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Carol Jean (Sandstrom) Hines

(Dec 31, 1942 - May 16, 2024)

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Well known in Novinger Carol Sandstrom Hines passed away unexpectedly Thursday, May 16, 2024 at her home.

She was born Dec. 31, 1942 the daughter of Charles and Hada Sandstrom of Novinger. In 1967 Carol was united in marriage to Clifford Hines. Two children were born Mike Hines & Sherry Darling.

Carol is survived by son Mike and Tina Hines of Brashear. Daughter Sherry Darling and husband Mike of Kirksville. Seven grandchildren, Cierra Kelly & husband Dusty. Lizzy, Ben, Jacob and wife Jostlin, Rachel, Sarah, and Leah Darling. Five Great Grandchildren Paisley, Hulon, Waylon, Grayson, and Stetson Kelly. One brother Mike (Butch) Sandstrom and wife Linda of Novinger. Nephew Ray Dean Sandstrom and wife Gayla of Novinger. Nephews David and Gary Hines. Nieces Rene, Teresa, and Debbie Garcia. Great Nephew Christopher Sandstrom.

Carol was preceded in death by her husband Clifford of 51 years. Her parents Charles & Hada Sandstrom ...

Bobby Gale Salsberry

(Dec 20, 1956 - May 15, 2024)

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Bobby Gale Salsberry, 67 of Novinger, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, May 15, 2024 at his home.

The son of Edwin and Margie (Davis) Salsberry he was born December 20, 1956 just a minute or two after his twin brother Billy Dale Salsberry in Novinger, Missouri.

Bobby is survived by his sisters, Janice Frost of Stahl, MO, Barbara Burke of Baring, MO; and his brothers, Eddie Salsberry of Kirksville, MO, Billy Salsberry and wife Carol of Queen City, MO, and Frankie Salsberry of Novinger, MO.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, three brothers, four sisters, aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces.

Bobby was a lifelong resident of Novinger where he received his education, graduating from Novinger R-I High School. While in high school, Bobby won many creative writing awards. Bobby worked twenty-five years at Florsheim Shoe Factory, thirty years at Leisure World Lanes, and twenty years at ...

Mary Lee (Stoneking) Gardner

(Mar 21, 1928 - May 14, 2024)

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Mary Lee “Stoneking” Gardner, 96 of Davenport, Iowa, formerly of Greentop, Mo, passed away at her home on May 14, 2024.

Born March 21, 1928, in Cantril, Iowa. Mary was the daughter of the late Marvin and Flossie (Pettit) Stoneking. Mary was united in marriage to the late Richard Eugene “Gene” Gardner on August 26, 1946, in La Plata, Missouri. He preceded her in death on January 18, 2018. They were married 71 years.

Mary is survived by four sons and two daughters-in-law Bill and Diana Gardner, David Gardner, Richard A. Gardner and Steven and Donna Gardner, all of Davenport, Iowa. She had eleven grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild, Sisters-in law Betty Eitel, Martha Woods, Rose Stoneking, brother and sister-in-law John and Weise Gardner, as well as, a number of nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, two sons Michael and one ...

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Peggy Ann (Noel) Harker

(Jun 09, 1944 - May 07, 2024)

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Peggy Ann (Noel) Harker, 79, of Kirksville, MO passed away on Tuesday May 7, 2024 at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

The daughter of Henderson and Arminta (Crabtree) Noel, she was born in Greentop, Missouri on June 9, 1944. On October 6, 1962, she was united in marriage to Harold W. (Bill) Harker. To this union three daughters were born, Kimberley (Larry) Gibson, Tamera (Jammie) Hogan, and Teresa (Mike) Sullivan Jr.

She was preceded in ...

Jack Robert Wood

(Feb 20, 1934 - May 04, 2024)

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Jack Robert Wood, 90, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at his daughters home surrounded by his loving family.

Born February 20, 1934 in Unionville, Missouri, Jack was the late son of Floyd Ross and Mabel (Trent) Wood. On February 25, 1956 in Pollock, Missouri, Jack was united in marriage to Alberta Lawson who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Cathy Creason; one brother, Daymond ...

Helen Earlene (Duffey) Baumgartner

(Mar 08, 1950 - Apr 27, 2024)

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With sadness in our hearts, the family of Helen Earlene (Duffey) Baumgartner announces her passing on Saturday, April 27, 2024, following a lengthy battle with Cancer.

Born March 8, 1950 in Kirksville, Missouri, the youngest of five children, Helen was the daughter of the late George and Helen (West) Duffey. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by one brother, Mack Duffey; and one sister, Mary (Duffey) Montgomery.

Helen lived her entire ...

Joanna Mary (Johnson) Hays

(Mar 18, 1940 - Apr 25, 2024)

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Joanna Mary (Johnson) Hays, 84, of Columbia, Missouri, formerly of Kirksville, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at South Hampton Place in Columbia.

Born March 18, 1940 in Kirksville, Missouri, Joanna was the only child of the late George and Helen Johnson. In 1959 Joanna was united in marriage to Larry Hays who preceded her in death in 1977.

Joanna is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Sherri and Mike Conyers of Columbia, MO; one ...

Brian Duane Beaty

(Jun 15, 1970 - Apr 24, 2024)

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Brian Duane Beaty, 53, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at his home under Hospice care and surrounded by his family.

Born June 15, 1970 in Topeka, Kansas, Brian was the son of the late Melvin and Wanda (Zirkle) Beaty. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Parker Douglas Sizemore, and one niece, Shantell Rose.

Brian is survived by his wife Tonya Beaty of thirty years; one son Zachary Beaty ...

Mary Ellen (Wheeler) Baugher

(Oct 30, 1960 - Apr 22, 2024)

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Mary Ellen (Wheeler) Baugher. 63 of Milan, Missouri, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 22, 2024 at the University Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Born October 30, 1960 in Kirksville, Missouri, Mary was the daughter of the late Joel Elmer and Mildred Ellen (Selby) Wheeler. She was also preceded in death by one brother, David Wheeler.

Mary is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jon and Nancy Baugher of Kirksville, MO; one daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie ...

Charles Lewis "Charlie" Daniels

(Jun 06, 1953 - Apr 21, 2024)

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Charles Lewis Daniels, 70, of Kirksville, Missouri, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 at his home in Kirksville.

Born June 6, 1953 in Kirksville, Missouri, Charles Lewis was the only son of Charles Junior and Verneta (Nations) Daniels. Charles was preceded in death by his father Charles and his sister, Sandra Karen Martin.

Charles is survived by his mother, Verneta Daniels of Novinger, MO; his sister, Sherl Venzor of Novinger, MO; his brother-in-law, Danny Martin ...