Missouri, U.S., Marriage Records, 1805-2002
Mabel Louise "Bobbie" Bogad
Mabel Louise "Bobbie" Bogad was born April 3, 1920 in Advance in Stoddard County. She was one of the six daughters born to the late Benjamin and Ada (Pixley) Croy,
Bobbie was a 1938 graduate of Advance High School. As WW II broke out, Bobbie and her sister, Ruby wanted to help in the effort. So in 1941, they went to the local recruiter's office where Bobbie enlisted in the Marine Corp and Ruby in the Air Force. Bobbie served her country as a telephone switchboard operator until 1945, having attained the rank of Corporal.
On June 16, 1951, Bobbie was united in marriage with Frank Joseph Bogad. Bobbie and Frank were married in the St. Pias Catholic Church in St. Louis, Calif.; nine nieces: Stephanie Day of St. Louis; Louise Long, Bernice Whitehead and Lois Vavak all of Advance, Ada Mae Wright, Carol Sue Umfleet and Nancy Houston all of Sacramento, Calif.; four nephews: Curtis J. Day, Jr. of Suffolk, Va., Randall T.C. Day of Colorado Springs, Missouri caves. But most of all, Cecilia enjoyed going to Lake of the Ozarks to fish with her Dad.
Cecilia departed this life the evening of Dec. 12, 2002 at the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, Fort Leonard Wood at the age of 38.
Cecilia was dearly loved and will be sadly missed by her parents, Raymond and Mary Callais of Waynesville; one brother, Daniel Callais of Tenino, Wash.; and several other relatives and a host of friends.
She was preceded in death by her brother; Michael Callais.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2002 at Deerlick Cemetery with Rev. Bill Turner officiating. Serving as honorary escorts were Daniel R. Callais, George S. Kishmar, Renate Phillips and Gary Wann. Services were under the direction of Waynesville Memorial Chapel.
SSG (Ret) Larry Wayne Andrews
Larry Wayne Andrews was born August 15, 1947 in Springfield, Mo. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal Savior, and went home the morning of March 24, 2003 at the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital at Ft. Leonard Wood, at the age of 55 years, 7 months and 9 days.
Larry was a 1966 graduate of Glendale High School. Later that year, he entered the U.S. Army 463rd Military Police Company, serving his country from 1966 to 1987. He was a Vietnam War veteran and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 bronze service stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Bronze Star medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation, Humanitarian Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal (6th award), Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (4th award) , Driver Badge, Sharpshooter Qualification Badge M16 and the Sharpshooter Qualification Badge Pistol Cal 45.
On January 17, 1970, Larry was united in marriage with Carol Jean McMahon, and to this union four daughters were born: Melissa, Marlissa, Marleen and Mindie.
After retiring from the military, Larry went to work for the Minnesota and Richard Andrews of Fair Grove; two grandchildren: Ethan Coy and Devon Andrews, several and other relatives and friends.
Services were held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 27 at Richland Memorial Chapel with Pastor Judi Tillett officiating. Brenda Sands sang and played the piano. SFC Jennings from the U.S. Army 463rd Military Police Company also spoke.
Graveside services with military honors were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at the Alabama; three grandchildren, Samantha Beasley, Richland, Clint Scott, Chicago, Ill. and Steve Scott, Springfield; one great-grandson, Tony Scott, Springfield, Mo., along with several other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Elizabeth Rushing; her husband, Tom; one son, Bobby Scott, in 1996 and one grandson, Daniel Beasley.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 19 at Richland Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Mike Hawkins officiating. The recordings, "Peace in the Valley," "Old Rugged Cross," and "Angels Among Us" were played. Serving as escorts were Allen, Bill, Bob, Charles, Ernie, Jerry and Jim Rushing.
Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Richland. Services were under the direction of Richland Memorial Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Louise Manes.
Neil Edward Driver
Neil Edward Driver, son of Lester Perry Armine Driver and Elizabeth Anna (Achzig) Driver, was born Dec. 13, 1921 in Nicolaus, Calif.
On Nov. 15, 1947 he was united in marriage with Nancy Nadine Potts of Sacramento, and of this union there are two children.
After graduating from high school, he served his country with the United States Army until he was honorably discharged. He worked for the American Can Company, in Sacramento, and the Southern Pacific Railroad. He enjoyed bicycle racing, books, and chronicling his family's history, but his life's love was music, and he played trumpet for many Sacramento dance bands, as well as the Shrine band. He was a dedicated Mason and Shriner.
He is survived by two sons, Dennis L. Driver of Richland and Perry L. Driver of Cocoa, Florida; three granddaughters, Brenda Driver, Elizabeth Driver, and Caitlin Driver.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Elizabeth Driver; his brother, Lester; and his wife Nancy.
Memorial services were held on Sept. 26 at the Richland Masonic Lodge.
Dorothy Mae Robinson
Dorothy Mae Robinson, daughter of John L. and Sadie F. Cardwell Brown, was born May 3, 1931 in Montreal, and departed this life Dec. 2, 2003 in Osage Beach at the age of 72.
On Nov. 5, 1949 she was united in marriage with Stanley Grant Robinson and to this union was born five children.
Dorothy loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Stanton of Lebanon; four sons: Stanley Keith Robinson, John Michael Robinson, Shannon Lee Robinson and wife Betty, all of Richland, Ronald Edward Robinson, Sr. and wife Daisy Ann of Montreal; one brother, Willie Brown and wife Joyce of Adrian; nine grandchildren, Stanley, Keith, Kevin, Randy Lee, Johnny, Marlene, Ron., Jr., Nichole, Colt and Reasa; three great grandchildren, Dylan, Kyten and Layne; other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Stanley; one brother, John L. Brown; one daughter-in-law, Joyce Robinson; and one granddaughter, Charlene Stanton.
Dorothy was a loving, caring person and will be great missed by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral service for Mrs. Robinson was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003 at Colonial Chapel, Richland, with Chris Robinson officiating. Music was provided by Paula Walters and taped selections were played. Escorts were Stanley Robinson, Randy Stanton, Colt Robinson, Kevin Robinson, Ronald Robinson, Jr., Jack Brown and Leonard Henry.
Burial was in Highpoint Cemetery, under the direction of Thieme-Shadel-Hicks Funeral Service at Colonial Chapel.
