BOBBY MARIE FELDER
Barbara Marie Felder, 60, wishes to announce that she has changed her address. She now has a permanent address after years and years of moving as a pilgrim from place to place on this earth. As of April 8, 2002, Bobby's new address is Paradise, or, as is more commonly known, Heaven.
Bobby was born to Gordon and Dorathy Storlie on Feb. 15, 1942, in Minneapolis, MN. She was their second daughter and one of four children.
The Storlie family moved to San Francisco, CA when Bobby was 15. Bobby attended Mission High School in San Francisco. She and her family were active members of the Methodist Church. She gave her heart and soul to the Lord Jesus during a Billy Graham Revival at the Cow Palace in South San Francisco when she was 16 years old.
Bobby met Ron Ortlip in the youth group activities of the church. They dated for several years and then were married. Ron enlisted in the United States Air Force just after his graduation from high school. They moved to numerous places around the country due to his commitment to serving his country. They had three sons: Jeffrey Jon, Gregory Gordon and Jason Dean. Ron attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. His M.O.S. (Military Occupational Service) was in the Pharmacy of each post where he served.
Ron contracted cancer while service at an Air Force Base in Idaho. His untimely death left a young family struggling to deal with life's strange and horrific challenges. Bobby moved her family back to the Bay Area of California. She bought a house and settled in San Jose, CA, to raise her three sons. Her mother, father, her sisters and her brothers as well as all of their friends lived in that area.
Bobby met Dale Felder in September of 1969 in Livermore, CA. They dated for a year and were married in 1970. Dale was a veteran. He had served his country in the United States Army in South Viet Nam. They had a daughter, Gretchen Amy. In June of 1972 the family experienced a revival. They began to attend Piedmont Hills Church.
They all committed and/or recommitted their lives to serving the Lord Jesus. Their Christian adventure took off from that point. The combined family lived in San Jose until the Lord moved them to Mill Valley, CA.
Dale completed his studies at San Jose State University and started his ministerial studies at Golden Gate Theological Seminary in Mill Valley. During this time in the families' life Bobby had been taking art correspondence courses and she enrolled in college classes in the Art Department.
Dale attained his Master of Divinity in 1978 and Bobby was awarded the degree of “Putting Hubby Through” at the same time.
The family moved to San Mateo, CA to begin their ministry at Shoreview Baptist Church. Bobby continued to paint and to work with various crafts.
The Lord moved the family to El Dorado Springs in 1979. They settled into their lives in that community. Bobby became a C.N.A. in Obstetrics at Cedar County Memorial Hospital. She later learned the craft of taking X-Rays. She became a Certified X-Ray Technologist and she went on the become an Ultrasound Stenographer. She loved her work and she loved helping people. The people she worked with at Cedar County Memorial Hospital called her “The Hair Girl.” They were never too sure what hairdo she would have each morning, nor were they sure what hair color she would have that day.
Bobby, her mother and Gretchen started a yarn shop in 1984. They called it Kit and Kaboodle. Her mother, Dorathy, moved on to live in eternity and paradise the first year of it's operation. Bobby and Gretchen continued to work in the shop until it closed in 1987. It was then that Bobby turned to developing yet another creative outlet.
The creation of porcelain dolls became almost an obsession for Bobby in the late 80's. She started the craft as a hobby after seeing what her sister, Shary, was doing with dolls. Doll making soon developed into a full fledged business. She started teaching classes and displaying her handiwork. Bobby operated a Doll Factory out of the family home in El Dorado Springs.
It was during this time period that Bobby was diagnosed with Lupus and Fibromyalgia. She no longer had the ability to work as an X-ray Technical or as an Ultrasound Stenographer. She had to retire from that work, but her creative work with the dolls kept her going. Despite terrible pain throughout her body she kept creating dolls and their clothing. She continued to work through her pain on something that gave her exceptional delight until she was no longer able to physically handle the doll molds, the heavy items and the strain on her hands when she sculpted the dolls. It hurt her in more ways than anyone can every imagine to quit working with her dolls. She did continue to display her dolls throughout her home and in Dale's office.
Bobby and Dale had been ministering to and through the First Christian Church of Osceola.
There was pain in everyone's heart as they watched her give up each of her creative outlets. It hurt her terribly to not be able to work with her dolls, but she changed to quilting, painting and pastel chalk. It was a blow to her when she could not use any of those talents. Bobby was preceded in death by her father and mother, Gordon and Dorathy Storlie, and her younger brother, John Storlie. She is survived by her husband, Dale Felder; her children and her grandchildren: Jeffrey, Sue and Travis Ortlip-Folsom-CA; Gregory, Donna and Brittany Ortlip-Pacific, MO; Jason, Georgia and Heather and Joshua Ortlip-Nevada and Gretchen and Tessa Bridges-Clinton. She is survived by her two sisters and their husbands and families: Sharyn and Robert Otte and Sandy and Roy Judkins and their respective children. Bobby had numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. She is survived by her best friend and sister-in-the-Lord, Chris Watts. All of her family, church family and friends will deeply miss her. She has left a large space in their hearts that is filled with precious memory.
Services were Friday, April 12, in the First Christian Church, Osceola, with Rev. Jack Daniel and Rev. Peter Chei officiating. Music was by Kathy Brown, soloist and Mary Beth Greathouse, accompanist. Casketbearers were Jason Ortlip, Jeffrey Ortlip, Gregory Ortlip, Don Bridges, Bob Otte and Willis Bearder. Honorary casketbearers were Joshua Ortlip and Travis Ortlip. Interment was in the El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under the direction of the Sheldon-Goodrich Funeral Home.
JIMMIE R. WOODLING
Jimmie R. Woodling, 72, Milo, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 12, 2002, at St. John's Regional Medical Center, Joplin, following a short illness. He was born Nov. 27,1929, in Jerico Springs, to James W. Woodling and Lula Beydler Woodling. He married Joanne Henning on Oct. 23, 1973, in Nevada. She survives of the home.
Mr. Woodling was born and raised in the Jerico Springs area. He graduated from Stockton High School. He served in the U. S. Army from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed in Korea and Alaska during that time. He was employed by Nevada State Hospital for 19 years until his retirement in 1973. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors in addition to his wife, Joanne; include three sons - Russell Woodling - International Falls, MN; James Woodling - Emporia, KS and Roy Woodling - Cameron; two daughters - Leanna Kirby - Emporia, KS and Sheryl Rhodes - Pensacola, FL; three stepsons - John Bozworth - Nevada; Randy Murphy - Milo and Larry Murphy - Kansas City; 13 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and one brother, LeRoy Woodling - Holts Summit. He was preceded in death by one brother, Clarence Wolf.
Services began at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, with Rev. Terry Mosher officiating- Interment followed in Milo Cemetery. Friends called until the hour of service
Memorials may be given to the Salvation Army in care of Ferry Funeral Home.
NADINE HOOVER
Nadine Hoover, 73, passed away on May 9, 2002. She was born on January 4, 1929, to John and Marjorie Sibley, El Dorado Springs. She was a life long member of the Union Hall Baptist Church.
Nadine married Dale Hoover on June 19, 1948, in El Dorado Springs.
Survivors in addition to her husband of 53 years, Dale, include one daughter, Pat Bess, Columbia; two sons, Gary Hoover - Wentzville and Dennis Hoover - Englewood, CO; six grandchildren - Amy Marbel, Kim Neely, Laura Castaneda, Angela Hoover, Mark Hoover and John Hoover and one great-grandchild. Other survivors include her four brothers - Ronald Sibley, Orville Sibley and Wilmer Sibley all of El Dorado Springs and Wayne Sibley - Elko, NV; one sister, Elinor McCann - Yakima, WA and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were held on Monday May 13, at the Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Don Palmer officiating. Musical selections were provided by Ruth Brown. Internment was in the Clintonville Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were David Sibley, Kirk Sibley, Bobby Budd, Larry Hoover, Allen Hoover and Ronnie Whitesell. Honorary pallbearers were Chuck Sibley, Dean Kenney, Robert Kenney and Lynden Kenney.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association in care of the funeral home.
RONALD WAYNE GRAHAM
Ronald Wayne Graham, 69, El Dorado Springs, passed away in Reno, NV, on May 4, 2002, at the home of his daughter. He was born Nov. 29, 1932, the son of Allen Wayne Graham and Evelyn (Jackson) Graham.
Upon graduation in 1950 from El Dorado Springs High School, Wayne worked for the Dept. of Interior as a surveyor. He served in the U.S. Army as an engineer in the topographical battalion. Wayne resided in Kansas City for several years, where he was the owner of a lawn maintenance business.
He retired in El Dorado Springs in 1999, with Char, his beloved wife of 23 years, who preceded him in death in April, 2001.
Wayne loved to golf, rain or shine and was happiest when he was working outdoors. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Lions of El Dorado Springs.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte M. Graham, his father, Allen Wayne; and brother, James Richard Graham.
Wayne is survived by his mother, Evelyn Eslinger; daughter, Debra Hamilton; step-children, Glenn White and Nancy Harper; grandchildren, Jason Hamilton, Brian White, Eric White, Kristi McCoy and Melissa Price; sisters, Mildred Oakes and Mary Ann Phelps; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Additionally, he left many close friends he considered to be his family.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Cremation is in Reno, NV. A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, June 1 at Sheldon's Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Wayne's memory to Hospice of Nevada, MO or to Circle of Life Hospice, 1575 Delucchi Lane, #214, Reno, NV 89502
LOIS M. FRANCIS
Lois M. Francis, 85, was born Oct. 5, 1916, near Roscoe, in St. Clair County, daughter of Clyde W. and Adah F. Porter Rickman, and passed from this life May 5, 2002.
At the age of nine years, she accepted Christ as her Savior at Roscoe Christian Church, later moving her membership to Pape Christian Church while living at Tiffin.
On July 23, 1935 she was united in marriage to John E. Bozarth. Two children were born to this union, Alice Joan and Ray Edward. After being deserted by her first husband when the children were small, Lois devoted her life to the loving and rearing of her children.
On April 29, 1960, she married John T. Whitley, who preceded her in death in 1973.
On March 31, 1975, she was united in marriage to L. Ray Francis who passed away in September 2000.
Lois was also preceded in death by a granddaughter-in-law, Beth Wilham McPeak and a great-great-grandson, Ethan James Madden.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Joan and Howard McPeak; her son and daughter-in-law, Ray and Judy Bozarth; two step-daughters, Velda Faye King and Minnie Lee Swopes - El Dorado Springs; three step-sons, George Ray Francis, and his wife, Vergie Fay - El Dorado Springs, Jim Francis - Kansas City and Jerry Francis and his wife, Glenda - Grand Junction, CO; six grandsons and two granddaughters with their companions; 15 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. Lois always considered her step-children and grandchildren a big part of her family and dearly loved all 13 step-grandchildren, 11 step-great-grandchildren and two step-great-great-granddaughters. She is also survived by cousins and a host of neighbors and friends.
Lois' life always centered around her church and family. She was the pianist at Roscoe Christian Church, Tiffin Baptist Church and Pape Christian Church at different times during her lifetime. She learned to play the organ and continued to play at Pape Christian Church until shortly before her death. Lois was a special person, such a loving mother and grandmother and helpful neighbor. She will be greatly missed.
Services were held Thursday, May 9, in Sheldon Chapel with Bro. Brent Bozarth, Bro. Sherm Nichols and Bro. Jon Caudle officiating.
Music was “Build My Mansion” sung by Erik Gallette and “Some Call It Heaven” and “I Call It Home” sung by Lloyd Casteel.
Casketbearers were Donnie Fletcher, Jason Burchett, Wendell Burchett, Elmer Abbott, Rick Knight, and Ves Swopes.
Honorary Casketbearers were Orville Taylor, Lloyd Casteel, Larry Nichols and Connie Abbott. Interment was in El Dorado Springs City Cemetery under direction of Sheldon Funeral Home, El Dorado Springs.
VIOLET A. NORMAN
Violet A. Norman, 98, of El Dorado Springs, passed away at 7:45 a.m., Monday, May 13, 2002, at Community Springs Care Center. She was born on Jan. 29, 1904, in Cedar County, the daughter of Helena Maslen Dillsaver and Fred Dillsaver.
Violet was united in marriage to Otha Loy Norman on Nov. 18, 1922. He preceded her in death on Oct. 12, 1965.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; a brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Marie Dillsaver; one son, James L. Norman; two grandsons, Rickie Bailey and David Norman; one granddaughter, Mary Ellen Norman; and one step-grandson, Stephen Patterson.
Survivors include her three sons - Gene Norman - El Dorado Springs, Fred Norman, and his wife, Sarah Lee - San Jose, CA and Wayne Norman, and his wife, Saundra - Springfield; two daughters, Lorene Bailey, and her husband, Lane - Independence and Ruth Pearce, and her husband, Andy - Springfield. Twenty-five grandchildren - Linda Cartwright, Barbara Johnson, Judy Bailey, Darrell Bailey, Ronnie Bailey, Kathy Berning, Scott Norman, Donnie Norman, Bill Norman, Betty Homan, Carol Norman, Edward Norman, Todd Norman, Kevin Norman, Phillip Norman, Laura Norman, Mike Norman, Roy Norman, Hal Norman, Pat Norman, Trudy Buchanan, Angelia Patterson, Stephanie Padillo, Alan Pearce and Colan Pearce and a host of great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Norman was a life-long resident of Cedar County, having lived on a farm south of Cedar Springs until moving to El Dorado Springs in 1963. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed making quilts and spending time with her family. She will be truly missed.
Services began at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 at the Hackleman Chapel with Rev. James Coleman officiating. Musical selections were provided by Faith Trussell. Interment was in the Hackleman Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Ronnie Bailey, Darrell Bailey, Scott Norman, Colan Pearce, Donnie Norman, Mike Norman, Roy Norman, Hal Norman and Alan Pearce.
JOHN F. REEDER
John F. Reeder, 54, of Bayou Vista, TX, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2002, at U.T.M.B. in Galveston. Mr. Reeder was born on March 22, 1948, in Galveston, TX. He was a machinist for Amoco.
Survivors include his close friend, Mary Pena - Galveston; two sisters, Sharon Reeder - Texas City, TX and Delphia Gabriles - Lake Jackson, TX; nieces and nephews, Glenda Muir and her husband, Gilbert, Gary Gabriles and wife, Donna, Jerel Gabriles and his wife, Charlotte, and Lorie Copus and her husband, Dennis.
Services were held on Monday afternoon, May 13 at the Hackleman Chapel with Rev. Doug Houdyshell officiating. Interment was in the Love Cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman and Sons Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Gilbert Muir, Gary Gabriles, Jerel Gabriles, Cam Hackleman, John Taylor and Curtis Gilbert.
