood community. She…
Helen Fern Gardner, 87 years, passed to Heaven on March 10, 2013 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her daughter, Linda and Sam by her side. Helen was born Oct. 19, 1925 in Longrun, Mo., to Thomas Blaine and Eliza Mae (Hampton) Hobbs. Helen was a lifelong…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated October 7, 2008 executed by Mahlon Schmucker and Randie Schmucker, husband and wife, and recorded in the…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of : ) LESTER FLOYD GILLESPIE, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00012 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Small Estate) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LESTER FLOYD GILLESPIE, Decedent. On 22 MAR 2013 a…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION In re the Marriage of: ) LAURIE HERRELL and ) MICHAEL HERRELL, ) ) LAURIE HERRELL, ) Petitioner, ) vs. ) MICHAEL HERRELL, ) Respondent/Movant, ) and ) CLAIR GRAHAM, ) Third Party Respondent. ) Case No. 12DG-CC00021 ) …
NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES E. CURRY, DECEASED: The undersigned, SUE CURRY JONES, is acting as Trustee under a Trust, the terms of which provide that the debts of the Decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL BANKING SERVICES The City of Ava, Missouri, is requesting proposals for its banking services. Proposals will be received at City Hall, 127 SW 2nd Avenue, Ava City, MO 65608, until 10:00 A.M. on April 18, 2013. Detailed Request for Proposal (RFP) information including general information, scope of…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Brenda Bartlett, A Single Woman TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Brenda Bartlett, A Single Woman dated 09/22/2010, and recorded on 09/27/2010 Document 101403 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Douglas County, MISSOURI, the undersigned Successor…
in the circuit court of Douglas County state of Missouri Bank of America, N.A., ) Plaintiff, ) vs. ) Pat A. Smith, et al., ) Defendants. ) Cause No. 13DG-CC00023 ) Notice Upon Order For Service by Publication The State of Missouri to Defendant(s) Pat A. Smith: You…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Estate of : ) MARY R JONES, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00005 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Independent Administration) To All Person Interested in the Estate of MARY R JONES, Decedent: On 20 MAR 2013,…
Robert James Reinartz, 66 years, passed away on March 5, 2013 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., with his family by his side. Bob was born Feb. 2, 1947 in Carson, Calif. He was a resident of the Ava community since 2005 moving from Anaheim, Calif., where he had retired from…
Talapha Mae Gellenbeck passed away on March 3, 2013 at Glenwood Health Care Center, Seymour, Mo. She was born Feb. 20, 1919 in Milford, Ind. She resided in Indiana until 2000 when she moved to Ava, Mo. to be near her beloved stepdaughter, Mary Gibson, and step-grandchildren. Then in 2003…
Kathie Elaine Evans, age 55, of Battle Creek, Mich., died unexpectedly, Tuesday evening, Feb. 26, 2013, at her residence in Urbandale, Mich. Kathie, the daughter of Theron H. and Ruth E. (Krebs) Evans, was born on May 18, 1957 in North Tonawanda Niagara, N.Y. She was a 1975 graduate of…
Jessie Elbert Croney, son of Jessie Elbert and Glennia (Goss) Croney, was born May 18, 1944 in St. Louis, Mo. He departed this life on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013 surrounded by his loved ones in Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., at the age of 68 years, 9 months and 9 days.…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) TIMOTHY BRIAN GRAY, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 13DG-PR00006 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 20th day of February, 2013, SHEILA J. GRAVY was appointed the Personal Representative of the estate…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) MARJORIE MEADOR ) Incapacitated/Disabled ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00064 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARJORIE MEADOR, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 16th day of JANUARY,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION MELISSA JANE DEATHERAGE ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) VERNARD DEATHERAGE JR ) Respondents. ) Case No. 13DG-CC00049 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to Respondent VERNARD DEATHERAGE JR. You are hereby…
PUBLIC NOTICE Sealed bids for Bleacher Seating in the Ava High Gymnasium, Ava R-I School District at Ava, Missouri. The project can be generally described as: Telescopic Bleacher Seating. The project is located at 507 NE 3rd Street, Ava, Missouri. Missouri Prevailing Wage Rates will apply to the work. Sealed…
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Bids are now being accepted for the lawn mowing at Red Bud Village. Bids must be submitted by March 25th. More information may be obtained by calling 683-4033 between 8 am and 10 am. 03-14-25-2t…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) MARJORIE MEADOR ) Incapacitated/Disabled ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00064 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARJORIE MEADOR, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 16th day of JANUARY,…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) CHARITY ANNE BAGLEY ) A minor, ) Estate No. 13DG-PR00010 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO RESPONDENT, KIRA BABB: You are hereby notified that an action has…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Chad Coen and Dusty Coen, husband and wife, by their Deed of Trust dated May 7, 2007, and recorded May 15, 2007, in the office of the recorder of deeds for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 465, Page 289-299, Doc #071151, conveyed to Charles C.…
PUBLIC NOTICE Sealed bids for AVA MIDDLE SCHOOL ROOF RESTORATION, Ava R-1 School District at Ava, Missouri. The project can be generally described as: Fluid Applied Roof Restoration for Middle School Metal Roof Area. The project is located at 507 NE 3rd Street, Ava, Missouri. Missouri Prevailing Wage Rates will…
Garry Wayne Lafferty, aka “Fishin’s Finest”, of Galena, Mo., was born Sept. 13, 1951, and went fishing with our Lord on Feb. 24, 2013. Garry’s lifelong love was fishing. You could call him to go fishing and he didn’t care what you were fishing for whether it be for white…
Hollis Dain “Doc” Smith, 77 years, passed from this life on Feb. 25, 2013 at home with his family by his side. Hollis Dain was born July 8, 1935 in Vanzant, Mo., to Ramey and Loeta (Estes) Smith. Dain was a resident of the Ava community since 1990 moving from…
Vivian M. Goudy Cooper was born Oct. 13, 1929, to Warren and Peggy Goudy, of Drury, Mo. She died Feb. 19, 2013. Bill Cooper, her husband, and son, Warren Davis, would like to thank West Vue Retirement Center of West Plains for their tender care, and Bishop Roy Lance and…
Willene Adams, 91 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 23, 2013 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava, Mo. Willene was born Nov. 24, 1921 in Dolph, Ark., to Rev. Benjamin Nelson and Zelma Elizabeth (Hively) Hall. On June 17, 1938 in Augusta, Kan., Willene and Charley Adams were…
Neal Adams, 85 years, 11 months, and 18 days old, departed this life on Feb. 20, 2013 at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava, Mo. Neal was born March 2, 1927 at McClurg, Mo., to Luther and Mary (Baird) Adams. He had three brothers, Lester, Virgil and Kenneth,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) MARGARET M. FRYE ) Incapacitated and Disabled ) Estate No. 13DG-PR00002 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. FRYE, A DISABLED PERSON: On…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: ) LLOYD E. WITCHEY, ) Deceased ) Case No. 13DG-PR00003 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 20th day of February, 2013, JONATHAN WITCHEY was appointed the Personal Representative of the…
IN THECIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) CARL LANSDOWN ) Incapacitated and Disabled ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00048 ) TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF CARL LANSDOWN, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 20th day of February, 2013, Linda Coonts was appointed…
Naomi Elizabeth (Turner) Walker, 82, passed away Feb. 20, 2013, with her daughter by her side. Naomi was born in Ozark County on July 28, 1930, the daughter of the Rev. Charlie and Emma Turner. She grew up on a farm which her dad homesteaded and she always loved the…
John Coy Porter, 50 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 16, 2013 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo. John was born Nov. 10, 1962, in Hernando County, Fla., to Shirley Wallace. John was raised by George and Shirley (Wallace) Sparks in California. He graduated from San Lorenzo High in San Lorenzo,…
Leon Keller, 75 years, 11 months, and 2 days old, passed to heaven on Feb. 18, 2013 at his home in Ava, Mo. Leon was born March 16, 1937 in Miller, S.D., to Joseph and Lila (Kane) Keller. Leon married Teresa on March 11, 1979 in Las Vegas, Nev. Leon…
Delita Mary Eliza Jenkins, 98 years, passed away on Feb. 14, 2013 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Delita was born July 21, 1914 in Douglas County, Mo., to James and Lunora (Thompson) Owen. On Aug. 27, 1935 Delita and Ralph (Rastus) Jenkins were united in marriage in…
William Henry “Bill” Holland, 76 years, 3 months, and 5 days old, passed to heaven on Feb. 15, 2013 at his home in Goodhope. Bill was born Nov. 10, 1936 in Plattsburgh, N.Y., to Merritt and Ruth (Smart) Holland. Bill was a resident of the Goodhope community for several years.…
Dorothy D. Herren 91, of East Moline, Ill., died Feb. 1, 2013 at home surrounded by her family. She is survived by a daughter, Norma (Cook), Pierce, Ill., brother James, Carter, Texas, and a sister Jean (Burris) Wiens; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two nieces that were very special to…
Neta Lea Gray, 79 years old, passed away on Feb. 17, 2013 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Neta was born April 6, 1933 in Ava, Mo., to Ernest and Jewell (Fowler) Ellison. She graduated from Ava High School. Neta was a resident of the Seymour community and formerly…
Opal Francis Black, 83, of Norwood, passed away on Feb. 17, 2013 at Rocky Ridge Manor, Mansfield, Mo. Opal was born Sept. 21, 1929 in Hope, Ark., to Dock Monroe and Clara (Barber) Burns. Opal is survived by four children, William Black, of Florida, Jasper “Jack” Black Jr. and wife,…
Golda Elinor Anderson, 97 years, passed to her Heavenly home on Feb. 1, 2013, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her son, Arthur, by her side. Golda was born Oct. 15, 1915 in Douglas County, Mo., to William Everett and Flora Abbigail (Huff) Klineline. Golda was a…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CIRCUIT DIVISION VANZANT BAPTIST CHURCH, ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) JOHN DOE and his unknown ) Consorts, heirs, devisees, donees, ) alienees, successors, assigns, and ) immediate or remote voluntary or ) involuntary grantees of the Bethel ) Baptist Church, …
PUBLIC NOTICE OF SURFACE MINING APPLICATION – NEW SITE ADDITION TO PERMIT Spring Creek Materials, Inc., PO Box 30, West Plains, MO 65775 has applied for a new site(s) addition to their permit from the Department of Natural Resources, Land Reclamation Commission, to mine sand and gravel on 7 acres…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF: ) Kenneth Sorenson ) A disabled person ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00058 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF KENNETH SORENSON A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Curtis A. Nelson and Crystal J. Nelson, Husband and Wife , dated February 24, 2010, recorded on March 1, 2010 as Document No. 100257, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the…
Laverne Eleanor Norman Russell, 81, passed peacefully into Heaven from her residence at The Forum in San Antonio, Texas on Feb. 4, 2013. Laverne was born in Greene County, Springfield, Mo., on July 3, 1931 to parents, Clyde and Effie Curry Norman. Laverne is predeceased by her husband, Jack Russell;…
Elvis Ray Payne, 78 years, passed away on Feb. 11, 2013 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Ray was born July 12, 1934 in Atlanta, Ga., to Seaborn and Dussie (Simpkins) Payne. Ray was a resident of the Ava community for several years moving from Wichita, Kan. He was…
Peggy Lou Morris, 73 years, passed to her Heavenly home on Feb. 10, 2013, at her home in Ava, Mo. Peggy was born Dec. 14, 1939 in Holdenville, Okla., to Frank and Violet (Roe) Bilyeu. She was a Christian and a member of the First Baptist Church. She enjoyed camping,…
Carol Ann Frye, 46, of Greenbrier, Ark., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, after an unending six and a half year battle with cancer. She was born on Friday, July 1, 1966, in Mansfield, Mo., to Tom and Jo Ann (Ewing) Pierce. Carol was everything that a mom should…
Falecia Jean Pfister, daughter of Fred and Faye (Coonts) Pfister, Branson, Mo., died Jan. 22. She was 32. Falecia was the granddaughter of Alfred and Daisy Coonts, Evans, Mo., and Moses Strong. She is survived by a host of Douglas County aunts, uncles, and cousins; her godmother, Patty (Davis) Nitzschke, Springfield, Mo.;…
Mrs. Evelyn L. Miller, age 66 of Squires, Mo., met Jesus on the morning of Feb. 5, 2013 while at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Evelyn was born on Oct. 24, 1946 in Greene County, Mo., daughter of the late Frank T. and Lola E. (King) Gray who survives of…
Randy Middleton, from Berryville, Ark., was born April 4, 1962 in Mexico, Mo. He died Dec. 3, 2012 in his home. He was 50 years of age. Randy is survived by his wife, Kay, and one son, Cody; his mother and father, Donald and Patricia Middleton, of Ozark Mo.; and…
Wesley Lupton, 61, of Seymour, passed away Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, at his home. Wesley was born on Sept. 15, 1951, in Bruner, Mo., to William “Bill” Wesley Lupton and Elizabeth Mary (Hargis) Lupton. He was a graduate of Ozark High School, class of 1971. He retired from US Security…
Sharon Darlene Lakey was born on March 1, 1938 to Delsia and Agnes ”Midge” (Hale) Lakey in Ava, Mo. She departed this life Jan. 27, 2013 at the age of 74. Sharon lived many years in California before returning to Missouri. Sharon settled in Republic, Mo., where she owned and…
Ira Lavon Davis passed away on Jan. 24, 2013, at San Antonio Hospital in Upland, Calif, after a long illness. Ira was born Sept. 19, 1944, in Douglas County to Ira P. Davis and Bernice (Burton) Davis. After graduating from Ava High School in 1962 he lived in LaPuente, Calif.,…
Doss EJay Curtis, 60 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 31, 2013 at Ozarks Medical Center, West Plains, Mo. Doss was born Jan. 24, 1953 in Gainesville, Mo., to Lawson Clayborn and Thedith Violet (Arnett) Curtis. Doss was a resident of the Ava community and was a mechanic for several…
Marvin Huston Boring, son of Orville and Lucille (Lockhart) Boring, was born Jan. 18, 1933, in Seymour, Mo. He departed this life on Feb. 2, 2013 in Glenwood Healthcare, Seymour, Mo., at the age of 80 years and 15 days. On Aug. 11, 1953 he was united in marriage to…
Opal Waneta Blackman, 86 years, passed away on Feb. 3, 2013 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Waneta was born Jan. 23, 1927 in Hastings, Iowa, to Lane and Ina (Grammer) Morse. On July 14, 1945 Waneta and Elmer Haney were united in marriage. With this union one daughter,…
LEGAL NOTICE For default in the payment of principal and interest now past due on a certain promissory note dated March 13, 2009, and secured by a deed of trust dated March 13, 2009, signed by Jason W. Archambo, a single person, and recorded on March 19, 2009 as Instrument…
PUBLIC NOTICE We are now accepting bids on the following: Gasoline, Diesel, Oil, Tires, Grader Blades, Asphalt, Cement and Gravel. Bids must be submitted by Thursday, February 21, 2013 bids should be sent to: Douglas County Commissioners, PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608. We reserve the right to reject or…
NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF PROJECT Pursuant to Section 177.088 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri Notice is hereby given to those persons residing within Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri (the “District”) that a meeting of the Board…
Patsy L. Shafer, 63 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 29, 2013 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Patsy was born June 13, 1949 in Mountain Grove, Mo. to Francis and Margaret (Yocum) Scott. Patsy and Clifford Shafer were united in marriage on Sept. 9, 1967 in Louisville, Neb. Patsy…
Edward F. Murphy, 96 of Kendall, Wisc., and formerly of Ava, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hillsboro, Wisc. He was born on Aug. 9, 1916 to Joseph and Alice (Heesen) Murphy in Elroy, Wisc. He is survived by four stepchildren; seven grandchildren; 16…
Mrs. Luene Johnson, 79 of Taneyville, died Monday, Jan. 28, 2013 in the Ozark Riverview Manor, Ozark. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 31 in the Kissee-Schofield-Eakins Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 in the White River Association, Taneyville, with the Rev.…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Steve D. Lansdown, by his Deed of Trust dated January 2, 2002, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 358 at Pages 87-89, secured a debt on the following described real estate, situated in the County of Douglas, State of…
Esther Cleo Wrinkles, daughter of the late Rufus and Alice (Hutchison) Keller, was born on June 28, 1917 at home, between Champion and Denlow, Mo., and departed this life on Jan. 17, 2013 in the Autumn Oaks Caring Center in Mtn. Grove, Mo. She was 95 years, 6 months, and…
Myrtle Cornea Marsh, 91 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 21, 2013 at Ozark Nursing & Care Center, Ozark, Mo. Myrtle was born May 5, 1921 in Thornfield, Mo., to Snead and Winnie (Turner) Lawson. Myrtle was a resident of Ozark for a few years moving from Thornfield where she…
Elnora Angeline Enlow, age 87 of Mt. Vernon, passed away Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, at her daughter’s residence in Ava. Surviving are three daughters, Brenda Jarvis and husband, Gary, of Sacramento, Calif., Donna Hall and her husband, Garry, of Ava, and Dee Barrett and husband, Arthur, of Mt. Vernon; one…
Herman Alford Duckworth passed away Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013. For over 91 years he lived a rich, Christian life and will be remembered for his sense of humor and quiet strength. He was preceded in death by two wives, Beulah (40 yrs.) and Adeline (24 yrs.). He is survived by…
NOTICEOF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, RoJo Properties LLC, a Missouri limited liability company, by their deed of trust dated March 9, 2006, and recorded March 17, 2006, in Book 446, Page 564-575, Doc #060617, as corrected by a correction deed of trust dated March 9, 2006, and recorded June 27, 2011,…
LEGAL NOTICE To all persons interested in the estate of RICHARD LOUIS WALKER, SR, decedent. The undersigned James W.B. Walker is acting as Trustee under a trust the terms of which provide that the debts of the decedent may be paid by the Trustee upon receipt of proper proof thereof.…
LEGAL NOTICE The Plainview R-VIII School District is accepting applications for an independent bus driver, the position will begin on March 4, 2013, driver must provide bus. Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 8. You may apply at Plainview School, or email your application/resume to brendag.reed1@gmail.com. For more information…
LEGAL NOTICE In re: Michael L. Stillings and Annette Stillings, Michael Lee Stillings and Annette Lynn Stillings as Trustees of the Revocable Trust Agreement of Michael Lee Stillings and Annette Lynn Stillings dated August 24, 2006. TRUSTEE’S SALE: For default in the payment of debt and performance of certain obligations…
NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF PROJECT Pursuant to Section 177.088 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri Notice is hereby given to those persons residing within Ava R-I School District of Douglas County, Missouri (the “District”) that a meeting of the Board of…
REQUEST FOR BIDS The Ava Area Ambulance District is requesting bids for four separate projects to be performed at the Ambulance Station at 1412 NW 9th Street in Ava, Mo. The projects include: 1) Replace existing heating/air-conditioning system; 2) Replace windows; 3) Replace exterior light fixtures; 4) Mowing for the…
Kenneth Evans, 91 years passed away Dec. 28, 2012 at the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava, Mo. Kenneth was born Feb. 6, 1921 in Denver Colo. He was preceded by a sister and two grandsons. Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Nancy Holznagle, Theodosia, Mo.; and two grandsons,…
Doris (Riley) Fleetwood, daughter of the late Luther and Lila Riley, was born on Sept. 3, 1939 in Douglas County, Mo., and departed this life on Jan. 12, 2013 in the Mercy Hospital (St. John’s) in Springfield, Mo., following a long battle with cancer. She was 73 years of age.…
Howard Gott, 73 years, passed away on Jan. 12, 2013 at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield, Mo. Howard was born in Douglas County, Mo., in the Roy community to Fremont and Verla (Roberts) Gott. He graduated from Ava High School. Howard was a U.S. Army veteran and served his…
On Jan. 13, 2013, Kathryn Hamilton was called home to our Lord Jesus Christ at the age of 80. She was born on June 28, 1932, in the Ozarks at Smallett, Mo., to Walter Dee and Thelma Haden. It was from her mother that she learned both hard work and…
Chelmer Gaylord Ireland, age 78, of Aurora, Mo., passed away at 2:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, at the Missouri Veteran’s Home in Mt. Vernon. Chelmer moved to Aurora from Ava in 1975. He retired from Carnation Milk Company later known as Mid Am. On Dec. 28, 1956, he…
Francis J. (Dick) Richards, 79, began his earthly life as the youngest child of Arthur F. and Lois M. (Jenkins) Richards on Feb. 15, 1933 near Rome, Mo. He began his heavenly life Jan. 6, 2013, on the same farm where he was born. In 1953 he married Mary Rumler and his…
Arlie A. Thomas, of San Antonio, Texas, formerly of Ava, was born April 4, 1924, the son of Wayne and Maudie (Heath) Thomas. He passed to his heavenly home on Jan. 6, 2013, at the age of 88. Arlie was a loving father, husband and grandfather. He loved to travel…
William Leslie Turner, 93 years, passed to Heaven on Jan. 14, 2013 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., with his family by his side. Leslie was born Nov. 29, 1919 in Pond Fork, Mo., to Daniel Alfred and Rosa Alberta (Woods) Turner. Leslie was a farmer and a lifelong resident of…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas Assessor’s Office will be accepting bids for the Field Review position, which will be contracted for 2013. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, proof of vehicle insurance and experience in assessing real property. Bids will ONLY be accepted by mail, please mail to…
Dorothy Mae Humphrey, 81 years passed away on Jan. 1, 2013 at her home. Dorothy was born May 22, 1931 in Urania, La., to Thomas W. and Laura (Hayes) Gilmore. Dorothy was a homemaker and resident of the Ava community for several years moving from California. On Dec. 22, 1980…
James Elmer Curry, 92 years, passed to Heaven on Jan. 1, 2013 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Jim was born Aug. 15, 1920 in Douglas County, Mo. to J.E. (Elmer) and Esther (Curnutt) Curry. He graduated from Ava High School. Jim was a lifelong resident of the…
Ray Boyd Daniel Joseph Hicks, 32, of Ava, Mo., passed away on Jan. 1, 2013 due to injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. He was born on Jan. 21, 1980 in Tecumseh, Neb., the son of Ray Boyd Hicks and Lynnette Samantha Gott. Daniel was a 1999 graduate of Gainesville…
Thomas R. Winchell, 77 years, passed away on Jan. 3, 2013 at his home in Ava, Mo., with his wife by his side. Thomas was born April 25, 1935 in Joliet, Ill., to Robert and Bessie (Brooke) Winchell. Thomas lived most of his life in Coal City and Braidwood, Ill.…
Lawrence Thompson, 91, gained his heavenly reward on Jan. 5, 2013. He was born Dec. 8, 1921, to James Autie and Martha (VanHouden) Thompson. He proudly served his country as a US Army medic in World War II from 1942 to 1945. Lawrence was awarded three Bronze Stars in the…
Funeral services for Vada Smith were held at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 7, 2013 in the Clinkingbeard Funeral Home chapel in Gainesville, Mo. A visitation was held by the family on Sunday, Jan. 6 at Mrs. Smith’s home near Thornfield, Mo., from 1-4 p.m. Burial was at the Griffith Cemetery…
Francis J. (Dick) Richards, 79, of Ava, departed this life Jan. 6, 2013, at his home near Rome, Mo. He was born Feb. 15, 1933 near Rome, Mo. A visitation was hosted in the Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services…
Irene J. Oates, 91, passed away on Dec. 21, 2012, at home in Porterville, Calif. The daughter of Jessie and Clifford Paddleford, she was born in Ava, Mo., Jan. 4, 1921. In 1944 she married Paul I. Oates, who preceded her in death. Mrs. Oates, her husband and four sons…
David Miller, 60 years, 2 months, and 24 days old, passed to heaven on Jan. 8, 2013 at his home in Ava. David was born Oct. 15, 1952 in Springfield, Mo., to Bobby Joe and Patricia (Wood) Miller. He graduated from Ava High School. David was a veteran and served…
Evelyn F. Holman, 97, of Lebanon, died Thursday, Jan. 3, in Mercy Villa, in Springfield. Mrs. Holman was a former resident of Ava, living here when her husband, Marcus E. Holman, was county agent with the University of Missouri Extension. He preceded her in death Feb. 9, 1996. Funeral services…
Flora Jane Anderson, 77 years, passed away to her Heavenly home on Dec. 28, 2012 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Flora was born July 5, 1935 in Ava, Mo., to Leon and Golda (Klineline) Anderson. She was a graduate of Ava High School. Flora worked on the dairy…
Celesta Lavere Stone, 89 years, passed away on Dec. 31, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her family by her side. Celesta was born Dec. 4, 1923 in Witty, Mo., to Arthur John and Florence (Hammonds) Hodges. Celesta lived most of her life in Douglas County.…
Gerald Wright, 86 years, passed away on Dec. 30, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Gerald was born April 28, 1926 in Douglas County, Mo. to Austin and Eva (Howard) Wright. Gerald lived most of his life in Douglas County. Growing up he enjoyed working on the…
E. Lowell Scrivner passed Dec. 22, 2012 surrounded by family in Phoenix, Ariz., after a stroke. He was preceded in death by his older brothers Glenn Scrivner, of California, and Orval Scrivner, of Missouri, and an infant son, Dale Nathan Scrivner. He is survived by Anna Wynona Scrivner, his wife…
Leona “Charlie” A. Lindberg, 68 years, passed away on Dec. 30, 2012 at her home from a sudden illness. Leona “Charlie” was born Feb. 23, 1944 in Cheyenne, Wyo., to Stephen and Lucille (Sara) Ferro. “Charlie” was a resident of the Ava community for many years moving from Alaska and…
Betty Ivy, 92, Springfield, departed from this life on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, in her home. Betty, the daughter of Frank Hudson and Myrtle Hudson-Tarbutton, was born on Sept. 10, 1920, in Grovespring, Mo., in Wright County. Bervil and Betty had been married almost 60 years until his death in…
PUBLIC NOTICE Douglas County Senior Citizen Housing Association, Inc. known as Red Bud Village, will hold a meeting for the purpose of election of officers Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the community room of Red Bud Village. 3 board members will be elected. More information may be…
PUBLIC NOTICE The 2013 proposed budget of Douglas County will be available for review by the public at the office of the County Clerk in the Douglas County Courthouse on December 27th 2012. A public hearing on the budget will be held on January 10th, 2013 at the County Commissioner’s…
LEGAL NOTICE TRUSTEE’S SALE – For default in the payment of debt and performance of obligation described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Joanie D. Jenkins, dated August 29, 2005 and recorded on Recorded on September 7, 2005 and Re-recorded on September 18, 2006 as Recorded in…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF ) JOHN B. BROWN, DECEASED ) Est. No. 11DG-PR00055 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN B. BROWN, DECEASED. You are hereby…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In Re: ) TERRY DAVID RODGER, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00034 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF TERRY DAVID RODGER, Deceased: You are…
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In the Matter of: ) WILLIAM H. ALBRIGHT, SR. ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00065 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interested in the Estate of William H. Albright, Sr., Decedent: On the 10th day of December, 2012, a small…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas County Commission is now advertising to sell a 2000 Black Chevy S-10 Blazer (Salvage Title) from the Assessor’s Office as is or for salvage. If you would like to see the vehicle it will be located at the Douglas County Courthouse. Any questions call the Douglas…
Lloyd Edwin Witchey, 61 years, passed to heaven on Nov. 6, 2012 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo., from a sudden illness. Lloyd was born June 19, 1951 in Springfield, Mo., to Cecil “Bud” and Roma (Huffman) Witchey. Lloyd was a lifelong resident of the Ava community. He was presently…
Richard Louis Walker, 92 years, passed away on Nov.5, 2012 at the James River Care Center in Springfield, Mo. Richard was born Feb. 9, 1920, in Chicago, Ill., to Edward John and Mary (Deibel) Walker. Richard retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Colonel with 26 years of service.…
Wanda Maxine (Brooke) Moore, 91 years, passed to heaven on Nov. 4, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Wanda was born Oct. 13, 1921 in Douglas County, Mo., to Shirley and Sarah (Dollar) Brooke. Wanda was a homemaker and lived most of her life in the Girdner…
Sheiron Kay “Walker” Hutchison, 62 years, 4 months, and 14 days old, passed to Heaven on Nov. 5, 2012 at The Shady Oaks Healthcare Center, Thayer, Mo. Sheiron was born June 22, 1950 in Ava, Mo., to Sammy and Avenell (Wilson) Walker. Sheiron was blessed with three sons. Sheiron enjoyed…
Veva Louise Hann was born Oct. 22, 1941 to Merle Ira Mann and Evelyn Faye (Crum) Mann in El Centro, Calif. She graduated from Brawley High School in 1960 and met and married Keith Robert Hann the next year. They moved to Ava in 1964 following his discharge from the…
Rebecca Rose Burton, 59 years, passed away on Nov. 2, 2012 at her home with her family by her side from a long battle with cancer. Becky was born Jan. 15, 1953 in Ava, Mo., to Barney and Dolores Jean (Potts) Barnum. She graduated from Ava High School in 1970.…
William Harold Albright, Sr., 87 years joined his beloved wife, Rita in heaven on Nov. 4, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Bill was born Feb. 5, 1925 in Niles, Mich., to Harold Frank and Hazel Marie (Pfiel) Albright. Bill was a retired electrical engineer, law enforcer and…
LEGAL NOTICE Skyline R-2 School has two (three year term) board member positions open. Election opening filing date is Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. and the closing date is Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. Regular office hours are from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. The school…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of the Plainview R-8 School District that two members will be elected to the Board of Education for a term of three years each at the April 2, 2013 election. The opening date for candidates to file for these positions…
Pursuant to C.R.S. 38‐26‐107, notice is hereby given that the Louviers Water and Sanitation District is soliciting bids for the drilling, completion, and testing of one Arapahoe aquifer water well in Louviers. An electronic copy of the Contract Documents and Technical Specifications is available and can be obtained from Bruce…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of: ) BRAYDEN TATE THORBURN, ) A Minor Child, ) TINA THORBURN, ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) SHARLENE DEEVER ) And BENJAMIN E. LEWIS, III, ) Respondents. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00062 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is given to qualified voters of the Thornfield R-I School District that there are 2 three-year vacancies and 1 one-year vacancy on the Thornfield R-I School Board to be voted on in the upcoming election on April 2, 2013. Declaration of Candidate for Nomination forms can be…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated August 2, 2011 executed by Jack R. Boyle, Jr., as duly authorized agent of Cummins Sandborn Land…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that declarations of candidacy for Director of the Board of Education for Bradleyville R-I School (2 (two) 3 (three) year terms) on April 2, 2013 ballot, may be filed with the Secretary of the Board of Education in the school district office during regular…
LEGAL NOTICE FOR FILING FOR THE AVA R-1 BOARD OF EDUCATION Notice is hereby given to the qualified voters of the Ava R-I School District of Ava, MO that two members will be elected to the Board of Education for a term of three years each at the April 2,…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an election for the Ava Area Ambulance District will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, for the purpose of electing two board members for terms of three years each. One board member will be elected from District #2 which includes Findley, Miller…
NOTICE OF FILING OF CANDIDACY The City of Ava, Missouri will hold a Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, for the purpose of filling the following elective offices for two year terms: Mayor East Ward Alderman West Ward Alderman The filing for offices opens at 8:00 a.m. on…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Jackie Lynn Acton and Chad Acton (incorrectly spelled ‘Action’ on deed of trust), dated June 22, 2006, recorded on June 28, 2006, in Book 450 at Page…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) DAN W. DOBBINS, ) A Disabled Person ) Case No. 12DG-PR00057 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF CO-CONSERVATOR OF DISABLED PERSON To All persons interested in the estate of DAN W. DOBBINS, a disabled person:…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated March 24, 2008 executed by Barnes Real Estate Company B., Inc., a Missouri Corporation, and recorded in…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated January 10, 2008 executed by Barnes Real Estate Company B., Inc., a Missouri Corporation, and recorded in…
IN THE 44TH JUDICAL CIRCUIT COURT DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI CHRISTOPHER PAUL BISHOP) Plaintiff/Petitioner ) Vs. ) HOLLY ELON BISHOP ) Defendant/Respondent ) Nature of Suit: ) Dissolution of Marriage ) Case No. 12DG-CC00297 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION The State of Missouri to: HOLLY ELON…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Christopher B Stout, Husband and Wife, and Shelly D Stout, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Christopher B Stout, Husband and Wife, and Shelly D Stout, Husband and Wife…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Frank Losh and Betty Losh, Husband & Wife: Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Frank Losh and Betty Losh, Husband & Wife dated 04/28/2005, and recorded on 04/28/2005 Book 433 Page 996 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Douglas…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, George Erwin and Kim Erwin, husband and wife, by their Deed of Trust dated November 10, 2011, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, as Document No. 111759, conveyed to Daniel P. Wade, Trustee, the following described real estate, situated in the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NICOLE KRATKY, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 6TH day of NOVEMBER, 2012, LINDA COONTS was appointed conservator of the estate of NICOLE KRATKY, a person…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) WAYNE ELMER WOLTER, ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00054 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of WAYNE ELMER WOLTER, Deceased: On the 6th day of November, 2012, ELIZABETH…
Harold Gene Williams, formerly of Ava, went to Heaven Oct. 8, 2012 at the age of 68. He was born on July 9, 1944. Harold was a truck driver for over 40 years. Harold leaves behind to mourn his loss his wife of almost 16 years, Sandy; her children, Lisa and…
Angels in heaven proclaim their joy as they welcome home another child of God. George Monroe Welker joined his heavenly Father on Monday, Oct. 8, 2012 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by the love and comfort of his family at home. George was born on Dec. 9, 1927…
Jeanne F. Falls Martelli was born April 29, 1925 in Francisco, Ind., to Gilbert and Donna (Morton) Falls. Jeanne passed away peacefully at her home on Oct. 11, 2012. Jeanne is survived by her daughter, Donna (Ron) Rainbolt, of Ava, Mo.; her son, Keith Martelli, of Pittsburgh, Pa.; two grandchildren,…
Funeral services for Ira Clinton Lansdown, 92, of Flippin, Ark., will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19, at the Gainesville Church of Christ, with Halbert Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Fannon Cemetery south of Ava. Visitation will be Thursday, Oct. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m.…
Bonnie Lou Frye, 78, of Ava, departed this life Oct. 9, 2012, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava. She was born Feb. 21, 1934, near Ava, Mo. Graveside services were conducted in the Dyer Cemetery near Basher on Oct. 15, at 1 p.m., with burial following in the Dyer…
Leo Melvin Bradshaw was born on March 28, 1926, in Norwood, Mo., the son of William Henry and Nettie Ethridge Bradshaw. Leo departed this life at his home with his loving wife, Ruth, by his side on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, at the age of 86 years, 6 months, and…
Angels in heaven proclaim their joy as they welcome home another child of God. George Monroe Welker joined his heavenly Father on Monday, Oct. 8, 2012 after a brief illness. He was surrounded by the love and comfort of his family at home. George was born on Dec. 9, 1927…
Robert Charles Smith, 53 years, passed to Heaven on Oct. 9, 2012 at his home. Bob was born Jan. 30, 1959 in Hancock, N.Y., to Carl and Verna (Ferguson) Smith. Bob was a resident of the Ava community since 1997, moving from Canton, Texas. He worked in construction for the…
Deidra LeAnn Shelton, of Ava, passed away Oct. 1, 2012, in her hometown of Ava, Mo. Dee loved to hunt and fish and play with grandkids. She is survived by her two daughters, Kristen Maggard and Casey Ellison, of Ava; seven grandchildren, Keely, Autumn, and Bently Ellison, of Ava, and…
Marvin Riley, 86, passed away on Oct. 5, 2012 at Kabul Nursing Home, Cabool, Mo. Marvin was born Feb. 25, 1926 in Blanche, Mo., to W.M. and Dora Elizabeth (Riley) Riley. Marvin was a resident of Mtn. Grove for many years. Marvin was a Navy veteran and served in World…
Jean A. Rieken, daughter of Rudolf and Hattie Penning Rotgers, began her earthly life Sept. 13, 1927 in Ackley, Iowa. She began her heavenly life Oct. 5, 2012 from the Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava, Mo. She was married to Harry J. Rieken and together they worked on…
On Oct. 6, 2012, Lela Doris Nash, 83, entered into rest at John Knox Hospice in Lee’s Summit, Mo., after a valiant battle with cancer. Lela was born Aug. 31, 1929 in Squires, Mo., to Stella Adeline (Kennedy) and Charles Monroe Spurlock, the youngest of 10 children. She attended Ava…
Lawrence Vance Cogdill, 37 years, passed away on Oct. 4, 2012 at Ava, Mo. Lawrence, or better known as “Bubba”, was born March 22, 1975 in French Camp, Calif., to Charles Richard and Caroline Aline (Hern) Cogdill. “Bubba” was a resident of the Ava community for a few years moving…
Lester Sanders, 85 years, 11 months, and 30 days old, passed to heaven on Sept. 26, 2012, at Cox Medical Center South. Lester was born Sept. 27, 1926 in Douglas County, Mo., to Burl and Bertha (Alcorn) Sanders. Lester and Lottie Prine were united in marriage June 21, 1946 and…
Coleman Wade Miles, 24 years, passed away on Sept. 30, 2012 at Ava, Mo., from an auto accident. Coleman was born March 7, 1988 in Springfield, Mo., to Eulas Wade and Kimberley Cay (Terrell) Miles. He graduated from Ava High School. Coleman was raised in Ava, Mo. He was known…
Jimmy Roger Massey, 46 years, 0 months, and 5 days old, passed to heaven on Sept. 28, 2012. Jimmy was born Sept. 23, 1966 in Mtn. Grove, Mo., to Walter and Eula (Parsons) Massey. Jimmy and Marcy Sparbel were united in marriage on March 15, 2008 at the Black Jack…
Carolyn Ann Iott, daughter of Bennie Lee Wayne and Paulette Voil (Welton) Iott, was born on Oct. 24, 1961 in Cabool, Mo., and departed this life on Sept. 24, 2012 at her residence near Ava, Mo. She was 50 years, and 11 months of age. In 1970, at the age…
Ruby Coralee Ferguson, daughter of George Spurgeon and Evelyn Rosë, was born Aug. 17, 1930 in Tulare, Calif. She departed this life Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012, in Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., at the age of 82 years, 1 month and 9 days. She is preceded in death by her parents;…
Misty G. (McFarlin) Christeson, 30, of Ava, departed this life Sept. 28, 2012, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava. She was born May 9, 1982, in Springfield. A visitation was hosted in the Ava Family Funeral Home chapel on Sunday, Sept. 30, from 4 to 6 p.m. Funeral services…
Mabel J. Bryan, 90, of Springfield, Mo., passed away in her home on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012. She was born Aug. 12, 1922 in Ozark County, Mo. to Albert and Vada Nance. Mabel grew up in Ozark County and attended school at Evening Shade. Mabel and James L. Bryan married…
Edythe Christene (Turner) Applegate, age 88, of Raytown formerly of Ozark, Mo., departed this life to be with Jesus on Friday, Sept. 28, 2012. She was born near Ava, on Dec. 31, 1923 to Clifford and Daisy Turner. On June 13, 1941 she was united in marriage to Lawrence Applegate…
Jill Suzanne Adamson, daughter of Jerry and Josie Turner Adamson, was born Oct. 12, 1978 in Springfield, Mo., and departed this life on Sept. 18, 2012 in her home in Mansfield, Mo., at the age of 33 years, 11 months and 6 days. She was preceded in death by her…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Richard D. Mitchell and Lisa A. Mitchell Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Richard D. Mitchell and Lisa A. Mitchell dated May 29, 2002 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of…
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Sealed bids for the Rippee Conservation Area 2- Span Concrete Bridge, Douglas County, Missouri, Project No. 64-12-05 will be received at MO Dept. of Conservation, PO Box 180, 2901 W Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65102, UNTIL 2:00 PM, November 27, 2012 then publicly opened. A Non…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Joey Conley and Melissa Conley, Husband and Wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Joey Conley and Melissa Conley, Husband and Wife dated March 1, 2010 and recorded in the Office of the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) DAVID STRANG, ) Protectee, now deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00012 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTELEMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Final Settlement of the conservatorship and Petition for Approval thereof, together…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) MABEL L. MCDANIEL, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12WR-PR00019-01 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTELEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MABEL L. MCDANIEL, Deceased.…
Cecil Wayne Grigg, 64 years, passed to heaven on Oct. 4, 2012 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., with his family by his side from a 10 year battle with cancer. Wayne was born July 1, 1948 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Dewey Cecil and Francis Christine (Huff) Grigg. He graduated…
Date of Filing: Sept. 28, 2012. Douglas County Herald, published weekly at 302 East Washington Avenue, Ava, Mo. 65608. James E. Curry, Ava, Mo., publisher; D. Keith Moore, Ava, Mo., managing editor; Sue A. Curry-Jones, news editor. Owner: Herald Publishing Co., Inc., Ava, Mo. 65608. Known bondholders, mortgagees and other…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Mancell E. Cornelison and Connie J. Cornelison, dated December 22, 2005, and recorded on December 30, 2005, Document No. 053285, in Book No. 443, at Page 826 in the Office of…
IN THE JUDICIAL COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JESSE L. DRY, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00037-01 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JESSE L. DRY, Decedent: On OCTOBER 2, 2012,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Susan Arndt, a single person, dated February 11, 2008, recorded on February 19, 2008, in Document Number 080350, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) LEOLA JEANNE HEINLEIN, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00053 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS To all persons interested in the Estate of Leola Jeanne Heinlein, Decedent: On the 1st day of October, 2012, a small…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Matter of ) IMAGENE JOHNSON, ) Incapacitated and Disabled. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00040 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR OF DISABLED PERSON To All persons interested in the estate of Imagene Johnson, a disabled person:…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of ) HARMONY ELIZABETH MICHELLE CULLEY, ) A Minor, and ) RICHARD E CAPP and MARY M CAPP, ) Petitioners. ) Vs. ) HANNAH MICHELLE CULLEY and JOHN DOE, ) Respondents. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00050 ) …
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’s SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated October 6, 2008 executed by Bonnie Jean Davis, a single person, and recorded in the Office of…
LEGAL NOTICE The Ava Housing Authority is selling 3-six feet folding dinner tables for $10.00 each and 20 metal folding chairs for $5.00 each. Take one or all. They can be seen at 802 NE 11th Avenue. Telephone number 1-417-683-5252. Greg Thompson Executive Director 10-04-02-1t…
LEGAL NOTICE Ava Area Ambulance District is accepting bids for ice treatment and/or snow removal at the Cox Ambulance Station at 1412 NW 9th Street in Ava this winter. Submit bids to the station or by mail at PO Box 971, Ava, MO 65608. Bids should be submitted no later…
Charles R. Anderson, 67 years, 9 months, and 11 days old, passed to heaven on Sept.24, 2012, at Cox Medical Center South. Charles was born Dec. 13, 1944 in Washington, Pa., to Floyd and Gladys (Chase) Anderson. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 1989 with 30 years of service. …
Mary Ruth Jones was born on Dec. 27, 1918, in the town of Shamrock, Texas, one of the six children of Jim Guy and Grace Errington Jones, and departed this life at Heart of the Ozarks Health Care in Ava on Sept. 22, 2012, at the age of 93 years,…
Donald “Wayne” Ross died Sunday, Aug. 12, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital in Colorado. He was 76. Mr. Ross was born June 23, 1936, in Foil, Mo., to Robert and Arbie (Murrill) Ross. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, horses and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived…
Terry Allen Walker, age 58, of Dogwood, died Sept. 24, 2012 from injuries of a motorcycle accident. He was born Aug. 16, 1954 in Springfield, Mo., to Don and Maxine (Wade) Walker. He was a quarter horse trainer, and was a member of the N.C.H.A. and A.Q.H.A. He was also a judge and traveled…
On Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012, Roberta C.L. Ireland, a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and dear friend departed this world surrounded by family who loved her at the age of 92 years, 9 months and 25 days. Although she will be missed we have comfort in the truth, that through…
Cecil Wade Ferguson, 81 years, passed to heaven on Sept. 16, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Cecil was born June 16, 1931 in Bertha, Mo., to Jack and Ella (Stone) Ferguson. Cecil was a resident of Ava for the past 19 years moving from the Cedar…
Benjamin Franklin Denney, 76, passed to Heaven on Sept. 7, 2012 at his home. Ben was born Sept. 3, 1936 in Douglas County, Mo., to Benjamin and Ethel Mae (Cox) Denney. Ben and Mae Leckenby were united in marriage on June 1, 1961 in Ava, Mo. To this union five…
H. Ray Holt, 80, of Seymour, departed this life Sept. 11, 2012, at Mercy Hospital, Springfield. He was born Aug. 7, 1932, in Clarksville, Tenn. Private family graveside services will be conducted in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Springfield at a later date. Arrangements were under the care and direction…
Gladys Pauline Morse, 79 years, passed away on Sept. 8, 2012, at Lawrence County Manor, Mt. Vernon, Mo. Gladys was born March 10, 1933 in Ava, Mo., to Lymon Perry and Lottie (Fleetwood) Freeman. Gladys was a resident of Mtn. Grove, Mo., since 1989, moving from Sanger, Calif. She was…
Michael Bill “Mike” Roy, 63, of Harrisonville/Kansas City metro, passed away Sept. 6, 2012, at Carmel Hills Rehab Center surrounded by his brothers and sisters. Visitation was 9-10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 10, at Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Kansas City, Mo., with funeral services at 10 a.m. Burial followed in Brushy…
Otto ”Buster” Vinson, 86, of Columbia, and formerly of West Plains, Mo., passed away Sept. 8, 2012 at Harry S. Truman Veterans Hospital. Private services were held in Ava, Mo., on Monday, Sept. 10, 2012. Interment was in Ava Cemetery under the direction of Clinkingbeard Funeral Home of Ava. Otto…
Ruby Yates, age 90, of Ozark, passed away Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012, at Ozark Riverview Manor. She was born March 18, 1922, the daughter of Charles and Frankie Walker of Souder, Missouri. Ruby was raised in a family of nine girls and six boys. She graduated from Gainesville High School. On Dec. 30, 1938, she…
Bonnie Irene Stafford Davis, 85, of Covenant Place, Sumter, S.C., passed from this life on Aug. 23, 2012. She was the daughter of the late William and Erca Garrison Stafford. She was born April 29, 1927, in Iowa, and spent her childhood in Douglas County, Mo. She married the late…
Ruth Anne Rohrer Duran was born on Nov. 19, 1924, in Iowa City, Iowa. She was adopted by Milton and Stella Rohrer when she was 6 months old. She entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Aug. 29, 2012, in Harrah, Okla. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose…
Edna Louise Frye, 96 years, 5 months, and 5 days old, passed to heaven on Aug. 29, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare. Edna was born March 24, 1916 in Clifton Mills, Ky., to Charles and Georgia (Howard) Smith. Edna and Samuel Frye were united in marriage on Aug.…
Lester Floyd Gillespie, 79 years, passed away on Sept. 3, 2012 at Glenwood Healthcare, Seymour, Mo., with his daughter by his side. Lester was born May 2, 1933 in Poplar Bluff, Mo., to Floyd and Flora (York) Gillespie. Lester was a resident of Ava for several years. He was a…
On Aug. 30, 2012 at the age of 99, Thekla Dankert McElvain passed away peaceably in an assisted living residence in Columbia, Md. She was born March 2, 1913 in Worms, Neb., to the late Minna Mewes Dankert and Johannas (John) Dankert who were farmers. Thekla had a keen interest…
Bonnie Irene Stafford Davis, 85, of Covenant Place, Sumter, S.C., passed from this life on Aug. 23, 2012. She was the daughter of the late William and Erca Garrison Stafford. She was born April 29, 1927, in Iowa, and spent her childhood in Douglas County, Mo. She married the late…
Marie Fay Woolman, 85 years, passed away on Sept. 4, 2012, at Jordan Creek Nursing Home, Springfield, Mo. Marie was born June 16, 1927 in Wilhoit, Mo., in Ozark County to Nathan and Dora (Sievert) Riley. She graduated from Ava High School. Marie lived most of her life in the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the interest of: ) TRISTAN J. BROWN ) Case No. 12DG-CC00200 ) THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO PRESUMED FATHER: JOHN DOE You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Douglas County Circuit…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION STATE OF MISSOURI ) COUNTY OF DOUGLAS ) ESTATE NO. 12DG-PR00044 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NORMA L ZELLNER, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 13th day of SEPTEMBER,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt and performance of the obligations secured by deed of trust executed by Jackie Lynn Acton and Chad Acton (incorrectly spelled ‘Action’ on deed of trust), dated June 22, 2006, recorded on June 28, 2006, in Book 450 at Page…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) ELSIE J. HANDLEY ) Respondent. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00047 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELSIE J. HANDLEY, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF ) ELIZABETH HOWARD ) Respondent. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00046 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH HOWARD, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 12th day of September,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the Note described in and secured by a Deed of Trust, dated June 20, 2006, executed by Daryll Eugene Schleeter and Carol Jean Schleeter, Husband and Wife, and recorded on June 28, 2006, in the Office of the…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Claudia W. Winnen, dated November 11, 2004, and recorded on December 27, 2004, Document No. 043211, in Book No. 429, at Page 531 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds,…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Barbara M. Burnes, a single person and Cheryl L. Howell, a single person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Barbara M. Burnes, a single person and Cheryl L. Howell, a single person…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION I In Re the Interests of ) REMI GRACE WINNEN, ) By and through her next friend, ) TIMOTHY A WINNEN, ) And ) TIMOTHY A. WINNEN, ) Individually, ) Petitioners, ) Vs. ) NATASHA MAGGARD, ) Respondent. ) Case Number:…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) ELITTA JANUARY , ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00005 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF Elitta January, Deceased. You…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Terri S. Harvey and David P. Harvey, dated July 12, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, Document No. 071836, in Book No. 469, at Page 174 in the Office of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Steven D. Bettis and Shirlene E. Bettis, dated April 25, 2008, and recorded on May 12, 2008, Document No. 1200801227, in Book No. 305, at Page 4899 in the Office of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Jerry F Mainus and Mary E Mainus, dated October 15, 2008, and recorded on November 5, 2008, Document No. 082286 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) James Calvin Miller ) a/k/a James C. Miller ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-Pr00039 ) NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES CALVIN MILLER a/k/a James C. Miller, Decedent:…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Douglas County Health Department Board of Trustees will accept bids on replacing the current air conditioning system until October 4, 2012 at noon. The Board of Trustees will meet in regular session this day at 2 p.m. and will review all bids during this meeting. They reserve…
PUBLIC NOTICE Cripple Creek Mini-Storage, L.L.C. Ava/Seymour will be auctioning the following units Sept. 15 due to non-payment Ava, 404 N. Jefferson, 10 a.m., units #11, 14, 16, 86, 98, 101, 102, 147 and 159. Seymour, 805 East Clinton, 12 p.m. units #42, 43, 71 and 82. 543-3131. …
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Brenda Jenkins, A Single Person, dated July 9, 2008 and recorded on July 31, 2008 as Document No. 081645, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri. The…
Agnes Pauline “Polly” Singleton, 89, passed away quietly Saturday, Aug. 25, 2012. She was born Oct. 16, 1922, to Willie and Dona Brown in Drury, Mo. She was raised near Ava, Mo., and was the second oldest of six children. She quit school early on to help raise her brothers…
Henry Jefferson Prine, 79 years, 5 months, and 22 days old, passed to heaven on Aug. 27, 2012 at his home. Henry was born March 5, 1933 in Arno, Mo., to Jesse Elmer and Ida Mae (Wheeler) Prine. Henry was a retired truck driver and general manager with Southwest By-Products…
Lyle Wendell Price, 75 years, passed away on Aug. 23, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Lyle was born Aug. 23, 1937 in Wasola, Mo., to Jessie and Mattie (Martin) Price. On Dec. 9, 1961 Lyle and Betty Wheeler were united in marriage in Ava Mo.,…
George Albert Boyd, 93, Norwood, passed away on Aug. 23, 2012 at his home. George was born July 23, 1919 in Cookston, Okla., to Andy and Leora (Horn) Boyd. In September 1944 he was married to Mary Louise Rosson in Oklahoma. George is survived by four children and their spouses,…
Edith Dortha Maggard was born July 23, 1922, in Ongo, Mo. She was the second child of Cleveland and Stella (Nelson) Maggard. She left Ozark Riverview Manor, Ozark, Mo., Tuesday morning Aug. 21, 2012, to dwell in her home in Heaven forever. Edith was a lifelong resident of Douglas County. …
Carl Jackson (Jack) Johnson, 83, passed away from Parkinson’s on Aug. 17, 2012, at Edgewater Retirement Community in West Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral services will be held on Aug. 25, 11 a.m. at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Ava, Mo., with burial in Ava Cemetery. Visitation will be held at 9…
Karie Gail Hanger, 32 years, 3 months, and 18 days old, passed away on Aug. 19, 2012 at her home in Kimberling City, Mo. Karie was born May 1, 1980 in Mansfield, Mo. to Geoff and Betty Jean (Rosseau) DeChenne. She had graduated from Mansfield High School. Karie was a…
Robert Michael “Mike” Day, son of Arnold and Carol Hutchison Day, was born Feb. 8, 1962 in Cabool, Mo., and died on Aug. 10, 2012, in his home in Wichita, Kan., at the age of 50 years, 6 months and 2 days. On May 26, 1984, he was united in…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) WILFORD GORDON PAYNE, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00027 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration – Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WILFORD GORDON PAYNE, Decedent: On AUGUST…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) FRANK DERRICK ZIELINSKI, ) Deceased. ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Independent Administration – Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of FRANK DERRICK ZIELINSKI, Decedent: On AUGUST 17, 2012, the last…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Terri S. Harvey and David P. Harvey, dated July 12, 2007, and recorded on July 25, 2007, Document No. 071836, in Book No. 469, at Page 174 in the Office of…
Charles Richard Cogdill, 71 years, 3 months, and 3 days old, passed away on Aug. 11, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Dick was born May 8, 1941 in Colorado Springs, Colo., to Lawrence and Mary (Lemonds) Cogdill. He was a resident of the Ava community…
Melvin Nicholas Huffaker, 65 years, 5 months, and 30 days old, passed to heaven on Aug. 13, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South. Nick was born Feb. 14, 1947 in Lowell, Mass., to Melvin Guy and Flora (Phasoulas) Huffaker. Nick was employed by Scroll Compressors/Copeland in Ava and worked as…
Jacob Edward Landsdown, 1 month, and 15 days old, passed to heaven on Aug. 11, 2012 at his home. Jacob was born June 27, 2012 in Ava, Mo. to Ronnie Edward and Angela Marie (Neel). Jacob is survived by parents, Angela Marie Neel and Ronnie Edward Landsdown, Ava; a brother,…
Clifford Ray “C.R.” Woolman, III, age 26, of Aurora, Mo., passed away Friday, July 27, 2012, in an automobile accident east of Monett, Mo. He was born Dec. 31, 1985, in McKinney, Texas, the son of Clifford “J.R.” Woolman Jr. and Penny (Hall) Woolman. On Oct. 7, 2006, in Springfield,…
Julie Anne McClure Souza, 59 years, 10 months and 2 days, died and is now striding in heaven freed of her confines. Her death on July 26, 2012, was after a short stay in Mercy Hospital at Springfield with her husband, Ray, holding her tightly. Julie was born in Sutter…
Funeral services for Ella Marie Chambers Russell, 75, West Plains, were held at 10 a.m., Friday, July 27, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, West Plains. Mrs. Russell died at 2:50 p.m., Monday, July 23, 2012, at Ozarks Medical Center. She was born Oct. 26, 1936, at Dora, to William Calvin Chambers…
Quentin Bradshaw was born at Hammond, Mo., on Feb. 26, 1924 and departed this life at his home near Basher, Mo., on July 26, 2012. He was an Army veteran of World War II, having served in Germany. Upon returning home he was employed in the logging and timber industry.…
Robert Lee “Bob” Barnum, 62 years, 9 months, and 13 days old, passed to heaven on July 27, 2012 at the Ava Country Club, where he spent a lot of his time. Bob was born Oct. 14, 1949 in Detroit, Mich., to Laverne Edward “Barney” Barnum and Catherine (Churpdy) Barnum.…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person dated April 15, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of…
IN THE CIRCUIT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GOLDIE THELMA MILLER, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 9th day of August, 2012, REBA A NASH was appointed conservator of the estate of GOLDIE THELMA MILLER,…
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of principal and interest due on a promissory note dated 10 February 2-11 and secured by a deed of trust executed by Evan Helmers and Tracy Helmers, husband and wife, and Wayne Cook, a single person Dated 10…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas County Public Library Board of Directors will hold their annual Tax Rate Hearing on Friday, August 17 at 9 a.m. at the Douglas County Public Library 08-16-47-1t…
SHERIFF’S SALE Betty G. Rose Anderson v. Vera M. Longan By virtue and authority of an Execution, in Douglas County Circuit Court, Case Number 11DG-AC00146, issued from the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri, returnable on September 5, 2012, and to me, as Sheriff,…
PUBLIC NOTICE All responsible public agencies are required to located, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency, regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, and children who are suspected…
LEGAL NOTICE Asbestos Notification In compliance with rules set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Asbestos Emergency Response Act (AHERA), it is the responsibility of the Ava R-I School to inform patrons, students, and staff of asbestos in schools. Inspectors have located asbestos in the elementary building,…
Declaration of Land Patents The United States of America Indemnity Patent #26 and the State of Missouri Indemnity Patent #30 and the Patent recorded in Book 64 at Page 410 in the Office of the Douglas County, Missouri, Recorder, said Land Patents being on the public record, are incorporated herein…
LEGAL NOTICE The Douglas County Health Department Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on proposed rates of taxes on August 30, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Health Department. 08-09-46-1t…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Matter of: ) JAXON CONNER SMYTH ) A Minor, and ) VICTORIA I. WILLIAMS, ) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) SHAUNDA MARIE WILLIAMS ) and ) JASON SMYTH, ) Respondents. ) Case Number: 12DG-PR00030 ) NOTICE UPON…
NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME On August 6, 2012, the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri entered judgment in Cause Number 12DG-CC00098, changing the name of Jenny Renee Brazeal to Jenny Renee Hampton. This Notice is to the public at large as well as any Judgment Creditors of said person.…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Jerry F Mainus and Mary E Mainus, dated October 15, 2008, and recorded on November 5, 2008, Document No. 082286 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri,…
IN THE 44TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: ) RONALD THOMAS JACOBS ) Deceased. ) Case Number: 12DG-PR00023-01 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS ADMINISTRATION GRANTED (Supervised Administration – Non-Resident Fiduciary) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of RONALD THOMAS JACOBS, Decedent: On AUGUST…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Claudia W. Winnen , dated November 11, 2004, and recorded on December 27, 2004, Document No. 043211, in Book No. 429, at Page 531 in the Office of the Recorder of…
Marvin “Newt” Delp, 78 years, 8 months, and 1 day old, passed to heaven on July 21, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Newt was born Nov. 20, 1933 in Thornfield, Mo., to Roy Toby and Nora Ellen (Dilk) Delp. Newt was a resident of the…
Warren G. Plumb, 88, left this world to be with the Lord Jesus just as the sun was rising on the morning of July 19, 2012. He died peacefully at home. Warren was born on Jan. 14, 1924, in Ava, Mo., to Rev. George Washington Plumb and Lenora (Jenkins) Plumb.…
Roy Mallernee, son of the late Arthur James and Grace Theresa (Johnson) Mallernee, was born on Dec. 22, 1921 in Douglas County, Mo., and departed this life on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at his residence south of Norwood, following a short illness. He was 90 years, 6 months and 15…
Patrick Carl Lyons, 65 years, 7 months, and 28 days old, departed this life on July 23, 2012 at his home in Theodosia. Pat was born Nov. 26, 1946 in Brown Branch, Mo., to Gerald and Gertrude (Whitaker) Lyons. Pat had worked for Frazier Brothers and Southern Construction as a…
Rita Marie Lawler, 88 years, 11 months, and 10 days old, passed away on July 22, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. Rita was born Aug. 12, 1923 in Ridgway, Ill., to James Henry and Angeline (Walton) Abell. Rita was a resident of the Ava community…
Velma Marie Gray, daughter of the late Garnett and Zella (Goodman) Hopper, was born on Feb. 2, 1926 in Denlow, Mo., and went home to be with the Lord on July 15, 2012 at her residence south of Norwood, following a short illness. She was 86 years, 5 months and…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Executive Board of the South Central Solid Waste Management District will accept FY2013 Grant Application on a continuous basis for Solid Waste Management Projects that will take place in the Counties and Cities of the District and for District-Wide Solid Waste Management Projects for the FY2013 grant…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Norwood R-1 School District will be accepting bids for a 1990 Chevrolet mini bus that has a blown motor, but has six new tires. Closed bids will be accepted until August 14th, the bids will be opened at the August 15th school board meeting. Please send bids…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF: ) Magdelena I. Otteson ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00035 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ON THE 18TH DAY OF JULY, 2012, Ardith F. Otteson, Jr., was appointed Personal Representative of…
PUBLIC NOTICE As required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Ava Housing Authority will hold a meeting, open to the public, to review the PHA Fiver Year Plan for the year beginning October 1, 2012. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of the…
NOTICE OF TAX LEVY HEARING The Board of Directors of the Ava Area Ambulance District will hold its annual tax levy hearing on Monday, July 30, 2012, at 6:30 p.m., at the Ambulance Station on N.W. 9th St. in Ava. 07-26-44-1t…
LEGAL NOTICE Thornfield R-I School is accepting bids for the 2012-2013 school year for the following: Dairy products, Juice, Propane, Diesel fuel, Trash disposal. Please submit your bid by July 23rd to Thornfield R-I School HC 71 Box 102, Thornfield, MO 65762 or fax @ 417-265-3729. 07-19-43-1t…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated November 2, 2004 executed by Larry Hicks and Rita Hicks, husband and wife, and recorded in the…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of the debt and the performance of the obligations of the notes described in and secured by a Deed of Trust dated February 15, 2011 executed by Christopher M. Hoogendoorn, a single person, and recorded in the Office of…
Mary Alice Cox, age 82, of Ava, passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012 in Cox Health, Springfield. She was born Feb. 11, 1930, the daughter of Francis Luin and Clara Mae (McDaniel) Haden. On July 17, 1947 she was united in marriage to Ruben Cox at Mountain Home, Ark. She…
Helen Marie Harley, 92, of Hartville, passed to heaven on July 10, 2012 at Ozark Community Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Helen was born Aug. 23, 1919 in Lutie, Mo., to Charlie and Effie (Nooncaster) Haskins. She is survived by two daughters, Ann Harley and Linda Hensley both of Hartville; seven grandchildren;…
Burl Maggard, 81 of Bradleyville, died Saturday, July 7, 2012 at his residence. Visitation for Mr. Maggard will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 12 in the Kissee-Schofield-Eakins Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the White River Association Youth Camp, Taneyville with the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Matter of ) TERRY DAVID RODGER, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 12DG-PR00034 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE On the 5th day of July, 2012, Edward D. Donahue was appointed the Personal Representative of…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In Re the name change of ) GARY WAYNE COX, ) GARY WAYNE COX, ) Petitioner, ) Case No. 12DG-CC00170 ) NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME On the 2nd day of July 2012, the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri entered…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Elijah Miller and Holly Breeding, dated September 24, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, Document No. 091581 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Douglas County Board of Equalization will meet July 16, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Anyone interested in attending should contact the County Clerk’s office at 683-4714. 07-12-42-1t…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Douglas County Health Department is now accepting bids for a single audit for the years 2012, 2013 and 2014. Terms of the bid may be picked up at the Douglas County Health Department in Ava, Monday thru Friday 8-12 and 1230-430. Office location is 603 NW 12th…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Lacey Perkins and Robert Perkins, dated October 31, 2007, and recorded on November 5, 2007, Document No. 072828, in Book No. 474, at Page 619 in the Office of the Recorder…
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of principal and interest now past due on a certain promissory note dated October 5, 2009, and secured by a deed of trust dated October 5, 2009, signed by Danny L. Voyles and Carol A. Voyles, as husband and wife,…
William M. Giles, son of the late Frank M. and Jessie L. (Hancock) Giles, was born on Jan. 31, 1933 in Drury, Mo., and departed this life on Sunday, June 24, 2012 at his residence in Rogersville, Mo., following a long illness. He was 79 years, 4 months and 24…
Juanita L. House, 91, departed this life June 23, 2012, at Strafford Care Center, Strafford, Mo., where she had resided a short time. She was a former resident of Ava and had been living in Seymour, Mo., for several years. Visitation was hosted in the Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel…
Janet Marie (Suzie Clemens) Manley of Springfield, Mo., passed away on June 9, 2012 from a lingering illness. She was born May 17, 1963 at Long Beach, Calif. She is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Bonnie (Miller) Clemens and maternal grandparents, William and Lena (Williams) Miller. Suzie…
PUBLIC NOTICE Skyline R-II School District is accepting bids on the following items: Milk, Bread, Propane, Gasoline and Diesel. Bids will be opened at the Regular Board Meeting on July 31. Please mail bids by July 15 to: Skyline R-II School, Rt. 2 Box 486, Norwood, MO 65717. 06-28-40-1t…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: July 17, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: R-2 Two-Family Residential Proposed zoning: B-3 General Business District Street location: 601 NW 12th Avenue Property Owners: Larry Ludwig and Dessie Ludwig Legal description: That part of the SE…
Roger B. Will, 61 years, passed away on June 17, 2012, at Squires, Mo. Roger was born May 9, 1951 in Chicago, Ill., to Fredrick and Geraldine “Jerry” Will. Roger was employed as a press operator for printing shops for over 42 years. He was a resident of the Ava…
James Thomas Sallee, 100 years, 7 months, and 5 days old, passed to heaven on June 18, 2012 at Mt. Vernon Place Care Center, Mt. Vernon, Mo. Jim was born Nov. 13, 1911 in Pondfork, Mo., to James Barton and Mary Ellen (Hobbs) Sallee. Jim is survived by two children,…
Terry Wayne Julian, son of Jerry Alva and Patsy Evelena Julian, was born March 17, 1957 in Springfield, Mo. He departed this life, June 16, 2012 at the age of 55 years, 2 months and 30 days. Terry leaves behind his sons Gary Julian and wife, Karie, of Ozark, and…
Virginia Lee Johnson, 83 years, passed to heaven on June 13, 2012 at Springfield Rehabilitation Health Care Center, Springfield, Mo. Virginia was born Aug. 23, 1928 in Tulsa, Okla., to Aude Ervan and Alice Lena (Albright) Johnson. Virginia was a resident of Springfield, Mo., for several years moving from the…
Mildred “Liz” Bailey, 87, Ozark, Mo, formerly of Ava, passed away in Ozark Riverview Manor Friday, June 15, 2012. Liz was born June 24, 1924, in Ava, Mo., the daughter of Tom and Ollie (Posey) Pellham. On Jan. 17, 1942, she was united in marriage to Howard Bailey. Liz worked…
Diane Evelyn (Knopf) Thrasher, 72, of Mountain Grove, Mo., passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2012, in Orange Beach, Ala. She was born April 16, 1940, in Bakersfield, Calif., the daughter of Ralph and Margaret Knopf. She married Homer Thrasher on June 19, 1959, and to this union two sons were…
Rick Strong, 62, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2012, in his home. Rick was married to Helen Strong and had three loving children: Amy Duvall and husband Mike Duvall and son Charlie Grissum. Rick had three brothers: Mike Strong, Don Strong and deceased brother Howard Strong. His parents…
Barbara Jean Shortt, 77 years, passed away on June 10, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her family by her side. Barbara was born March 4, 1935 in Ava, Mo., to Clifford and Mary (Novak) Barnum. On Sept. 20, 1951 Barbara married the love of her…
Stephen Allen ‘Steve’ Norman, age 65, of Willow Springs, Mo., passed away at 6:57 p.m. Saturday, June 9, 2012 at his home after an extended illness. He was born on Aug. 30, 1946 in Springfield, Mo., the son of Etcyl Boone Norman, Jr. and Genieve (Exline) Norman . Steve was…
Iona Ann Nall Winona, 79, of Spokane, Wash., passed on June 4, 2012. She was born Jan. 6, 1933, at Girdner, Mo., and grew up at Ava. She is survived by a son, Larry E. Hitchcock and wife, Lynne, daughter Cheryl Ann Hitchcock, and son Charles M. Farris; granddaughters, Jennifer…
Mamie Friend Strong, 79 years old, passed away on June 13, 2012 at her home. Mamie was born Oct. 16, 1932 near Dugginsville, Mo., to Harrison and Iva Lawson Friend. She grew up in Ozark County, where she spent most of her life. Mamie married Mearl Strong on July 20,…
Vera Elizabeth Arnold, age 88, of Mountain Home, Ark., died Sunday, June 3, 2012 in a local hospice facility. She was born Sept. 4, 1923, the daughter of Esta A. Goodrich and Flossie A. Jontz Goodrich. She was of the Baptist faith, and a member of Twin Lakes Baptist Church…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Randy Coble and Mary Coble, husband and wife, by their Deed of Trust dated March 22, 2006, and recorded May 25, 2006, in the office of the recorder of deeds for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 449, Page 496-505, Doc #061253, conveyed to Charles C.…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION MARIETTA A. REED ) Calvin J. Reed, Decedent ) Petitioner, ) Case No. 12DG-PR00032 ) NOTICE OF HEARING To all persons who claim any interest in the property of Calvin J. Reed, deceased, as an heir of said decedent…
Ava R-1 Schools NOTIFICATION OF DESTRUCTION OF STUDENT SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS In accordance with the state and federal regulations implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), this is to inform you of our intent to destroy personally identifiable information related to special education services maintained in school special education…
PUBLIC NOTICE The Ava Housing Authority will be holding a meeting for current and potential landlords/owners for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The purpose of this meeting is to introduce the staff and explain how the Section 8 Program works. This meeting will be held in the Community…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) WILLIAM HOWARD DORE, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00037 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR COMPLETE SETTLEMENT AND PROPOSED ORDER OF DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Nathan A. Clark and Jennifer R. Clark, Husband and Wife, dated November 14, 2006 and recorded on November 16, 2006 in Book 456, Page 300-326, as Document No.…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) JOHN B. BROWN, DECEASED, ) Estate No. 11DG-PR00055 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED To all persons interested in the Estate of John B. Brown, Deceased. On February 6, 2012, (the Last Will and Testament…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Claudia W. Winnen , dated November 11, 2004, and recorded on December 27, 2004, Document No. 043211, in Book No. 429, at Page 531 in the Office of the Recorder of…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Bruce C Maxwell and, Leslie J Maxwell Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Bruce C Maxwell and, Leslie J Maxwell dated July 13, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of…
Minnie Mable (Reed) Hutchison Snoddy, 103 years, passed to heaven on June 1, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her family by her side. Minnie was born March 19, 1909 in Vera Cruz, Mo., to John William and Sarah Francis (Kelton) Reed. Minnie was a lifelong…
Alvey Douglas Lindsey, 68, was born on Nov. 8, 1943, and passed away at home, on May 31, 2012. Doug was born in Leavenworth, Kan., to Alvey Percy and Calla Rene (Mathy) Lindsey. He graduated from Washington High School, Kansas City, Kan., in 1961. At the age of 17, he…
Minerva Imogene “Gene” Wengler Kirschbaum Kane, 85, of Live Oak, Fla., beloved wife, mother, granny, and great-granny went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2012. She was born Dec. 7, 1926, in Chicago, Ill., to Elmer and Nora Wengler. She was the eldest of two children. She grew…
NOTICE TO PUBLIC Douglas County All Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Douglas County, with the assistance of South Central Ozark Council of Governments, has finalized the 2012 update of the Multi-Jurisdiction All Hazard Mitigation Plan. This plan is pursuant to Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) requirements. A final draft of the…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Ronald Lethco and Judith Lethco, dated January 7, 2011, and recorded on January 18, 2011, Document No. 110103 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) RILEY JAMES MCINTYRE ) Case No. 12DG-PR00025 ) GARRETT LLOYD MCINTYRE ) Case No. 12DG-PR00026 ) Minors. ) ALICE BELL, ) Petitioner. ) ORDER OF PUBLICATION OF NOTICE The State of Missouri to CHRISTOPHER…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI IN THE MATTER OF ) LINDA LOUISE SHIPLEY, ) Petitioner. ) Case No. 12CDG-CC00075 ) NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME On May 30, 2012, the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri entered judgment in Cause Number 12DG-CC00075, changing the name of…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI AT AVA, MISSOURI In Re the Petition of: ) GALEN JOHN CHADWICK ) For a Change of Name to: ) Swami Nityananda ) CASE NO. 12DG-CC00147 ) JUDGMENT NAME CHANGE THIS matter came on for hearing on a Verified Petition for…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: June 19, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Part Agriculture & Part R-3 Multi-Family Residential Proposed zoning: R-3 Multi-Family Residential Street location: 307 SW 3rd Avenue Property Owners: Douglas County Senior Citizens Housing Association, Inc. Legal description:…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: June 19, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-Family Residential Street location: 501 SW 3rd Avenue Property Owners: Tom McSwain Legal description: A part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: June 19, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-Family Residential Street location: 407 SW 3rd Avenue Property Owners: Roger and Julia Husky Legal description: Lot 2, Block 4, W.W. Clark’s First Addition, Ava,…
NOTICE TO PUBLIC As required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Ava Housing Authority will hold a meeting, open to the public, to review the PHA Five Year Plan for the year beginning October 1, 2012. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of…
Gary E. “Tony” Calvin, 73, formerly of Kansas City and Osceola, passed away on Saturday, May 26. He was born in Ava, Mo., on Dec. 31, 1938, the second of three children and only son of Jerry and Maurine Henderson Calvin. He graduated from Ava High School in 1956. On Jan.…
Dana M. Denney, 77, of Ozark, formerly of Ava, passed away on May 30, 2012 at Circle of Life Hospice, Bentonville, Ark. Dana was born Nov. 2, 1934 in Douglas County, Mo., to Oscar and Pansy (Henson) Denney. She is survived by one brother, Jim Denney, Ozark, Mo.; one sister,…
Carol Sue Russell, 70, Kansas City, Mo., passed away Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012, after years of declining health. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 2, 2012, 10 a.m. in the Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava, Mo., with Pastor Oren Alcorn officiating. Carol was born on June 14, 1941, in…
Rondo Paul Welch, 79 years, passed to heaven on May 27, 2012 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo., with his family by his side. Paul was born Oct. 24, 1932 in Douglas County, Mo., to Marion Laswell and Nellie Mae (Rippee) Welch. He was a graduate of Ava High School. Paul…
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Sealed bids for the Rippee Conservation Area 2-Span Concrete Bridge, Douglas County, Missouri, Project No. 64-12-05 will be received at MO Dept. of Conservation, PO Box 180, 2901 W. Truman Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65102, UNTIL 2:00 PM, June 21, 2012 then publicly opened. Bidders must obtain…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) DONALD J. OHR ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00043 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DONALD J. OHR, Deceased.…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Ronald Lethco and Judith Lethco, dated January 7, 2011, and recorded on January 18, 2011, Document No. 110103 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Kinsman-Elias Holdings, LLC, by its deed of trust dated October 1, 2010, recorded October 4, 2010, as Document No. 101434 of the records of Douglas County, Missouri, conveyed to Newton C. Brill, Trustee, the following described property, situated in the County of Douglas and State…
LEGAL NOTICE DOCO Inc. Shelter Workshop and Recycling Center is soliciting bids on two items: #1. Forklift-used- 4000-5000# capacity Pneumatic tires, side shift, propane #2. Biomass briquette, Machine Capable of producing 3-4 inch Diameter logs out of dry wood chips For more information, call 417-683-3915. 05-24-35-2t…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Charles Spicer and Debra Spicer, Husband and Wife, dated August 29, 2008 and recorded on September 4, 2008 as Document No. 081865, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Douglas…
TO PUBLIC AND PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION PROVIDERS Alternative Opportunities, Inc., 1111 S. Glenstone Ave., suite 2-100, Springfield, MO 65804, provides notice that it intends to apply to Missouri Department of Transportation for a federal equipment grant to serve the transportation needs of the elderly and/or persons with disabilities in Douglas County.…
PUBLIC NOTICE OF AUCTION This is a legal public notice that contents of the following: Units #9 rented by Robert Mitchell, Units #42 & #59 rented by Vickie Phillips at Ava Storage Centere located at 213 SE 15th Ave., Ava, MO., are being auctioned for amounts past due. Auction to…
Ruby Nora Miller, 85 years, passed to heaven on May 18, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her family by her side. Ruby was born March 19, 1927 in Rome, Mo., to Audie Etzel and Izoria Elnora (Carter) Jenkins. On Jan. 22, 1975 Ruby and Russell…
William “Bill” Allen Byerley, 54 years, passed away on May 17, 2012 at the Sells Nursing Home in Matthews, Mo. William “Bill” was born July 27, 1957 in Ava, Mo., to Lucille Janet Byerley. Bill was a resident of Matthews, Mo., moving from the Ava area. Bill worked for several…
Howard Hillard Garland, 93 years, passed to heaven on May 18, 2012 at Christian Healthcare in Republic, Mo. Howard was born Oct. 29, 1918 in Jasper, Ark., to Tillman Jackson and Nellie (Pearson) Garland. Howard lived most of his life in Douglas County, Mo., in the Dogwood community. He was…
Jerry Lee Wallace, 68, passed away on May 13, 2012 at his home with his wife Nancy by his side. Jerry was born Oct. 13, 1943 in Hammond, Mo., to Arlie and Lena (Gaulding) Wallace. Jerry attended Thornfield R-1 School and was a member of the first consolidated graduating class…
On Tuesday, May 1, 2012, George H. Zimmerman, beloved father, Grandpa, uncle and friend, departed this world. Although, he will be sadly missed, we rejoice in the truth that he lives and we will someday be with him again. Born Oct. 8, 1917 to Henry and Marie (Pershing) Zimmerman, near…
Colby Snider, age 17, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012. He was born Aug. 20, 1994, to Scott and Jodie (Collins) Snider, in Springfield. Colby was a senior at Nixa High School, and was in the choir and was on the debate team. He attended church at Ridgedale Baptist Church.…
Lois Ritter, 93, of Warrensburg, Mo., formerly of rural Leeton, Mo., died early Sunday morning, May 13, 2012, at the Ridgecrest Nursing Center in Warrensburg. She was born on a farm, south of Mansfield. On June 15, 1935, in Ava, she married Charles Lester Ritter, who preceded her in death.…
Billie Calvin Campbell, 73, retired Boeing Aircraft machinist, passed away on Saturday, May 12. He was born in St. Clair, Mo. Bill attended Ava High School his freshman and sophomore years before moving to Park City, Kan. He served in the United States Marines. He was a Mason and a…
IN THE 44TH JUDICAL CIRCUIT COURT, DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI In The Estate of ) MABEL L MCDANIEL ) Deceased. ) Case Number: 12 WR-PR00019-01) NOTICE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY GRANTED (Supervised Administration) To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MABEL L MCDANIEL, Decedent: On May 4, 2012, the last will…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In The Matter of ) LINDA J. CAMPBELL ) Respondent. ) Estate No: 12DG-PR00022 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LINDA J. CAMPBELL, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 1st…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Elijah Miller and Holly Breeding, dated September 24, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, Document No. 091581 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In The Matter of ) CHARLES L. BRISCOE ) Incapacitated and Disabled ) Estate No: 12DG-PR00018 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF CHARLES L. BRISCOE, A DISABLED PERSON: On…
Gary Warren Hutchison, 50 years, 4 months, and 3 days old, passed to heaven on May 4, 2012. Gary was born Jan. 1, 1962 in Muscatine, Iowa, to Leva Wilburn Hutchison and Marilyn Hagedorn. After his mother’s passing Gary was raised by his father and step-mother Nada Louise Sexton. He…
Carrie Faunalee Russell, 54, of Drury, passed away on May 1, 2012 at her home. Faunalee was born July 19, 1957 in Gainesville, to Stanley Quentin and Mary Leota (Bartlett) Russell. Faunalee lived most of her life in the Drury community. Faunalee is survived by a daughter, Felicia Wall, Nikiski,…
Norman Dean Price, 69, of Bates City, Mo., passed away on Monday May, 7, 2012 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kan. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 10, 2012 at the Patterson Cemetery near Bradleyville, Mo. Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 9, from…
Reba G. Johnson, 98, departed this life May 5, 2012, at her home in Ava. A private memorial service will be held at a later time. Burial will be in the Walnut Grove Cemetery. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Ava Family Funeral Home. To send online condolences go…
Albert Plumb, 74, of East Moline, Ill., died Monday, May 7, in his home. He was the son of Virgil and Florence Plumb, formerly of the Girdner community. He has many relatives in the Ava-Douglas County area. Funeral services were held Wednesday in East Moline.…
Ethel Mae (Johnson) Duckworth, daughter of Emmitt (Bud) and Josie Johnson, was born Aug. 7, 1920, in Thornfield, Mo. She departed this life Sunday, May 6, 2012, in Glenwood Healthcare in Seymour, Mo., at the age of 91 years, 8 months and 29 days. Ethel leaves behind her son Randy…
William Dale “Bill” Sanders, 76, of Gainesville, Mo., passed to heaven on April 29, 2012 at the Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Ark. He was born on Nov. 13, 1935 in Souder, Mo., the son of Dale and Thelma (Graham) Sanders. On March 29, 2008, Bill married Regina (Denton)…
Magdalena Irene Otteson, 87, passed away on April 29, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Margie was born Sept. 16, 1924 in Poppenhausen, Germany to Wilhelm and Karoline Back. She was a resident of the Mansfield community since 1971 moving from Kentucky. On April 14, 1953 Margie…
James Calvin Miller, 64 years, 7 months, and 9 days old, passed to heaven on April 27, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. James was born Sept. 18, 1947 in Springfield, Mo., to George and Stella (Ritter) Miller. James was in the Army and served his country during…
John R. (Jack) Gregg was born Aug. 7, 1927, in Lawrence, Kan., to Harry S. and Sybil M. Boles Gregg. He passed away April 22, 2012, at the age of 84 years, 8 months, at his home near Ava. Jack attended school in Lawrence, Kan. He entered the Army just…
Richard Allen Coy, 57, of Strafford, passed to heaven on May 1, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo., resulting from an accident. Richard was born Oct. 30, 1954 in Douglas County, Mo., to Everett “Pete” and Lue Ellen (Pruiett) Coy. Richard was a resident of Strafford since 1997…
Naomi Ruth Burdue, 84 years, the daughter of Gertrude “Gertie” (Buchanan) Wilson and Herman R. Wilson, was born Oct. 4, 1927 in Ava, Mo., and departed this life on April 30, 2012 at her home with family by her side. Ruth was a resident of Ava, Mo., for the past…
Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of $250,000 and electronic bids submitted through the BidExpress website for constructing or improving Route 14, Job J8S2399, Douglas County, will be received by the Commission until 11:00 o’clock a.m. (prevailing local time) on 5/25/2012. Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Elijah Miller and Holly Breeding, dated September 24, 2009, and recorded on September 25, 2009, Document No. 091581 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: May 15, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: B-2 Central Business District Proposed zoning: B-3 General Business Street location: 806 NW 12th Avenue Property Owners: Dennis Souder Legal description: A part of the NW 1/4 of the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY STATE OF MISSOURI LoanCare, a Division of FNF Servicing, Inc. ) ) Plaintiff, ) ) Cause No. 12DG-CC00080 vs. ) ) Barbara M. Burnes, ) ) et. al. ) ) Defendants. ) Cause No. 12DG—CC00080 ) ) Notice Upon…
Jessie Leroy “Bud” Dry was born Jan. 7, 1928 in Haskell County, Kan., and he passed away peacefully in his sleep in Springfield, Mo., on April 22, 2012. Leroy was the third of five children born to Fred Dry and Alma Doss. Leroy spent his early years in Kansas breaking…
Eldon V. Covill was born July 24, 1927, and passed away Aug. 15, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Phyllis Wickstrom Covill, on May 21, 1993. He was survived by daughters, Debra Shuler and husband, Billy, of Fort Worth, Texas, Paul Covill and wife,…
John R. (Jack) Gregg was born Aug. 7, 1927, in Lawrence, Kan., to Harry S. and Sybil M. Boles Gregg. He passed away April 22, 2012, at the age of 84 years, 8 months, at his home near Ava. Jack attended school in Lawrence, Kan. He entered the Army just…
Brantley Allen Lafferty passed to heaven on April 20, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Brantley was born April 20, 2012 in Springfield, Mo., to Joshua and Jessica “Jessie” (Mills) Lafferty. Brantley is survived by his parents, Joshua “Josh” Ellis Lafferty, Ava, Mo., and Jessica “Jessie” Leann Mills,…
Eldon E. (Shorty) Millard, 71, passed away on April 12, 2012, at North Western Medical Hospital, Chicago, Ill. He is survived by one sister, Carol Millard Cunningham, of Ava, and husband, Donald; nephew Craig Cunningham and wife, Debbie, and niece Janet Cunningham, all of Ava; and other nieces, nephews and…
Ray Frank Walker passed from this life April 18, 2012 at 11:15 pm at his home in Red Wing, Minn. He was born July 6, 1946, in Bakersfield, Calif., to Claude and Beatrice Walker. Frank lived in the Ozarks most of his life. He was preceded in death by his…
Julie Darlene Wright, 53 years, 5 months, and 2 days old, passed to heaven on April 17, 2012 at her residence in Ava. Julie was born Nov.15, 1958 in Dexter, Mo., to Otto and Easter (Kennedy) Patton. Julie was preceded by her parents, two sisters, and four brothers. Julie is…
Billy “Bill” Leroy Wright, age 85 of Ozark, died April 11, 2012. He was born Feb. 12, 1927 in Dupot, Ill., the son of Barney and Lydia (Stafford) Wright. Bill served his country in the U.S. Army, doing two tours in Europe during World War II. After the war he…
Arlo Junior Berry was born to Arlo and Midge Pool Berry at Trail, Mo., on April 12, 1942. Junior left us on April 16, 2012 at the age of 70. Junior attended school at Silver Shade and Dora. Junior was employed in Ohio and Davenport, Iowa, for several years. He…
Robert Ford Goforth, Sr., 65 years, passed away on April 14, 2012 at Mercy Hospital. Bob was born Feb. 22, 1947 in Madison County, N.C., to Kie and Addie (Rawlings) Goforth. On Sept. 7, 1972 Robert and Peggy Roberts were joined in marriage, to this union six children were born.…
Dareth Athol Raymer, a resident of Dothan, died Sunday, April 15, 2012 in Noland Hospital at Southeast Alabama Medical Center. He was 82. Memorial services for Mr. Raymer will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 19, at Cloverdale United Methodist Church in Alabama, with the Rev. Mark Lily officiating.…
Faye Sims, 89, longtime resident of Ava, began her earthly journey June 10, 1922, in Augusta, Kan., to parents Lee E. and Hannah (Lefler) Thurman. On April 15, 2012, she began her eternal life’s journey from Louisville, Ky. Faye’s life touched many people. She taught school in one room school…
Thelma Dell Yates, 96 years, passed to heaven on April 11, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Thelma “Sammy” was born Jan. 18, 1916 in Ava, Mo., to Ebb and Chloe (Gott) Hodges. Sammy was a lifelong resident of the Ava community. She had worked at the…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Sheila Rana Andrews, A Married Woman, Timothy Andrews, dated August 10, 2006 and recorded on September 11, 2006 in Book 453, Page 689-721, as Document No. 062215, Office…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Default having been made in the payment of that certain note secured by Deed of Trust executed by Jason D. Corrigan, A Single Person, dated February 16, 2007 and recorded on February 20, 2007 in Book 461, Page 8-16, as Document No. 070416, Office of Recorder…
Thetis Olen Pruiett, 88, of Borger, Texas, died Saturday, April 7, 2012, in Amarillo. Services were at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at Gateway Baptist Church in Borger. Burial was in Westlawn Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers in Amarillo, Texas. Thetis Pruiett, often known as Peanut or…
Lonnie Dan Hicks, age 77, of Vanzant, Mo., departed this life from the arms of his loving family into the arms of Jesus on April 8, 2012 in the Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo. He was born on Dec. 13, 1934 in Drury, Mo., the youngest child born to Dan…
Harley Lee Collins, son of the late Isaac and Gladys (Robinson) Collins, was born on Jan. 9, 1926 in Huggins, Mo., and departed this life on April 1, 2012 in the Kabul Nursing Home in Cabool, Mo., following a short illness. He was 86 years, 2 months and 23 days…
Jonverl Marshall Sales, 80, of Ropgersville, passed to heaven on April 9, 2012 at his home. Jonverl was born Dec. 12, 1931 in Glenwood, Iowa, to John and Laura (Marshall) Sales. Jonverl is survived by his wife, Nora Sales, Rogersville; five children; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins and…
Thelma D. Yates, 96, passed away Wednesday, April 11, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava.…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Ronny L.H. Mast, A/K/A Ronny L. Mast, an Unmarried Man Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Ronny L.H. Mast, A/K/A Ronny L. Mast, an Unmarried Man dated October 28, 2003 and recorded in…
Trellis Roberts, 90 years old, passed to heaven on March 30, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare in Ava, Mo. Trellis was born March 6, 1922 in McClurg, Mo., to Luther and Bammie (Hicks) Roberts. Trellis raised cattle at her farm in Brownbranch which had been in her family…
Billie Lea Leonard, 88 years, passed to heaven on March 29, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo. Billie was born Dec. 27, 1923 in Tonkawa, Okla., to Charles Batie and Myrtle Zada (Alexander) Gann. On Sept. 20, 1944 Billie and Willie Lee Leonard were united in marriage…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE FOR DEFAULT in the payment of debt secured by Deed of Trust executed by Warren Merrifield, a single person, dated September 5, 1997, recorded on September 16, 1997 in Book 310 at Page 66, Office of Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Robin Lin Bumpass and Steven C. Bumpass, wife and husband as joint tenants TRUSTEE`S SALE – Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Robin Lin Bumpass and Steven C. Bumpass, wife and husband as joint tenants dated 06/25/2007, and recorded on 06/28/2007 Book…
ROAD WORK NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of $250,000 and electronic bids submitted through the BidExpress website for constructing or improving Route Various, Job J9M0264, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Douglas, Iron, & New Madrid Counties, will be received by the Commission until 11:00 o’clock a.m. (prevailing…
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR STATE OF MISSOURI COUNTY OF DOUGLAS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) LENA LEONIA CARLINE, ) Disabled. ) Estate No. 12DG-PR00003 ) TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LENA LEONIA CARLINE, a Disable…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE In the Estate of ) EDWIN LEE MORPETH, ) Deceased. ) Case No. 11DG-PR00048 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF EDWIN LEE MORPETH, Deceased. You…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI IN RE THE NAME CHANGE OF ) BETTY LOU ROSS, ) BETTY LOU ROSS, ) Petitioner, ) NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME On the 2nd day of April 2012, the Circuit Court of Douglas County, Missouri entered judgment in Cause Number 12DG-CC000093,…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of debt secured by a deed of trust executed by Aaron Williams and Kelli Williams, dated January 26, 2009, and recorded on February 3, 2009, Document No. 090167 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas County, Missouri, the undersigned…
NOTICE OF SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE’S SALE For default in the payment of principal and interest now past due on a certain promissory note dated April 12, 2011 and secured by a deed of trust dated April 12, 2011 signed by James A. Seale and Ann M. Seale, husband and wife, and…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: April 17, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: B-3 General Business District Street location: 108 E. Hwy. 14 Property Owners: Harold and Carol Lakey Legal description: Lot 8, Block 1, Cooper Lumber Company Sub-division,…
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID The Ava Housing Authority will be accepting bids for installing tile floor covering in apartments. Interested contractors may pick up specifications at the Ava Housing Authority office located at 802 NE 11th Ave., Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. until noon CST. Bids will be accepted until 12:00…
Todd Allan Brown, 37 years, passed away on March 25, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Todd was born Aug. 29, 1974 in Springfield, Mo., to Ralph and Carryl (Bradley) Brown. Todd was a lifelong resident of the Gainesville community. He worked alongside his family as a computer…
Lillian Naomi Haskins, 90 years, passed to heaven on March 26, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare, Ava, Mo., with her loving husband, John, by her side. Naomi was born Dec. 17, 1921 in Nottinghill, Mo., to Jesse Herbert and Hattie Jane (Trent) Gaulding. On Nov. 16, 1940, Naomi…
Hugh Stanton Kail, 58 years, passed away on March 27, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Hugh was born Aug. 27, 1953 in Coshocton, Ohio to Arden Arlandis and Lena Louise (Swindell) Kail. Hugh is survived by his wife, Patricia “Pat” Kail, Thornfield, Mo.; two children,…
David Cary Lawrence, 54, passed away March 20, 2012 in his home in Springfield, Mo. He was born Jan. 24, 1958 in Kansas City, Kan. David was a 1976 graduate of J.C. Harmon High School. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1983 serving in the aircraft maintenance field. After…
Mary “Kathryn” Nichols, 92 of Mansfield, Mo., passed from this world Wednesday, March 14, 2012. She was born July 6, 1919 in Wright County to Tonie H. Thomas and Winnie C. Odell Thomas. At the age of 13 she became a Christian at Little Creek Baptist Church and belongs to…
Garrett Van Alstyne Jr., age 70, of Oak Ridge, N.J., went to be at rest in Livingston, N.J., on March 21, 2012. He was the beloved husband of the former Yolanda (Lonnie) (Piatti) of Oak Ridge; loving father of Nicole Hammett and her husband, Chris, of Drury, Mo., and Garrett…
Judith Kay Boyer passed from this life on March 25, 2012, at Cox South Hospital in Springfield at the age of 60. Judy was born March 25, 1952, to Catherine (Illig) and the late Clarence Samuel (Duke) Boyer, in St. Louis County, Mo. Judy adored her nieces and nephews along…
Jeanne B. Snow, 88 years, passed away on March 20, 2012 at Century Pines Assisted Living, Ozark, Mo. Jeanne was born June 15, 1923 in Plymouth, Calif., to John and Matilda (Helbing) Beaver. On Nov. 25, 1949, Jeanne and Chester M. Snow were united in marriage in Las Vegas, Nev.…
Arthur G. Smith, age 95, of Nixa, was born March 18, 1916 in Kansas City, Mo., and went to be with his Lord March 15, 2012. Arthur lived on his farm, east of Ava on Highway 76, from 1979 until 1996 when he and Ruth moved to Nixa. While living…
BARTONVILLE, Ill. – Noah “Old Blue” Collier, 85 of Bartonville, died at 12:43 a.m. Saturday, March 17, 2012, at Farmington Country Manor in Farmington, Ill. Also surviving are his wife, Thelma (Horner) Collier, of Bartonville; two children, Larry (Trina) Collier of Pella, Iowa and Janice Collier of Bartonville; two grandchildren;…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION TWO In the Estate of: ) ALTHEA ANN DIXON, ) Deceased. ) Estate No. 09U4-PR00072 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR COMPLETE SETTLEMENT AND PROPOSED ORDER OF DISTRIBUTION To all persons interested in the above referenced Estate: You…
NOTICE Now accepting bids for mowing of the Pleasant Mound Cemetery. Please send sealed bids to Susan Cave, 4920 North Farm Road 159, Springfield, MO 65803. Bids will be accepted until April 1, 2012. 3-15-25-2t…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF A CONSERVATOR TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DAVID STRANG, A DISABLED PERSON: On the 6th day of MARCH, 2012, V KENNETH ROHRER, was appointed conservator of the estate of DAVID STRANG, a…
NOTICE Cripple Creek Mini-Storage, 404 N. Jefferson St., will be auctioning off the following units, #77, #126, #127 and #173, for non-payment on Saturday, March 24 at 10:00 a.m. 543-3131 3-15-25-1t…
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Douglas County Senior Citizens Housing Association, Inc. located at 307 SW 3rd Ave. in Ava, MO. will be accepting bids on mowing until March 26. Please contact Connie Sherrill at 683-4033 or 683-4700 for information. 03-15-25-1t…
REQUEST FOR MOWING BIDS Ava Area Ambulance District is requesting bids for mowing and lawn care at the Ambulance Station, located at 1412 NW 9th Street, Ava, during the 2012 season. Sealed bids may be submitted in person or mailed to Ava Area Ambulance District, PO Box 971, Ava, MO…
Leola Jeanne Heinlein passed away March 11, 2012 in Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. She was born March 2, 1929, daughter of Benjamin Wesley Everett and Nora (Miller) Everett, the fifth child of nine children. Jeanne graduated from Ava High School in 1945 at the age of 16 and…
Verla Dean Hallmark, 79, began this life Dec. 8, 1932, at Dighton, Kan., to parents Lloyd Ralph and Amanda Louise Davidson Ellis. She departed this life March 4, 2012, at her home in Ava, Mo., at Red Bud Village. Verla was the ultimate mother showing genuine concern for her family.…
Joseph F. (Joe) Garner, 86 of Ava, Mo., was born June 29, 1925 near Noble Mo., to parents Floyd and Radie James Garner. On March 4, 2012 he departed this life at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Mo. Joe proudly served his county in the US Army during World War…
Bertha Ileen Cooley, 75 years, passed away on March 8, 2012 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Ileen was born Jan. 24, 1937 in Garrison, Mo., to Buster and Mary (Coffer) Cobb. Ileen was a homemaker and resident of Springfield since 1974 moving from West Plains, Mo. On Dec. 24, 1974…
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The City of Ava is requesting proposals from landscape architects/urban foresters to develop a comprehensive tree planting and maintenance plan for the city cemetery. Deadline for completion of the plan will be COB on May 11, 2012. The City intends to submit a grant proposal to the…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Brandon Dale Russell and Jennifer Ann Russell husband and wife Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Brandon Dale Russell and Jennifer Ann Russell husband and wife dated May 28, 2004 and recorded in…
Jewell Irene (Beach) Young was born at Souder, Mo., on Aug. 6, 1916, to Frank Beach and Parlee (Ratliff) Beach. After graduating from Gainesville High School in 1934, she lived in California for several years until her mother became ill. At that time she returned to the family farm to…
Max Alan Wood, 70 years, departed from the arms of his loving family into the arms of Jesus on March 4, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo., with his family by his side. Max was born May 28, 1941 in Ava, Mo., to Etzel and Alice (Posey) Wood. …
Virginia Maxine Smith, 85 years, passed to heaven on March 2, 2012 at Springfield, Mo., with her family by her side. Maxine was born Feb. 24, 1927 in Bertha, Mo., to Jasper and Delphia (Driskell) Alsup. Maxine lived most of her life in Douglas and Ozark County, Mo. On Dec.…
Carol Sue Russell, 70, Kansas City, Mo., passed away Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012 after years of declining health. A celebration of her life will be held this spring in Ava, Mo. Carol is survived by four sisters and a brother.…
Geneve Marlin, of Springfield, Mo., passed away Feb. 26, 2012, at The Manor at Elfindale, Springfield. She was born Sept. 21, 1930 in Elkhead, Mo., the daughter of the late Delbert and Delorce (Nelson) Swearengin. She was united in marriage to A.J. Marlin on Oct. 12, 195l in Seymour, Mo. …
Darrell Wayne Lakey, 78 years, went to be with his Lord on March 5, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Darrell was born Aug. 11, 1933 in Coldsprings, Mo., to Guy and Lola (Hutchison) Lakey. Darrell lived most of his life in Douglas County. On April…
Grace Irby, 85 years, 10 months, and 29 days old, passed to heaven on March 2, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare. Grace was born April 3, 1926 in Bertha, Mo., to Isam and Nancy (Thompson) Hicks. Grace was employed by H.D. Lee as a seamstress, was a babysitter…
Anna Johanna Hughes, 80 years, passed to heaven on March 3, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. Anna was born March 29, 1931 in Smackout, Mo., in Douglas County to Casey and Rosa (Hodge) Schinkel. Anna was a resident of the Seymour community for 22 years.…
Verla Dean Hallmark, 79, was born in Dighton, Kan., on Dec. 8, 1932. She departed this life March 4, 2012 at her home in Ava, Mo. A memorial service will be announced at a later time. Local arrangements were under the direction of Ava Family Funeral Home. To send condolences…
David S. Graf, 82, was born in Kansas City, Mo., on June 4, 1929. He departed this life March 2, 2012, at the Heart of the Hills Healthcare Center, Ava, where he had resided a short time. Military honors were provided for the family by the VFW Post 5993 and…
Joseph F. (Joe) Garner, 86, was born near Noble, Mo., on June 29, 1925. He departed this life March 4, 2012, at Cox Hospital in Springfield. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 7, at 1 p.m., in the Ava Family Funeral Home. Visitation was hosted in the Ava Family Funeral…
Memorial Services for John Leroy Coffin (the bicycle man) were conducted Thursday, March 1, 2012, in the Ava City Cemetery. John was born Jan. 2, 1915, in Chicago, Ill., and passed away Jan. 2, 2006, in Springfield, Mo. He had been a resident of Ava for several years. Local arrangements…
Donald Walter Hawkins, 61 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 18, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nev. Donald was born Jan. 22, 1951 in Gainesville, Mo., to Dexter and Nelita (Farmer) Hawkins. From an early age, Don learned about hard work by working on his father’s farm. He graduated from Gainesville…
Lula May Kellogg, 99 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 24, 2012 at Presbyterian Manor, Farmington, Mo. Lula was born May 23, 1912 in Squires, Mo. to Charles Monroe and Stella Adeline (Kennedy) Spurlock. On April 5, 1940 Lula and Martin Kellogg were united in marriage in Ava, Mo., and…
George N. Kennedy, 77 years, passed away on Feb. 23, 2012 at Jordan Creek Nursing Home, Springfield, Mo. George was born July 13, 1934 in Toledo, Ohio, to William and Jennie (Aho) Kennedy. He was a retired pipefitter and welder. George was a resident of Ava, Mo., moving from Big…
Rondo Prock, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Feb. 28, 2012, just a little short of his 92nd birthday. He was born on March 11, 1920 in Souder, Mo., the oldest son of Granville and Mabel Gardner Prock. He graduated from Gainesville High School and attended Southwest Missouri…
Bonnie Lee Reid, 92 years, went home to Heaven on Feb. 25, 2012 at Magnolia Square, Springfield, Mo. Bonnie was born Feb. 9, 1920 in Ozark County, Mo., to James Everett and Willie Ethel (Steelman) Cantwell. Bonnie was a resident of Springfield since 1995 moving from Ava, Mo., where she…
Carol Sue Russell, 70, Kansas City, MO. passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012 after years of declining health. A celebration of her life will be held this spring in Ava, MO. Carol was born on June 14, 1941, in Ava, MO. After graduating from Ava High School in 1959 she…
Gwendolyn Eloise Barrett Sproat, 89, formerly of Drury, Mo., died Feb. 25, 2012, at her home in Highlands, N.C. A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 1, at 2 p.m., at the cemetery at Saddle Rock Ranch in Drury, Mo. All of her friends from this area are welcome.…
Geraldine Marie Walker, 83 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 21, 2012 at Ozarks Medical Center, West Plains, Mo. Gerry was born Jan. 3, 1929 in Mobeetie, Texas, to Clifford and Mary (Novak) Barnum. On Sept. 5, 1947 Gerry and James Doyle Walker were united in marriage in Springfield, Mo.,…
Eula Mae Gillespie, 75 years, passed away on Feb. 22, 2012 at Glenwood Healthcare, Seymour, Mo. She was born July 19, 1936 in Alton, Mo., to William and Stella (Sisco) Bridges. On Sept. 25, 1954, Eula and Lester Gillespie were united in marriage in Poplar Bluff, Mo., and to this…
ROAD WORK NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of $250,000 and electronic bids submitted through the BidExpress website for constructing or improving Route JJ, Job J9L1205L, Howell County and Route 14, Job J9L1205M, Douglas County, will be received by the Commission until 11:00 o’clock a.m. (prevailing…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, default having been made in the payment of the Note described in and secured by Deed of Trust executed by Mike Hough and Karen Hough, husband and wife dated April 9, 2004 and recorded in Deed of Trust Book No. 419 at Pages 654-656 of…
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Johanna R. Revak and Christopher Revak, wife and husband, dated December 7, 2007, recorded on December 12, 2007 as Document No. 073156, in Book 476, Page 478, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Douglas…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Eddie Allen and Marcella C. Allen, husband and wife and Jesus Rubio, a married person TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Eddie Allen and Marcella C. Allen, husband and wife and Jesus Rubio, a married person dated 12/18/2006, and…
PUBLIC NOTICE The County Commissioners would like to purchase a used pick-up truck 4X4, ½ ton or ¾ Ext. Cab or Crew Cab, good condition. Bids must be submitted by Monday, March 12, 2012. Bids should be sent to: Douglas County Commission PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608 We reserve…
PUBLIC NOTICE We are now accepting bids on the following: Gasoline, Diesel, Oil, Tires, Grader Blades, Asphalt, Cement and Gravel. Bids must be submitted by Monday, March 12, 2012 bids should be sent to: Douglas County Commissioners, PO Box 398 Ava, MO 65608. We reserved the right to reject or…
TRUSTEE’S SALE In Re: Cynthia J East and Eric R East, wife and husband TRUSTEE`S SALE - Under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Cynthia J East and Eric R East, wife and husband dated 11/05/2007, and recorded on 11/20/2007 Book 475 Page 367 in the office…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: March 20, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-Family Residential Street location: 705 SE 4th Avenue Property Owner: Richard Roper Legal description: All that part of the NE1/4NE1/4of Section…
NOTICE REZONING PUBLIC HEARING Date: March 20, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-1 Single-Family Residential Street location: Property Owner: Carol Jeanne Curry Legal description: All that part of the NE1/4NE1/4 of Section 14, Township 26,…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION IN THE ESTATE OF ) LARWOOD E. BRUMFIELD ) Deceased, ) Estate No. 11DG-00044 ) NOTICE OF FILING OF FINAL SETTLEMENT AND PETITION FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LARWOOD E. BRUMFIELD, DECEASED …
TRUSTEE’S SALE WHEREAS, Kenneth Whedbee and Debra Whedbee, husband and wife, by their Deed of Trust dated July 18, 2002, and recorded in the Recorder’s Office for Douglas County, Missouri, in Book 366 at Pages 806-812, conveyed to Daniel P. Wade, Trustee, the following described real estate, situated in the…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI DIVISION II – PROBATE IN THE ESTATE OF ) DOROTHY ELDA KIMBLER ) A Disabled Person, ) Case No. 12DG-PR00008 ) NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR OF DISABLED PERSON To All persons interested in the estate of DOROTHY ELDA KIMBLER,…
William Ellis (Bill) Bolding, 79, of Ava, began his earthly journey on June 26, 1932, in Alma, Ark., to parents C.P. and Dillia Moss Bolding. On Feb. 19, 2012, he began his eternal journey from his home in Ava. Bill moved to Ava in 1962 to work as a meat…
Services for Donald W. Hawkins, 61, Las Vegas, Nev. (formerly of Gainesville, Mo.), will be held Saturday, Feb. 25, at 11 a.m., at Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Ava. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 10 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Hawkins was a retired lieutenant colonel with the U.S. Air…
Leoma Mackey, 96 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 16, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. Leoma was born Jan. 11, 1916 in Smallett, Mo., to Jess and Lila (Wilson) Johnson. She lived most of her life in the Ava community and in southern California. On…
Verl D. Mitchell, 76 years, passed away on Feb. 21, 2012 at Mercy Hospital (St. John’s), Springfield, Mo. Verl was born May 2, 1935 in Taney County, Mo. to Marshall Verl and Geneva (Solmon) Mitchell. Verl was a resident of Washington state for over 40 years where he worked as…
Graveside services for Ethan Tyler Turnbull, newborn son of Billy Turnbull and Donna Marie Santacroce, were at 2 p.m., Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, at Evergreen Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, West Plains. Ethan was called to be with the Angels on Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012 at Ozarks…
Hobert Edward Wood, age 84, of Dardanelle, Ark., died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2012, at his home. He was born June 1, 1927 at Logan County in Delaware to the late Brownie and Donnie Higgins Wood. He was a WWII Army Veteran and a lifetime member of the Boyce Woods VFW…
Born Nov. 20, 1951 Died Jan. 28, 2012. God’s Garden God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon the Earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. With the help of his Angels they…
Ricki Dianne Gaddis reached Heaven’s gate on Feb. 2, 2012 in the St. John’s Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Mo., at the age of 62. Ricki was born on March 15, 1949 in Norwood, Mo., to Jim and Erma (Cooley) Hopper who preceded her in death. Ricki graduated from Walla Walla…
Michael Carter, 53, passed away on Feb. 7, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. Michael was born June 6, 1958 in Bell Garden, Calif., to Thurman Alvin and Mattie (Ward) Carter. Michael was a resident of Ava for several years and was employed by Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare…
Dale H. Ussery, 70 years, passed away on Feb. 7, 2012 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Mo. Dale was born Oct. 23, 1941 in Greene County, Ill., to Lloyd and Mildred (Bechdolt) Ussery. Dale was a resident of the Ava community for the past eight years moving from Pisgah, Iowa, where…
Roxie Faye “Johns” Cook Swearengin was born on Sept. 27, 1916 to Ora Lee and Muriel Blanch (Daniels) Johns near Seymour, Mo. She departed this life on Jan. 27, 2012 at St. John’s hospital at the age of 95 years and 4 months. On Aug. 21, 1934 Roxie married John…
Charles “King” Shollenberger, age 91, of Springfield died on Jan. 29, 2012 in Mercy Villa after a short illness. King was born Jan. 10, 1921, in Ozark, Mo., to Charles and Ethel (King) Shollenberger. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, James Norvell (Fritz) Shollenberger; and a sister,…
Mrs. Diana Sanders, 65, of Bolivar, Mo., died Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012 at her residence. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 9, in the Kissee-Schofield-Eakins Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home chapel with Elder R.J. Mendel officiating.…
Virginia Emma Prine, 79 years, passed to heaven on Feb. 1, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Virginia was born Feb. 9, 1932 in Watts, Okla., to William and Blanche (Greene) White. Virginia was a resident of the Ava community for three years moving from Rogers, Ark., where…
Richard Edward Marler, 30, of Fordland, passed to heaven on Feb. 6, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield, Mo. Rick was born Oct. 21, 1981 in Springfield to Steven and Leta (Riggs) Marler. Rick is survived by his grandmother, Viola Marler, Fordland; his parents, Leta Marler and Steve Ray…
Gregory Allen Mackey, 52, of Branson, Mo., passed away suddenly Monday, Jan. 30, 2012 in his home. Gregory was born on Oct. 26, 1959 in Kansas City, Kan., to Franklin D. and Louise Elizabeth (Cooley) Mackey, the eldest of four children. Gregory grew up in Independence, Mo., where he attended…
Ava Family Funeral Home announces services for Eugene V. (Jack) Hunziker, 84, of Ava, who passed away Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012, at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center. Graveside services will conducted Friday, Feb. 10, at 1 p.m., in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield. A visitation will be hosted from…
Michael Carter, 53, passed away on Feb. 7, 2012 at Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. Michael was born June 6, 1958 in Bell Garden, Calif., to Thurman Alvin and Mattie (Ward) Carter. Michael was a resident of Ava for several years and was employed by Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the Matter of ) SARAH ELISABETH WHITTAKER, ) A Minor Child, ) JONATHAN AARON STOVALL) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) FONDA LYNN STOVALL and ) JOHN DOE, ) Respondents. ) Case No. 12DG-CC00002 ) AMENDED NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR…
PUBLIC NOTICE White River Valley Electric Cooperative owes money to the following past members and has not been able to contact them. If your name appears on the list below or if you have information about the location of a person on this list, please write to the Accounting Department,…
PUBLIC NOTICE OF SURFACE MINING APPLICATION – NEW PERMIT J & R Sand & Gravel, P.O. Box 1697, Ava, MO 65608 has applied for a new permit from the Department of Natural Resources, Land Reclamation Commission, to mine Sand and Gravel on 7.1 acres of land located in Douglas County,…
LEGAL NOTICE Ava R-1 Schools is taking bids on sealing parking areas. For information call Monty Valentine, maintenance supervisor, at 417-683-4717 Ext. 410. Deadline to accept bids is March 1, 2012. 2-9-20-1t…
Brett Riley Crewse, 23 years, passed away on Jan. 26, 2012 at St. John’s Mercy Hospital, Springfield. Brett was born Nov. 29, 1988 in Springfield, Mo., to Len Crewse and Jennie Johnson. Brett lived most of his life in Ava, Mo. He graduated from Ava High School. He was a…
Richard Eugene Woodall, 85 years, passed away Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012 at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare Center, Ava, Mo. His mind and spirit were strong but his body could no longer fight the prostate cancer. Richard was born Nov. 25, 1926 in Burlington, Iowa, to Thomas and Mary (Anderson)…
Lester C. Wallace, 87, of Bettendorf, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012 at Trinity West in Rock Island, Ill. Funeral services were held at 11:30 am, Monday, Jan. 30, in the Runge Mortuary Chapel. Visitation was from 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the mortuary. Burial, with military honors, was…
Arthur E. (Art) Levan, 71, of Ava, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, at his home. He was born April 8, 1940, near Ava. Memorial services were conducted at Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. All arrangements are under the care and direction of…
Christopher (Chris) Lee Ford, of Olathe, Kan., died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012 in Truman Medical Center. Born in Springfield, Mo., July 29, 1985, to Debra Ford, Chris grew up on a farm with his family in Souder, Mo. Chris is survived by his grandmother Betty Gardner; mother Debra Sanna; father…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: February 21, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-2 Two Family Residential Street location: SE 8th Street Property Owners: Kent Stamper Legal description: A part of the Southeast quarter of the Southeast quarter of…
TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person Trustee’s Sale: For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Lisa D Ellison, A Single Person dated April 15, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of…
NOTICE REZONINGPUBLIC HEARING Date: February 21, 2012 Place: Ava City Hall 127 SW 2nd Avenue Time: 6:30 p.m. Present zoning: Agriculture Proposed zoning: R-2 Two Family Residential Street location: SE 8th Street Property Owners: Trustees of the Jasper F. Cropsey Memorial Trust (Robert D. Melton, Yvonne S. Melton, and…
James L. Cowart, age 78, of Kerrville, Texas, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012 at his residence. He was born June 10, 1933 in Jarrell, Texas, to Wilburn Lee Cowart and Lois Louise (Whitley) Cowart. James graduated from high school in Florence, Texas. He was a veteran who served in…
Wayne Elmer Wolter, 65, has passed and gone to heaven on Jan. 17, 2012. He was at Heart of the Ozarks Healthcare due to longterm illness. He was born Aug. 4, 1946, in Milwaukee, Wisc. He moved to Ava in September 2001. He enjoyed raising cattle and cooking, and BBQing.…
Kathleen Wilma Sparks, 80 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 22, 2012 at her home in Ava, Mo. Kathleen was born March 18, 1931 in Huntsville, Ark., to Amos Leander and Naomi Aileen (Davis) McCoy, the eldest of seven children. Kathleen was a resident of the Ava community for 50…
Charles Odum, Jr., 83 years, 4 months, and 24 days old, passed to heaven on Jan. 21, 2012 at Missouri Veteran’s Home, St. James, Mo. Charles was born Aug. 28, 1928 in Carrier Mills, Ill., to Charles and Gladys (Stout) Odum. He was united in marriage to Deloris Broy in…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI JUVENILE DIVISION In the Matter of ) SARAH ELISABETH WHITTAKER, ) A Minor Child, ) JONATHAN AARON STOVALL) Petitioner, ) Vs. ) FONDA LYNN STOVALL and ) JOHN DOE, ) Respondents. ) Case No. 12DG-CC00002 ) NOTICE UPON ORDER FOR SERVICE…
ROAD WORK NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Paper bids not exceeding a monetary value of $250,000 and electronic bids submitted through the BidExpress website for constructing or improving Routes Various, Job J8P2384, Barry, Bates, Barton, Benton, Cedar, Christian, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Henry, Hickory, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Polk, St. Clair, Stone, Taney, and…
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF DOUGLAS COUNTY, MISSOURI PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of ) Elitta January, ) Deceased, ) Case No. 12DG-PR00005 ) NOTICE OF LETTERS OF ADMINSTRATION GRANTED To all persons interested in the estate of Elitta January, deceased: On the 20th day of January, 2012, the…
PUBLIC NOTICE The County Commissioners would like to purchase a dump truck, with a twin axle at least 16 foot bead, 9 or 10 speed transmission, and 400 hp motor or better. Bids must be submitted by Monday, February 6, 2012. Bids should be sent to: Douglas County Commission PO…
Wanda Fern Maggard, 74 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 12, 2012 at her home with her family by her side. Wanda was born May 3, 1937 in Keltner, Mo., to George and Laura (Pruiett) Thompson. Wanda lived most of her life in the Bradleyville community. On Jan. 8, 1959…
Arthur E. (Art) Levan, 71, of Ava, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, at his home. He was born April 18, 1940, near Ava. Memorial services were conducted at Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 1 p.m. All arrangements are under the care and direction of…
On Tuesday evening, Jan. 17, 2012, Raymond Lawrence Coday was called to his heavenly home, at the age of 86 years, 7 months and 23 days. Although we miss him, we have peace in knowing that one day we will meet again. Born May 25, 1925 to Martin and Agnes…
James Harrison Carter II, 66 years, passed to heaven on Jan. 12, 2012 at his home with his family by his side. Jim was born July 4, 1945 in Biloxi, Miss., to James Harrison and Virginia (Crouch) Carter. On Aug. 7, 1965 Jim and Nina Spurrier were united in marriage…
ATHENS, Texas–Services for Lonnie R. Porter, Sr., 72, Athens are scheduled for 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012 in Carroll-Lehr Funeral Chapel in Athens with LaRon Branson and Tom Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Shelby Chapel Cemetery. Mr. Porter died Jan. 15, 2012 in Tyler. He was born July…
Daniel “Dan” William Wilson, son of the late Christopher E. and Hattie (James) Wilson, was born on Nov. 11, 1918 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and departed this life on Friday, Jan. 6, 2012 at his home in Vanzant, Mo., following a short illness at 93 years of age. Daniel grew…
Dale Wilford Lakey, age 77, father of five children, sawmiller, logger, fisherman, trapshooter, turkey hunter and frequent fish fryer, passed away of natural causes Monday, Jan. 9, 2012, in Golden Years Care Center of Harrisonville, Mo. Dale was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie (Cannon) Lakey of 32 years,…
