MARTHA EDITH PARSONS
   Martha Edith Parsons departed this life July 9, 1999 in Waynesville, Mo. at the age of 95 years, eight months and 15 days.
     She was born October 24, 1903 in Stone County, Mo. and was the daughter of Henry Goodlaw and Walsie Jack (Sims) Parsons.
     Mary was a retired waitress and had lived in Waynesville for the past four years moving from Springfield, Mo.
     Survivors include on sister, Louella Parsons of Springfield and several nephews and nieces.
     Graveside services were at 2 p.m. Monday July12, in Crane Community Cemetery under the direction of Manlove-Stumpff Funeral Home, Crane.
source: Crane Cronicle 7-8-99. Contributed by Robin Biddle 

Mahalia Anis Parsons, daughter, of Thomas and Plesia Anne Parsons was born April 19, 1883 at Wheatland, Mo. and passed away at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Fern (Chester) Sparks near East Lynne April 21, 1956 after a lingering illness of many months.

She was united in marriage to John Milton Woolery on February 10, 1901 at Cross Timbers, Mo.  Many years of their later life was spent in the East Lynne vicinity where they celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in 1951 and Mr. Woolery departed this life on March 16, 1953.

Their eldest son, David, preceded them in death on July 13, 1948.

Left to mourn her passing are three daughters, Mrs. Dollie (Bert) Henry of Dallas, Tex.; Mrs. Maggie (G.S.) Crockett of Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Fern (Chester) Sparks of East Lynne and three sons, Eugene of Pleasant Hill; Homer of St. Charles, Ark., and Ray of the East Lynne community, thirteen grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and a host of friends.

Funeral services were April 23 at the East Lynne Baptist church, of which she was a faithful member, with Rev. Silas Roe of Pleasant Hill
officiating.  "Whispering Hope: and "Going Down the Valley" were sung by the Mennonite quartet.  Mrs. Herman Schindorff presided at the piano.

Casket bearers were grandsons, John D. Henry, Robert E. Woolery, Clifford R. Woolery, David Ross, Daniel Kayser and Kenneth Shippy.

Flowers girls were granddaughter, Mrs. Leighton Kayser, Mrs. Kenneth Shippy, Mrs. David Ross, Mrs. Johnnie Henry and Mrs. Robert Woolery.
Burial was in Rose Hill cemetery near Latour.

Relatives from a distance to attend were Mr. and Mrs. Bert Henry, Dallas, Tex., Mr. and Mrs. G.S. Crockett of Oklahoma City, Homer Woolery of St. Charles, Ark., Mr. and Mrs. Leighton Kayser and son of Willard, Ohio, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Shippy and son of Stillwell, Kan., and Mrs. George Bramham of Wagoner, Okla., a sister of the deceased.  Friends, extend sympathy to the family in the loss of their loved one.
Obituary-Cass County Democrat- May 3, 1956
Submitted by:  Nancy LaGore - ([email protected])

WILLIS AARON PERKINS

Willis Aaron Perkins, 87, passed away April 15, 2004 at the Hood River Care Center.

Willis was born March 22, 1917 in Baxter, Stone County, Missouri to Steven and Sarah Perkins. As a teenage, Willis moved to Southern Idaho where he met and married his wife of sixty-seven years, Wanda Johnson Perkins. After a few years in Idaho and Washington, they finally settled their family in the Parkdale area of Hood River County. Willis worked in the logging industry until his retirement in 1978. He spent his retirement years raising cattle on the family farm. He was also well known in his community for his large vegatable garden that he took great pleasure in sharing with family, friends and neighbors. Willis was an avid hunter and fisherman. He thoroughly enjoyed the family's annual hunting trips to Eastern Oregon and fishing trips to the Deschutes river.

Willis is survived by his wife Wanda, daughter Katherine and husband Joe Kowalski of Mill City, Oregon; daughter Mary and husband Bob Mahan of Scottsdale, Arizona; son Wayne and wife Melanie of Parkdale, Oregon and daughter Janet and husband Clay Elliott of Fairbanks, Alaska; brother Wilbert of Buhl, Idaho and sister Wilma of Arkansas; seventeen grandchildren, twenty seven great grandchildren and one great  great grandchild also survive.

Interment will be at Idlewild Cemetery followed by a reception at Anderson's Tribute Center.

The family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Association c/o Anderson's Tribute Center 1401 Belmont, Hood River, OR.
97031.

Contributed by Jan Elliotte, dau.  <[email protected]> 4/26/04.

Alfred Peters passed peacefully to his last long rest, at an early hour Friday morning, Oct. 1, one of the pioneer fathers of this section went to a well earned reward. He had been in a feeble condition for months, and gradually drooped away, from no particular ailment but that incident to a long, very busy and useful life. Uncle Alfred, as he was lovingly called by all who knew him personally, was born in Scott County Virginia Aug. 14, 1826 and reached the advanced age of 83 years, 1 month and 16 days. Back in Old Virginia he was first married to Catherine Grizzel, to which uion two children were born, one of whom Mrs. P. B. Gipson of Purdy survives. They came to Missouri in the early 50's, stopping one year in Indiana. His wife died soon after coming here, and he was again married Nov. 11, 1855 to Elleanor Hilton, who for nearly 54 years has been a fathful, loving companion bearing him nine children, six of whom survive with her to mourn the loss of his counsel and advice; namely; John, Franklin and Albert, Mrs Annie Neill, Mrs Mary Neill, all of this vicinity, and Mrs. Cordelia Cutbarth of Tulsa, Okla. There are 44 living grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren and other relatives. In fact there is hardly an old family in this neighborhood that was not related by blood or marriage to this worthy man. During the dark days of 61-65 he shouldered his gun and marched away to the front serving his country under the stars and stripes for three long years. In the 80's he was eleced presiding Judge of the county court serving the people so well that his term of office has since been looked upon by all parties as a criterion to go by in public affairs. He gave his heart to God at the early age of 17 uniting with the Baptist church, 28 years ago he united with the Methodist church, and his life has been consecrated to the service of the Master. He was ready for the call a long time simply waiting the Saviors bidding. His one fear was the sting of death and the Merciful Father took him home as gently as a babe goes to peaceful slumber. The funeral took place Saturday afternoon at the Christian Church, Rev. John Allman officiating, the church being crowded to overflowing with a vast concourse of people who desired to show respect to the remains of this Grand old Father in Israel, whose passing away is a distinct loss to not only his family and friends of this community, but the county and section of country over which his good influence spread. Burial was in Old Town Cemetery.

Contributed by Fae Jacobs, desc. Typewritten obit, no source or date.

   Mrs. Ellenore Peters, 92 years old, and a well known resident of this city, died at her home in South Town Friday mourning from the infirmities of old age. She was commonly known as Aunt Ellen, to the young and old alike in this community and the whole country-side, and was one of the lovable characters of the section. She came with her parents to the country from Old Virgina when whe was 5 years old. She remembered until her last days, incidents which occured on the two months trip from their old home to the Scholten community where her family settled. She was born August 14, 1836 and her parents were Mr. and Mrs. Enos Hilton, who were among the early settlers in this section and among the first of the large Hilton family which settled in this community. Her grandmother, the wife of Samuel Hilton., was a half sister of General Nataniel Green, of Revolutionary Var fame, and Mrs. Peters rememberd very distincly stories about the famous general. Mrs. Peters was marreid to judge alfred peters, November 11, 1855 and they were the parents of nine children, vive of whom are still living and who are: John Peters and Mrs. Annie Neill, of this community; Mrs. Mary Neill, Hominy, Oklal, Mrs. Cordelia Cutburth, Talequah, Okla.; and Albert Peters, Galena. She is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Jane Hemphill, of the Scholten community, and Newton Hilton, of Okla. She also leaves 32 grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. During her later years, Mrs. Peters liked to talk of her early days in this community, and to compare theold with the new.
One of her recollections was that ehwn she and her family located here that the greater part of the country was prarie. She saw a forest grow on the land, and during rencent years has seen it cleared away. The hillsides, she said were dotted with scrub oak, but there was no big timber. During the days when she was raising her family she made all the cloth which clothed her children. She assited in shearing the sheep, and carded the wool into rolls from which the cloth was woven. Later on as progress made its entry into the country and took her wool to a carding machine at Long's Mill, now Quail Spur, taking her children with her, whcih was a yearly event to which the children looked forward. She was noted for her hospitality, and members of her family say that there were very few days that vistorys were not in the Peters home for one or more meals. One of the favorite recollections of her grandchildren is that their grandmoth's table was always "set" ready to serve those who arrived hungry. She has lived in her Soiuth Town home for many years, and her home was always a favorite visitng place with people of the community. Funeral Serviceswere conducted Sunday afternoon by Rev. J. F. Allman at the Christian Church, and burial was in Old Town Cememtery.
Contributed by Fae Jacobs.Typewritten obit, no date or souce noted.

Contributed by Fae Jacobs. Typewritten obit, no date or souce noted.

Opal Alline [Allene] Pickering, 90, Springfield, departed from this place to be with the Lord at 4:55 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2001, in Maranatha Lodge Nursing Home.
 Opal was born April 13, 1911, daughter of Roland and Cordelia [Fox] Lee, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Paul D. Pickering, Sept. 20, 1980; two brothers, Archie and Verdie Lee; and two sisters, Dorothy Harp and Blanche DiGraci.
 Opal and Paul celebrated 51 years together with love and devotion for each other. She accepted the Lord as her Savior at the age of 13. She was a testimony to those who knew her, and she lived by faith and prayer.
 Opal was a homemaker and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a member of Hamlin Memorial Baptist church, and was active in all church activities.
 She will be missed by her beloved family and friends. “We shall weep no more but rejoice for we know she is with the Lord.” Her days on earth were well spent, her memories will be forever.
 Opal is survived by one son, Harld [Harold] E. Pickering, and a daughter, Freda Robertson and her husband, Leonard; five grandchildren, Janice Lynn Lowry and husband, Wayne, Terry Robertson and wife, Peggy, Christopher Robertson [adopted], , Gregory Pickering and Pamela Jaynes and husband Ed; eight great-grandchildren, Jeffrey, Richard and Jeanna Lowry, Jason and Mendy Jaynes, Kiley and Cory Robertson, and Kristen Robertson [dau. of Chris who is adopted]; one brother, John Lee and wife Enid; two sisters, Ruthe Davis and husband Glen, and Betty Scheinost and husband Floyd; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
 Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday, June 25, 2001, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North with the Revs. Calvin Maberry and Wayne Lowry officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
 Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home.

Published in the Springfield News Leader, June 2001; Contributed by: Jan Lowry
[Opal Allene Lee Pickering was born in Union City, MO the daughter of Roland Columbus Lee and Cordelia Ann Fox]

     He was born August 30, 1914 at Sedalia, MO to Fred Daniel and Mina Charlotte Gold-Pierce.
He is survived by his wife Doris; daughter, Penny Scally; sons, Dennis, Terry and Andrew Pierce; 13 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
      The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at his church, 7709 Bardstown Rd., with burial to follow in Lebanon (KY) National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at family-owned Fern Creek Funeral Home, 5406 Bardstown Rd.
     Published in The Courier-Journal on 10/12/2003
Contributed by Paula Doyle-Bicket <[email protected]>