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James Browning Norris
James B. Norris the son of Kenneth E. and Edith (Bryant) Norris was born in Logan County, West Virginia; Jimmy Lee Norris of Summersville, MO; two daughters, Sheryl Ann Norris of West Virginia; a host of nieces and nephews.
Memorial Services will be held at the Norris family home Rt 1 Box 1871 Summersville on Saturday, September 22, 2007 at 12 Noon. The ashes will be interred at a later date in Glengary, Bradford Funeral Home
Linda Murline Payne
Linda Murline Payne the daughter of William Murl Johnson and Edna Mae
Leach Johnson was born January 3, 1950 in Holcomb, Missouri making her age 57 years.
Linda was united in marriage to Harvey Don Payne January 7, 1972 making their union together 22 years before he passed away in 1994. To Linda and Don's union two children were born, Michelle and Clayton Murl.
Linda enjoyed working at the Rawlins's Factory when the family lived in Licking, MO. Due to ill health she had moved to West Plains to be near her family.
She is preceded in death by her husband Don Payne, one nephew Jeremy Darl Johnson; and one niece Terri Suzette Johnson Green . Linda is survived by her children, daughter Michelle Varnell and husband Patrick; son Clayton Murl Payne; three grandchildren, Shane, Jordan and Hannah Varnell; her parents, Murl and Edna Johnson, and one brother Terry Johnson all of the West Plains, MO area.
Services were held Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at 2:00 Pm at Bradford Funeral Home of Summersville.
Jeremiah Hughes-Stringer
Jeremiah Eugene Hughes-Stringer the son of Melody Renee Stringer and Jeffrey Alan Hughes was born May 31, 2002 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, MO. Jeremiah went to Heaven, Thursday, September 20th, 2007, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, MO making his age 5 years 3 months and 19 days.
Jeremiah attended Eminence Grade School, he was in Mrs. Tammie's kindergarten class. He was proud of his stars that he earned at school for good behavior. His favorite past times were riding his bicycle, playing Power Rangers and Spider Man, acting like a hero. He loved to fish with his Papa Doug.
Jeremiah is preceded in death by his uncle Jeffrey Stringer, great grandparents, Jeff and Eva Stringer, Raymond and Ruby Rose.
Jeremiah is survived by his mother Melody Stringer of Eminence, MO; father Jeffrey Alan Hughes of the State of Bradford Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Steelman officiating. Interment was in Antioch Cemetery under the care of Missouri State University in Springfield, MO and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education in December 1985. Karen graduated from Southwest Baptist University in July 1996 with a Master of Science Degree in Education. Karen was a member of the Christian Church in Winona, MO until she became a member of the First Baptist Church in Eminence, MO.
Karen taught at Winona Elementary School for 20 years. She had an unconditional love for all children; she treated every child as if they were her own. She was a positive influence for all children, parents and faculty. Karen touched so many lives through her teaching. Karen was a loving spouse, mother, daughter, sister, daughter-in-law and friend. She cherished all of her family and was honored to be called Granny Karen. Her grandkids were the sunshine of her life. She devoted all of her time to taking care of others. Karen will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral Services were held on Monday, October 1, 2007 at 1:00 pm at the First Baptist Church in Eminence, MO with Rev. Alan Stringer officiating. Interment was in Bethany Chapel Cemetery at Eminence, MO under the direction of Duncan Funeral Home of Eminence, MO
Vernon Dean Chilton
Vernon Dean Chilton the son of Clede Chilton and Ethel Tilley (Young) Chilton was born at Eminence, Illinois, Monday, September 24, 2007 making his age 82 years.
He grew up in the Round Springs area, moving to Farimount City in 1945; his parents, Clede and Ethel moved to Fairmount City shortly there after.
Vernon worked at American Zinc where he ran an Acid Loader for many years, retiring in 1989.
Vernon loved to hunt and fish; and did whenever he could.
Preceding Vernon in death by his parents, Clede and Ethel.
Vernon is survived by his brother, Junior Chilton of Fairmount City, Illinois and his many friends.
Services were held Thursday, September 27th, 2007 at 1PM at Bradford Funeral Home.
Fredarica "Ricki" Thimmes
Fredarica "Ricki" Thimmes was born April 4, 1923 at Summersville, MO the daughter of Fred Smith and Mary Ida (Kirkman) Smith. She passed away Friday, September 21, 2007 at Willow Care Nursing Home in Willow Springs, MO at the age of 84 years, 5 months and 17 days.
She was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Thimmes on February 28, 1946 in Pasadena, CA. Ricki and Bob shared a union of 25 years before his death in March 1972.
She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Ida Smith; her husband Bob; 2 brothers George Smith and Fred H. "Buck" Smith of Landers, CA; 2 sisters Vera Kerr of Mt. Vernon, MO and Zola Smith of Mountain View, MO.
She will be sadly missed by her sister Willodean Turner and husband Karl of Enid, OK; many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends scattered from South Carolina and from Georgia .
Ricki graduated from Summersville High School in 1941 and went to Pasadena, CA in 1943. She worked at OÕKeefe & Merit Stove Factory until her marriage. She and her husband Bob settled in Downey, CA. Ricki lived in Downey for 53 years where she lived until September of 2006 when she returned to Missouri. Grace went to be with the Lord at her home on Saturday, March 1st, 2008 making her age 87 years and 11 days.
She was a charter member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Summersville. Several consider her to be the mother figure of her church. Grace worked as a supervisor at Angelica Uniform Factory until her retirement.
Gracie loved to sew. She made many beautiful little girl dresses over the years. She enjoyed gardening and was generous in sharing the harvest from her garden. She was our wonderful and beloved "Granny Grace."
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Arthur and Maude; seven infant brothers and sisters. Grace is also preceded in death by her adopted grandson Jackson Moore.
Grace leaves behind to mourn her passing, her adopted family, Lloyd and Janet Jackson of Lake St. Louis, MO; Mike Jackson, Dakota and Bethany of Summersville, MO; Craig and Annette Moore and children Rylee, Gabrielle, and Olivia of O'Fallon, MO and several cousins.
Services were held on Wednesday, March 5th, 2008 at 1:00 PM at Bradford Funeral Home.
