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Saturday, April 08, 2017MDOC, until his retirement in 2005.He enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving from 1963 to 1967 during the Vietnam War. After basic training in San Antonio, he was stationed at Perrin AFB, Denison, Texas, from 1963 to 1966 when he was transferred to Tainan AFB, Taiwan, serving with the PACAF until October 1967, when he received an honorable discharge. He attained the rank of Sergeant and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal.Steve served as Mayor of St. Martins from 1986 until 1991, during which time he acted as Master of Ceremonies for the dedication of the relocation of Highway 50 through St. Martins. He served as Mayor again from 1993 until 1995. He also served two terms on the City Council and was Chairman of St. Martins Board of Adjustments. He was also a Committee Chairman with the St. Martins Bicentennial Commission from 1974 until 1976.He was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church; a charter member of St. Martin Knights of Columbus Council No. 7194; a former member of the 4th Degree, Knights of Columbus, Dan C. Coppin Assembly No. 573. He was also a member of the American Legion, Roscoe Enloe Post 5; a member of the Mid-Mo Old Car Club; a lifetime Missouri Conservation Partner; and a member of the National Rifle Association. He also had served as president and secretary of Apache Flats Lions Club, president of St. Martin Home and School Association, and was a member of the Board of Directors of the Jefferson City Jaycees.He enjoyed retreating to the Lake on summer weekends, boating and fishing. Steve also liked hunting and golfing, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Chiefs. He thoroughly loved watching his grandchildren participate in sporting activities. Most importantly, he cherished his time with his family and friends.One of his most enjoyable activities was traveling to the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby on the First Saturday of May (winning some and losing more), for many years to visit special friends, Richard and Joy Hartlage, and their family, of L...
Monday, January 23, 2017Chowning, 65, of Memphis, Missouri went to heaven on Monday, December 19, 2016 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri after a three year battle with lung cancer.Tanya was born August 29, 1951 in Denison, Iowa to Harold Dale and Beverly Jean (Habenicht) Gore. As a young child she grew up with her four siblings in sunny Miami, Florida. Tanya and her siblings spent many hours cracking coconuts, eating guava and playing at the city park. Their parents never knew who they might bring home from the park for a visit!She married Michael Kerkmann from Omaha, Nebraska in 1967 and from this union three children were born. On June 7, 1996 she married James Everett Chowning at her parent’s home in Crawford, Missouri. Tanya loved being with people. She was the manager/owner of Spence’s Tavern for many years and also enjoyed working as a CNA while living in Omaha. Tanya’s children and grandchildren were her greatest joy. She attended the First Baptist Church in Memphis, Missouri.She is survived by her husband of the home; her parents, Harold and Beverly Gore of Memphis, Missouri; two sons, Robbie Kerkmann and wife, Jenny, and Jason Kerkmann and a daughter, Kim Kerkmann, all of Memphis, Missouri; two...
Monday, January 09, 2017This year's honorees also include the social workers of the school district:Patricia Camia-Cass, George Washington Elementary School.Andrea Cooper, Lincoln-Titus Elementary School.Denise Denison, Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School.Carmen Diaz, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.Beth Luft, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.Dawn Pellegrino, Lakeland High School.Angela Perales, Walter Panas High School.Katherine Rodefeld, Van Cortlandtville Elementary School.Kate Schiff, Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School.Lynn Uchetel, Walter Panas High School.Michael Weitman, Walter Panas High School."We are grateful and excited to receive this incredible honor from the Lakeland Education Foundation," the group said in the news release."The statement 'It takes a village' could not be truer. Due to the support and generosity of the LEF we have been able to further enhance the educational and social-emotional success of the students that we serve. We look forward to our continued collaboration with the Lakeland Education Foundation."Tickets for the event are $95 and can be reserved by emailing lef@lakelandschools.org. Sponsorship and ad opportunities are also available: get details in the attachments at the bottom of the "Events" page, on the LEF's website.There is also a form for donating items to the event's silent auction, and the website also lists the foundation's grant recipients over the last year.To keep up with the LEF, follow it on Facebook.
Monday, November 21, 2016Alday would be remembered for the deep commitment he showed to his community."He made some mistakes in his career, but he was a good man who had Walls at heart," current Walls Mayor Patti Denison said."He was always loyal to his town and to his county in every legislative vote he made, just as he was when he was mayor of Walls," added former state Rep. Pat Nelson, one of those defeated along with Alday.State Rep. Dan Eubanks of Walls, who replaced Alday in the District 25 seat, expressed condolences on his Facebook page."It is with sadness that I post that the city of Walls, and the state of Mississippi has lost a true public servant today," Eubanks wrote Monday. "Gene Alday passed away last night. Gene served as our Walls Police Chief, Mayor, and ultimately the State Representative for all the residents of District 25. My prayers go out to all of Gene's family and friends this morning."Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oakwood Cemetery near Tunica. Memorial Funeral Home of Tunica has charge.Read or Share this story: http://on.thec-l.com/2e1tuco...
Monday, November 07, 2016Carolyn Phillips; grandson, Christopher Scott Butler; parents, George and Sarah Phillips; four brothers and four sisters.Mr. Phillips is survived by five daughters, Kim Lane (Nick), Julia Wright (Denison), Debbie Lane, Marcia Tucker (Ricky), and Mona Tucker; two sons, Frankie Phillips (Paula) and Jeff Neisler (Lisa); sister, Mary Payne; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.Pallbearers will be Allen Phillips, Phillip Tucker, John Rose, Nicholas Phillips, Brandon Phillips, Brad Butler, Daniel Butler, and Sean Neisler; honorary pallbearer will be Kaleb Phillips.You are invited to leave condolences at www.elkinsfuneralhome.com.
Monday, October 17, 2016Jill Marie Doll died peacefully in Denison, TX, on October 8, 2016, at the age of 69. Jill is survived by her father, Andrew Townsend of East Lansing, MI, and wife, Carol; brother, Dr. Lee Townsend of East Lansing, MI, and wife, Marilyn; son, Christian Doll of Mansfield, TX, and wife, Jennifer; and grandson, Jackson Doll of Mansfield, TX. She is preceded in death by mother, Joanna Townsend; and brother, Terry Townsend. Jill was born on March 20, 1947, in San Antonio, TX, and was raised in Lansing, MI. She moved to Texas and eventually settled in Arlington, TX. Jill welcomed one child into her home and set about teaching him to be loyal and work hard. Her son remembers her as a mother who always loved him unconditionally and who encouraged him to pursue his goals. Jill was a talented crafter and often could be found working on a new project. She enjoyed fellowship and spent many happy hours with friends and family while she was shopping, playing cards or Bingo, or having a margarita. She was a generous individual who t...
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Saturday, April 08, 2017MDOC, until his retirement in 2005.He enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving from 1963 to 1967 during the Vietnam War. After basic training in San Antonio, he was stationed at Perrin AFB, Denison, Texas, from 1963 to 1966 when he was transferred to Tainan AFB, Taiwan, serving with the PACAF until October 1967, when he received an honorable discharge. He attained the rank of Sergeant and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal.Steve served as Mayor of St. Martins from 1986 until 1991, during which time he acted as Master of Ceremonies for the dedication of the relocation of Highway 50 through St. Martins. He served as Mayor again from 1993 until 1995. He also served two terms on the City Council and was Chairman of St. Martins Board of Adjustments. He was also a Committee Chairman with the St. Martins Bicentennial Commission from 1974 until 1976.He was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church; a charter member of St. Martin Knights of Columbus Council No. 7194; a former member of the 4th Degree, Knights of Columbus, Dan C. Coppin Assembly No. 573. He was also a member of the American Legion, Roscoe Enloe Post 5; a member of the Mid-Mo Old Car Club; a lifetime Missouri Conservation Partner; and a member of the National Rifle Association. He also had served as president and secretary of Apache Flats Lions Club, president of St. Martin Home and School Association, and was a member of the Board of Directors of the Jefferson City Jaycees.He enjoyed retreating to the Lake on summer weekends, boating and fishing. Steve also liked hunting and golfing, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Chiefs. He thoroughly loved watching his grandchildren participate in sporting activities. Most importantly, he cherished his time with his family and friends.One of his most enjoyable activities was traveling to the Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby on the First Saturday of May (winning some and losing more), for many years to visit special friends, Richard and Joy Hartlage, and their family, of L...
Monday, January 23, 2017Chowning, 65, of Memphis, Missouri went to heaven on Monday, December 19, 2016 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri after a three year battle with lung cancer.Tanya was born August 29, 1951 in Denison, Iowa to Harold Dale and Beverly Jean (Habenicht) Gore. As a young child she grew up with her four siblings in sunny Miami, Florida. Tanya and her siblings spent many hours cracking coconuts, eating guava and playing at the city park. Their parents never knew who they might bring home from the park for a visit!She married Michael Kerkmann from Omaha, Nebraska in 1967 and from this union three children were born. On June 7, 1996 she married James Everett Chowning at her parent’s home in Crawford, Missouri. Tanya loved being with people. She was the manager/owner of Spence’s Tavern for many years and also enjoyed working as a CNA while living in Omaha. Tanya’s children and grandchildren were her greatest joy. She attended the First Baptist Church in Memphis, Missouri.She is survived by her husband of the home; her parents, Harold and Beverly Gore of Memphis, Missouri; two sons, Robbie Kerkmann and wife, Jenny, and Jason Kerkmann and a daughter, Kim Kerkmann, all of Memphis, Missouri; two...
Monday, January 09, 2017This year's honorees also include the social workers of the school district:Patricia Camia-Cass, George Washington Elementary School.Andrea Cooper, Lincoln-Titus Elementary School.Denise Denison, Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School.Carmen Diaz, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School.Beth Luft, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.Dawn Pellegrino, Lakeland High School.Angela Perales, Walter Panas High School.Katherine Rodefeld, Van Cortlandtville Elementary School.Kate Schiff, Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School.Lynn Uchetel, Walter Panas High School.Michael Weitman, Walter Panas High School."We are grateful and excited to receive this incredible honor from the Lakeland Education Foundation," the group said in the news release."The statement 'It takes a village' could not be truer. Due to the support and generosity of the LEF we have been able to further enhance the educational and social-emotional success of the students that we serve. We look forward to our continued collaboration with the Lakeland Education Foundation."Tickets for the event are $95 and can be reserved by emailing lef@lakelandschools.org. Sponsorship and ad opportunities are also available: get details in the attachments at the bottom of the "Events" page, on the LEF's website.There is also a form for donating items to the event's silent auction, and the website also lists the foundation's grant recipients over the last year.To keep up with the LEF, follow it on Facebook.
Monday, November 21, 2016Alday would be remembered for the deep commitment he showed to his community."He made some mistakes in his career, but he was a good man who had Walls at heart," current Walls Mayor Patti Denison said."He was always loyal to his town and to his county in every legislative vote he made, just as he was when he was mayor of Walls," added former state Rep. Pat Nelson, one of those defeated along with Alday.State Rep. Dan Eubanks of Walls, who replaced Alday in the District 25 seat, expressed condolences on his Facebook page."It is with sadness that I post that the city of Walls, and the state of Mississippi has lost a true public servant today," Eubanks wrote Monday. "Gene Alday passed away last night. Gene served as our Walls Police Chief, Mayor, and ultimately the State Representative for all the residents of District 25. My prayers go out to all of Gene's family and friends this morning."Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oakwood Cemetery near Tunica. Memorial Funeral Home of Tunica has charge.Read or Share this story: http://on.thec-l.com/2e1tuco...
Monday, November 07, 2016Carolyn Phillips; grandson, Christopher Scott Butler; parents, George and Sarah Phillips; four brothers and four sisters.Mr. Phillips is survived by five daughters, Kim Lane (Nick), Julia Wright (Denison), Debbie Lane, Marcia Tucker (Ricky), and Mona Tucker; two sons, Frankie Phillips (Paula) and Jeff Neisler (Lisa); sister, Mary Payne; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends.Pallbearers will be Allen Phillips, Phillip Tucker, John Rose, Nicholas Phillips, Brandon Phillips, Brad Butler, Daniel Butler, and Sean Neisler; honorary pallbearer will be Kaleb Phillips.You are invited to leave condolences at www.elkinsfuneralhome.com.
Monday, October 17, 2016Jill Marie Doll died peacefully in Denison, TX, on October 8, 2016, at the age of 69. Jill is survived by her father, Andrew Townsend of East Lansing, MI, and wife, Carol; brother, Dr. Lee Townsend of East Lansing, MI, and wife, Marilyn; son, Christian Doll of Mansfield, TX, and wife, Jennifer; and grandson, Jackson Doll of Mansfield, TX. She is preceded in death by mother, Joanna Townsend; and brother, Terry Townsend. Jill was born on March 20, 1947, in San Antonio, TX, and was raised in Lansing, MI. She moved to Texas and eventually settled in Arlington, TX. Jill welcomed one child into her home and set about teaching him to be loyal and work hard. Her son remembers her as a mother who always loved him unconditionally and who encouraged him to pursue his goals. Jill was a talented crafter and often could be found working on a new project. She enjoyed fellowship and spent many happy hours with friends and family while she was shopping, playing cards or Bingo, or having a margarita. She was a generous individual who t...
