Forgey, Joseph Herbert 25 Sep 1884 - 11 Sep 1927 CCR 22 Sep 1927 p1
[Note: Son of Andrew D. & Anna V. (Bray) Forgey; married Nora Moulder]
With his life but half lived, yet in the living of that half, Herbert Forgey was able to leave a heritage which shall be as soothing ointment to the hearts of mourning relatives and friends. It may be that his confession of his faith at the early age of 16 years brought to him the realization that while living one should live for most in life, thus making it possible for him to assume the leadership of a home and family to the end that when Death did come, those whom he would leave could look upon his memory in appreciation and thankfulness. Such are the thoughts as we come [incomplete - skip in what was copied] are told of the life of Herbert Forgey. Born near McCracken and reared within the confines of the Ozarks, Herbert won for himself an army of friends among his boyhood acquaintances. He was educated in the grade and high schools of this community and Springfield, seeking for his vocation that of telegraphy operator, whose position of trust and responsibility he held continuously for the past 21 years. For the past 13 years, he and his family have lived at Kramar, California, where he resided when stricken about two weeks ago with acute stomach troubles which called for an operation. From the operation, he seemed to rally and friends and relatives were entertaining hopes for his complete recovery when Death played its unruly part and took him away at 4 o’clock Monday morning, September 12th, at the hospital in Osdick, California. The body was brought to Ozark and taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. Clyde Hanks, where it was watched and viewed by relatives and friends, awaiting the last services which were held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock at Linden, with Dr. L. M. Hale, pastor of the First Baptist church of Springfield, officiating with T. B. Chaffin, as undertaker in charge. Herbert leaves to mourn his untimely death, the widow and two children, Byron, aged 16 and Warren, aged 3; his mother, Mrs. Anna V. Forgey of Ashton, Idaho; two sisters, Mrs. Clyde Hanks of Ozark, Mrs. D. A. Stone of Galena, Kansas; three brothers, W. C. of McCracken, H. D. of Springfield and Arthur of Ashton, Idaho. His father and one sister preceded him in death, Herbert was born April 25, 1884, the son of Andrew D. Forgey and Anna V. Forgey, and was married on September 16, 1910 to Miss Nora M. Molder. To this young man, taken in the prime of his manhood, life appeared with responsibilities and the heritage he leaves is the example by which he met them. He was a man devoted to his home and his family, having at all times their comfort and their happiness in mind. He was painstaking not only in the manner of handling friendships, but he gave the company for which he worked the same consideration to the end that all his books and accounts were in first class condition, for which he was often commended by his employers. He worked hard and provided, not only for the present, but kept in mind the future, so that his mate, nor left the full responsibility of home and family, may be properly cared for. Such a life is bound to have its reward and we believe that a life so lived has due claim to eternal compensation in things spiritual. He exemplified his faith, not only his association in the church, but he had acclaimed his belief further in that wonderful order of Masons and had reached the steps where he was soon to have received one of the order’s highest degrees. As the hills, over which he roamed as a boy and grew into manhood, claim his body, his spirit and memory leave that, which endearing hands deposit into the grave,. To inspire others to live, that they too may be mourned when Death has its way with them. The life that Herbert Forgey lived for those he loved is a better eulogy than can be written by the hand of man and to it those mourn should look with hope and thankfulness.
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Forgey, Joseph Herbert 25 Sep 1884 - 11 Sep 1927 CCR 22 Sep 1927
Card of Thanks
We take this means of expressing our sincere thanks and appreciation for the assistance and kind words of sympathy in our sorrow in the loss of our husband, father, brother and son. Especially do we thank all who gave such lovely floral offerings. Mrs. Herbert Forgey and Children, Mrs. A. D. Forgey and Family, Mrs. Clyde Hanks and Family
Forgey, Justin Ken 27 Sep 1974 - 27 Sep 1974 OH 3 Oct 1974 p2
[Note: Son of Douglas K. & Judy (Hanafin) Forgey - tombstone has name Justin Kern Forgey]
CLEVER - Justin Ken Forgey, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas K. Forgey, Route 1, Clever, died shortly after birth at 10:13 p.m. Friday at St. John’s Hospital., Springfield. Other survivors include the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Burel Forgey, Nixa; maternal grandfather and step grandmother, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hanafin, Route 4, Springfield; and great grandmothers, Mrs. Ester Peters, Nixa, Mrs. Tishie Hanafin, Marionville, and Mrs. Jewell Goddard, Ozark. Graveside services were at 2 p.m. Monday at Mount Carmel Cemetery, near here, with the Rev. Joseph Fahl officiating. Funeral arrangements are under supervision of Harris of Nixa.
Forgey, Leo Henry “Pinky” 1909 - 17 Dec 1964 CCR 24 Dec 1964 p1
[Note: Son of Vermont & Emma (Stubbs) Forgey; married Lela]
Leo Henry Forgey, 55, of Tulsa, Okla, a supervisor of Douglas Aircraft Co. there, died Thursday, Dec. 17, in a Tulsa Hospital after an illness of several months. A native of Ozark where he was familiarly known as “Pinky” Forgey, he went to Tulsa 22 years ago. He had been a lead man for Douglas in the production control department for 15 years. He is survived by the widow, Lela of the home at 835 N. Florence Ave., Tulsa; a son, Ronald Forgey of Grove, Okla; a stepson, Jim Woods of Tulsa; his mother, Mrs. Emma Forgey , and two brothers, Roy and Everett, all of Ozark.
Forgey, Lola Arvella (Gann) 1907 - 1 Sep 1969 CCR 4 Sep 1969 p8
[Note: Daughter of Robert Uriah & Lunda Louisa (Johns) Gann; married 2 Jun 1924 George Robert “Buster” Forgey 1905 - 24 Nov 1957]
Mrs. Lola G. Forgey, 62, of Ozark died at 9 a.m. Monday in the Cox Medical Center following a short illness. Mrs. Forgey, a native of Sparta, was a former Member of the Ozark grade school lunchroom staff and member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Louise Shipman of Ozark, Mrs. Nina Fohn of Lebanon, and Mrs. Edna Walters of Emporia, Kan.; one brother, Lester Gann of Ozark; three sisters, Mrs. Grace McCoy of Belle Plaine, Kan., Mrs. Donna Kissee and Mrs. Pauline Farwell of Sparta. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Harris Chapel here with the Rev. Allen Harrison officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Rose Cemetery, Lebanon.
Forgey, M. C. "Mack" 12 Mar 1852 - 8 Sep 1935 CCR 12 Sep 1935 p1
[Note: Son of John A. & Louisa (Anderson) Forgey; married 23 Dec 1872 California “Callie” Tillman 4 May 1853 - 25 Mar 1936]
Died Monday at his home on West Walnut Street after short illness -- moved to town from farm about a year ago -- was 83 years old -- prominent in affairs here years ago.
M.C. (Uncle Mack) Forgey, aged 83 years, died at his home on West Walnut street Monday morning at 1:30 o’clock, following an illness of short duration. He is survived by the widow, Mrs. Calley Forgey, one brother, E.P. Forgey of Conway, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 1:30 p.m. in the Prospect church, six miles south of Ozark, with Rev. S.L. Bilyeu officiating. Burial was made in the Prospect cemetery under the direction of the Klepper Funeral Home of Ozark. Uncle Mack, as he had become endearingly known to all, was one of those lovable characters who endeared himself to every person who made his friendship. About a year ago, he and his aged wife, having lived for a number of years on a farm south of Ozark, moved to town and rented property on West Walnut street. Uncle Mack’s vitality, even at the extreme age of 83, continued his associations with his friends about town, although both body and mind were enfeebled because of his age. It was only a week ago that he was about town. He made his daily trips from his home to town for his mail and stopped enroute to have a word with friends. In his early life he served this community as an auctioneer and during that service lived in Ozark in the northwest part of town, owning at that time the property now occupied by H.R. Russell. When he retired as an auctioneer he purchased his little farm south of town where he and Mrs. Forgey lived until they moved back to Ozark. Uncle Mack was a character of sterling qualities, honest, industrious and sensitive of his obligations to others and sincere in his convictions. He will be greatly missed in Ozark and vicinity.
Forgey, Minnie Gertrude (Maddy) 4 May 1916 - 14 Oct 1999 CCH-N 20 Oct 1999
[Note: Daughter of Jacob Derixson & Nora Mae (McGinnis) Maddy; married Everett L. “Ace” Forgey 28 Apr 1912 - 21 Apr 1982]
Minnie Gertrude Maddy Forgey, age 83 of Ozark died from leukemia on Thursday October 14, 1999 in her home. She was born May 4, 1916 in Dennis, Kansas to Jacob Derixson Maddy and Nora Mae McGinnis Maddy. Survivors include two daughters, Bonnie Godsy and Linda Carney, both of Ozark; two granddaughters, Ratava Moyer, Marionville, and Beverly Grider, Highlandville; six great-grandchildren and four sisters. Mrs. Forgey was preceded in death by her parents; an infant sister; two brothers, Glen and Ted Maddy; a sister, Leona Forshee; and her only son, Everett "Butch" Forgey who passed away March 2, 1999. Her body will be cremated and the ashes place on her beloved farm at Ozark. A memorial service was held Tuesday, October 19, 1999 at 7 p.m. in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark with the Reverend Gary Jennings officiating.
Forgey, Paula Ann (Gardner) 14 Oct 1934 - 5 Dec 1971 CCR 9 Dec 1971 p8
[Note: Daughter of Joe Bernice & Maude M. (Glenn) Gardner; married Richard L. Forgey]
Mrs. Paula Ann Forgey, 37, of Route 1, Clever, died Sunday afternoon in Indiana University Hospital, Indianapolis after an illness of three weeks. She was a native of Nixa and had resided in Christian County most of her life. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Clever. Survivors include her husband, Richard L.; three sons, Rick Forgey of Billing and Dan Forgey and Joe Forgey of the home; one daughter, Susan of the home; her mother, Mrs. Maud Gardner of Nixa; two brothers, Jack Gardner of Branson and John Gardner of Nixa; a sister, Mrs. Virginia Lea Burback of Portland, Ore.; and one grandson. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Harris Chapel, Ozark, with the Rev. James Smith officiating. Burial was in Linden Cemetery.
Forgey, Pearl (McCafferty) 19 Oct 1891 - 24 Mar 1922 CCR 31 Mar 1922 p1
[Note: Daughter of Benjamin F. & Sarah Ann “Sallie” (Pope) McCafferty; married 21 Sep 1913 Marion Roscoe Forgey 3 May 1896 - 13 Feb 1955, son of Joseph & Manda ( ) Forgey m/2 Ella]
Mrs. Pearl Forgey, wife of Roscoe Forgey and daughter of the late Ben McCafferty, died at her home in the Rosedale district, Friday, March 24, 1922, aged 30 years, 5 months and 6 days. Funeral services were held March 25th, at the McConnell cemetery conducted by Rev. Wade Moore.
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Forgey, Pearl (McCafferty) 19 Oct 1891 - 24 Mar 1922 CCR 31 Mar 1922 p1
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our thanks and gratitude to our friends, neighbors and W. B. Wasson, doctors, for their kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved wife, mother, daughter and sister, also for the beautiful flowers. Roscoe Forgey Mr. S. A. McCafferty and Family Mr. and Mrs. W. L. McCafferty Mr. and Mrs. Jake Forgey
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Forgey, Pearl (McCafferty) 19 Oct 1891 - 24 Mar 1922 CCR 21 Apr 1922 p1
Died at her home near Nixa on March 24th, 1922 Mrs. Pearl McCafferty Forgey, aged 30 years, 5 months and 6 days. She was born October 18, 1881, was married to Roscoe Forgey September 21, 1913. She united with the Christian Church in 1910 and had since been a faithful member. One March 24, after a lingering illness of several months, death gently bending down unlocked the cold, dark prison house of clay and the happy prisoner returned home. How sweet she looked, shrouded for the grave, her soft hair pushed neatly back from her snow white forehead, hands folded meekly on her breast, her pale sweet lips closed calmly, as in sleep. “Tis sad to know she is with us no more on earth, but yet a joy to know that she had gone to rest in that beautiful home not made by hands, where Jesus is. As a wife, she was devoted and true, as a mother, she was tender and kind, as a daughter and sister, she was always faithful. She leaves a husband, two children, a mother, five sisters and five brothers to mourn their loss. Funeral services were held at the McConnell cemetery, conducted by Brother Wade Moore. Though no monument of art marks the grave still the bright green grass will wave gently there and the rose bloom and the little bids will sing sweet songs above her resting place
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Forgey, Pearl (McCafferty) 19 Oct 1891 - 24 Mar 1922 CCR 23 Mar 1923 p1
[Note: Daughter of Benjamin Franklin & Sarah Ann “Sallie” (Pope) McCafferty; married 21 Sep 1913 Marion Roscoe Forgey]
In loving remembrance of our sister, Mrs. Pearl McCafferty Forgey who died March 24, 1922
Forgey, Richard Lee 4 May 1931 - 14 Nov 2011 SN-L 16 Nov 2011
[Note: Son of Archie “Dutch“ & Gladys (Chaudoin) Forgey; married 14 Apr 1950 Paula Ann Gardner 14 Oct 1934 - 5 Dec 1971]
Richard Lee Forgey, 80, Billings, passed away November 14, 2011 in his home. He was born May 5, 1931 in Christian County, Missouri to Archie and Gladys Forgey. Richard was married April 14, 1950 to Paula Ann Gardner. To this union was born 4 children. He was preceded in death by his wife and his son, Joe Forgey. Richard is survived by his children, Susie Davis, and her husband Bruce, Dearborn, MO, Dan Forgey, Crane MO, Rick, and his wife Linda, Billings, MO; 5 grandsons; 7 great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter; brother, Bill Forgey, Augusta, KS; sister, Janet Payne, Ozark, MO; and several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Richard enjoyed the outdoors, farming, fishing and visiting his many friends. He retired from the Stone Container in 1990. A private family graveside service in Linden Cemetery will be at a later date. The family requests no flowers. A special thanks to Hospice Compassus. Permanent online condolences, stories and photos may be shared at www.hhlohmeyer.com.
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Forgey, Richard Lee 4 May 1931 - 14 Nov 2011 CCH-N 23 Nov 2011
Richard Lee Forgey, 80, Billings, died Nov. 14, 2011, in his home. He was born May 5, 1931, in Christian County to Archie and Gladys Forgey. Richard was married April 14, 1950, to Paula Ann Gardner. To this union was born four children. He was preceded in death by his wife and his son, Joe Forgey. Richard is survived by his children, Susie Davis, and her husband Bruce, Dearborn, Dan Forgey, Crane, Rick, and his wife Linda, Billings; five grandsons; seven great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter; brother, Bill Forgey, Augusta, Kan.; sister, Janet Payne, Ozark; and several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Richard enjoyed the outdoors, farming, fishing and visiting his many friends. He retired from the Stone Container in 1990. Visitation was held Nov. 19 in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. A private family graveside service in Linden Cemetery will be at a later date.
Forgey, Roy H. 19 Dec 1915 - 18 Jul 1984 OH 26 Jul 1984 p13
[Note: Son of Vermont “Happy” & Emma (Stubbs) Forgey; married 21 Feb 1941 Vivien H. Phillips; married 1951 Ruth Katherine Seitz 16 Nov 1918 - 3 Jun 2002 m/1 Robertson]
Services for Roy H. Forgey, 69, Ozark, were held July 21 in Harris Funeral Chapel in Ozark with the Rev. Clifford Day officiating. Burial was in Payne Cemetery near Nixa. Mr. Forgey was dead on arrival at St. John’s Regional Health Center after apparently suffering an apparent heart attack. He was a self-employed building contractor and a lifelong resident of Ozark. Survivors include his wife, Ruth; two daughters, Mrs. Peggy Schultz, Springfield and Mrs. Brenda Ford, Sparta; and son, Dale Robertson, Ozark; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Memorial contributions may be made to the Missouri Heart Association.
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Forgey, Roy H. 19 Dec 1915 - 18 Jul 1984 OH 2 Aug 1984 pB11
Card of Thanks
The family of Ruth Forgey wishes to thank our many friends for prayers, cards, flowers, cards and food; and other acts of kindness show to us during the death of my husband and our father. Also our thanks to Harris Funeral Home, Rev. Clifford Day, singer Joyce Rainey, organist Freida Sweet. God bless you all. Ruth Forgey Mr. and Mrs. Dale Robertson and Family Mr. and Mrs. Karl Scholz and Family Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ford and Family 29-1tc
Forgey, Ruth Kathryn (Seitz) Robertson16 Nov 1918 - 3 Jun 2002
[Note: Daughter of George & Doni Elizabeth ( ) Seitz; married Max W. Robertson 1908 - 27 Feb 1964; married 1951 Roy H. Forgey 19 Dec 1915 - 18 Jul 1984]
Ruth Kathryn Forgey, age 83, Ozark, passed away at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2002 in Ozark Nursing and Care Center after a long ill ness. She was born November 16, 1918 in Jefferson City, the daughter of George and Doni Elizabeth Seitz. She was united in marriage to Roy Forgey in 1951. Mrs. Forgey worked for many years as a cook at the Ozark Elementary School. She was a member of the Ozark Presbyterian Church. Survivors include three children, Dale Robertson and wife Rachel, Ozark, Peggy Scholz and husband Karl, Springfield, and Brenda Ford and husband Joe, Bruner; 11 grandchildren, Lori Robertson, Stockholm, Sweden, Eric Robertson and wife Wendi, Barnstead, N. H., Julie Whitehead and husband Ron, Atlanta, Ga., Tim Robertson and wife Melissa, Warrensburg, Mo., Becky Martin and husband Brian, Monett, Mo., Karl Scholz and wife Lori, Nixa, Ann Crane and husband Rob, Easton, Pa., Emily Rowe and husband Keith, Springfield, Michael Scholz, Springfield, Melinda Hansen and husband Mike, Sparta, and Paula Ford, Sparta; 14 great-grandchildren, Markus and Pehr Gummerus, Sydney and Zachariah Robertson, Max Whitehead, Claire Martin, Simon Scholz, Carson Crane, Gary, Steven and Mallory Hansen, and Riley, Cooper and Bailey Hyde; and beloved nieces Darla Spicer and Stacy Menessinger, Jefferson City, Mo. She was preceded in death by her husband Roy in 1984. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2002 in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Burial will be in Payne Cemetery, Nixa. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Hospices of America. Springfield News-Leader, June 6, 2002.
Forgey, Sarah Margaret (Roller) 23 Jun 1910 - 12 Feb 1999 CCH-N 24 Feb 1999
[Note: Daughter of Otto & Seth (Prine) Roller; married 17 Jun 1930 Gene Forgey 25 Oct 1896 - 1 Oct 1988]
Sarah Margaret Forgey, age 88, of Ozark, died Friday, Feb. 12, 1999 in Ozark Riverview Manor. She was born June 23, 1910 in Douglas County and was daughter of Otto and Seth (Prine) Roller. On, June 17, 1930 she and Gene Forgey were married. Mrs. Forgey retired from Fasco, Industries and she and her husband served as custodians for the First Baptist Church in Ozark for several years. She continued her membership there until her death. Survivors include: three children and their spouses, Ray and Sue Forgey, and Carl and Mildred Forgey, all of Ozark, and Norma and Jim Freeman, Sparta; ten grandchildren, Joni Chudomelka, Jenni Southard, Kenny Forgey, all of Ozark; Art Forgey, Nixa; Patricia Burkholder, Valencia, California; Cara Gerdiman, Camdenton; Larry Forgey and Keith Forgey, both of Ozark; Jimmy Freeman and Jana Humble, both of Sparta; fifteen great-grandchildren, Christopher and Andrew Chudomelka, Caitlin, Caryn, and Jacob Burkholder, Tyler and Logan Forgey, Justin Ray Gerdiman, Sara and Bradley Southard, Renee and Rashel Forgey, Melissa and Tara Humble, and Bradley Freeman. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1988, and a grandson, Norman Freeman. A graveside service was 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in Prospect Cemetery, Ozark, with Rev. Troy Rhoden officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Adams Funeral Home.
Forgey, Verlon Ray 14 Jul 1920 - 1 Feb 1993 OH 3 Feb 1993
[Note: Son of Jewell & Nola (Eakins) Forgey; married 21 Nov 1943 Bobbie O. Jenkins]
Verlon R. Forgey, 72, Ozark, died Monday, Feb. 1, 1993 in St. John's Regional Health Center. He was born July 14, 1920 in Christian County, son of Jewell and Nola Eakins Forgey. He lived most of his life in the Ozark area. On Nov. 21, 1943, he was united in marriage to Bobbie O. Jenkins. He was affiliated with Hiland Dairy for 25 years before his retirement. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Ozark. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Nadyne Miller. Survivors include his wife, Bobbie Forgey; two daughters, Pamela A. Akihiro, Florissant, and Christie L. Englis, and her husband, Keith, Ozark; four grandchildren, Matthew J. Akihiro, Tamiko L. Akihiro, Misako A. Akihiro, and Joshua R. Englis; and two sisters, Wilma Anderson and Imogene Fowler, both of Atlanta, Ga. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Adams Funeral Home with the Rev. Troy Rhoden officiating. Burial will be in Selmore Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Ozark Building Fund.
Forgey, Vermont “Happy” 12 Jan 1873 - 25 Nov 1955 CCR 1 Dec 1955 p1
[Note: Son of Andy & Jo Ann (Gilliam) Forgey; married 21 Dec 1900 Emma Stubbs Feb 1874 - 16 Jan 1967]
Funeral services for Vermont “Happy” Forgey, 82, who died Friday night at his home in Ozark, after a short illness, were held Sunday afternoon in the Chaffin Funeral Home with Rev. Floyd Hanks officiating. Burial was in Ozark Cemetery under direction of Chaffin. The son of Andy and Jo Ann Forgey, he was born at Bowling Green, Ky. in 1872 and Came to Christian County in boyhood. In 1900 he was married to Emma Stubbs and to this union were born five sons, two of whom, Andy and William, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Emma, of the home; three sons, Leo Forgey of Tulsa, Everett and Roy Forgey of Ozark and seven grandchildren. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ozark.
Forgey, William C. “Bill” 2 Apr 1895 - 29 Nov 1986 OH 4 Dec 1986 p7
[Note: Son of Andrew D. & Anna V. (Bray) Forgey; married Agnes Opal Potter 27 Feb 1896 - 24 Feb 1967]
Services for William C. “Bill” Forgey, 91, Ozark, were held Dec. 2 in Harris Chapel with Dwayne Bray officiating. Burial was in Linden Cemetery. Mr. Forgey died Nov. 28 in Ozark Nursing and Care Center. A retired farmer and stockman, he was a lifelong resident of the Ozark area. A charter officer of Ozark Bank, he had served as president for several years. He was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include one son, William P., Sparta; one daughter, Maxiene Bilyeu, Ozark; one brother, Homer, Ft. Myers, Fla.; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Forgey, William Eugene “Bill” 21 Nov 1904 - 24 Dec 1933 CCR 28 Dec 1933 p1
[Note: Son of Vermont "Happy" & Emma (Stubbs) Forgey]
William Eugene Forgey was born Nov. 21, 1904, and departed this life, Dec. 24, 1933, aged 29 years, 1 month and three days. He was converted 11 years ago and joined the Baptist church at Prospect, later moving his membership to Ozark, where it remained. He had little or no fear of death and during his last hours spoke of being willing to go, to be with his brother, Andy, who preceded him in death four and one half years ago and he asked his folks to so live that they might meet him in Heaven. He leaves to mourn his departure his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vermont Forgey, three brothers, Leo, Everett and Roy, all of the home address, and three uncles, John Forgey of Los Angeles, George Stubbs of Sparta, and Harve Stubbs of Ozark and one aunt, Mrs. Bill McCoy of Prospect and a host of other relatives and friends who loved him well. Funeral services were conducted on Dec. 26 at 2 o’clock in the Ozark Baptist church with Rev. Ross Carter, officiating with burial in the City cemetery under the direction of T.B. Chaffin. Prior to his last illness Bill was local representative of the Empire District Electric Company which position he filled with honesty and efficiency. Many of the company’s representatives attended the services.
Forman, Lena (McDade) 5 Jan 1898 – 15 June 1989 NN-E 22 Jun 1989
[Note: Daughter of John & Lillie Belle (Walker) McDade]
Lena Forman, 90, of Taneyville, died June 15 at the Ozark Nursing and Care Center, following a long illness. Graveside services for Mrs. Forman were held June 17 in -the Bradleyville Cemetery with the Rev. Leo Harmon officiating. Burial was under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Mrs. Forman was born Jan. 5, 1899 in Bradleyville, the daughter of John and Lillie Belle (Walker) McDade. A longtime resident of Taneyville, Mrs. Forman was a homemaker and a member of the Bradleyville Baptist Church. She is survived by nieces and nephews including Betty and Bill Roberts, Taneyville, and Donald Bruner, Springfield.
Forrest, Tip "Doc" 18 Aug 1931 - 7 Mar 2007 SN-L 9 Mar 2007
[Note: Son of Tom & Nettie ( ) Forrest; married 9 Aug 1951 Charlene Spurgeon]
Tip Forrest, 75, Springfield, Mo., passed away at St. John's Hospital on March 7, 2007. He was born August 18, 1931. He owned and operated Forrest Butcher Block and Forrest Delivery Service in Springfield, Mo., for many years. He was married to Charlene Spurgeon August 6, 1951. To this union one son was born. He was a lifetime member of American Legion Post 676. He was very active in the American Legion Baseball program, serving as baseball commissioner for the state of Missouri for many years. He was a member of East Grand Church of Christ. Tip was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Nettie Forrest of Norwood, Mo.; his in-laws, Arch and Mabel Spurgeon of Mountain Grove, Mo., and a daughter-in-law, Melissa. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Charlene, of the home; one son, Gregg, Springfield; five grandchildren, Kiley, of the home, Brandon, John and Christy, St. Louis, Megan Mallory and husband, Daniel, Columbia, Mo., and their mother, Peg Forrest, St. Louis; two great-grandchildren, Noah Forrest and Hannah Mallory; three brothers, Tom of California, Buck and wife, Delta, Norwood, Mo., and John Moody and wife, Linda, Springfield; four sisters, Boots Gerhardt, Nixa, Jackie Siemens and husband, Stan, Nixa, Marian Marcy, Leota, Kansas, and June Bradshaw, Norwood, Mo.; many very special nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Tip was a Korean War veteran, serving his country in the U.S. Navy. He was a devoted husband, father and "PaPa". He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2007, in Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. A visitation will precede the service from 1 p.m. until service time. Private burial will take place at a later date.
Forrester, A. Marie (Haguewood) 29 Nov 1903 - 21 Mar 1990 OH 29 Mar 1990
[Note: Daughter of William J. & Emeline (Young) Haguewood; married Frank Hugh Forrester 18 Mar 1894 - 8 Aug 1959]
Marie Forrester, 86, died Wednesday, March 21, 1990, in Nixa Park Care Center, following a long illness. She was born the daughter of William J. and Emeline Young Haguewood. A lifelong resident of the Ozark area, she was a member of the Ozark Presbyterian Church. She was a charter member of the Ozark Garden Club. Her husband, Frank H. Forrester, preceded her in death in 1959. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Erma Dean Forrester, Ozark, and Jim and Betty Forrester, Springfield; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday evening in Adams Funeral Home with the Rev. James P. Robinson officiating. Burial was Monday morning in National Cemetery, Springfield.
Forrester, Alfred B. 8 Feb 1862 - 6 Sep 1937 CCR 9 Sep 1937 p8
[Note: Son of James M. & Virginia (Layton) Forrester; married 5 Feb 1888 CCM Amelia A. Kentling 30 May 1870 - 15 Oct 1968]
Death claimed Alfred B. Forrester, aged 75, of Springfield Monday afternoon. He had lived in Springfield for 36 years. Surviving sisters are Mrs. T.R. Herston and Mrs. L.R. Williams of Ontario, Calif.
Forrester, Amelia A. (Kentling) 30 May 1870 - 15 Oct 1968 CCR 24 Oct 1968 p8
[Note: Daughter of Fernando “Frank” & Katerine “Katie” (Schatz) Kentling; married 5 Feb 1888 Alfred B. Forrester 8 Feb 1862 - 6 Sep 1937]
Mrs. Amelia Forrester, 98, of Springfield, died at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the home of a daughter, Mrs. C. F. Coon, Springfield. Mrs. Forrester, widow of Albert B. Forrester, had moved to Springfield from Highlandville 66 years ago. She was among the first students of the old Loretta Academy here about 65 year ago. Surviving, in addition to her daughter, is another daughter, Mrs. E. L. Chumley, and a son, Leslie B., also of Springfield, 10 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren and 21 great, great grandchildren, Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 in the Gorman-Scharpf Chapel with Dr. William T. Gibbs officiating. Burial was in Ozark City Cemetery.
Forrester, Billy E. "Little Bill" 23 Dec 1932 - 22 Jun 2005 SN-L 24 Jun 2005
[Note: Son of Finis Edward & Hanna Flossie (Feaster) Forrester; married 7 May 1952 Velma Gardner]
Aurora, Mo.-Our father, Billy E. Forrester, 72, left this world, as we know it on Wednesday, June 22, 2005, to be with his Lord and Savior, after a two year battle with cancer. Even with uncertainty of what heaven would be like he was at peace in his heart that he was always in God's hands. He was born December 23, 1932, in Aurora, to Finis Edward and Hanna Flossie (Feaster) Forrester. Billy lived in the Aurora community his entire life excluding the two years he lived with his daughter in Waynesville while she cared for him. He graduated from Lowell School in Aurora. Billy worked for the Juvenile Shoe Factory, Tyson Foods and Walnut Bowl in Billings. He was a member of the Fox Hunter's Association. Billy was saved at an early age and was a longtime member of the Wilson Avenue Baptist Church. On May 7, 1952, he married Velma Gardner at the First Baptist Church in Monett. To this union four children were born. He is survived by his children, Russell Forrester, Fulton, Kansas; Vickie Seitz and husband, Rex, Waynesville, Johnny Forrester and wife, Denece, Springfield, and Jack Forrester, Halltown; three brothers, Jess Forrester and wife, Alta, Edna, Kansas, Jack Forrester and wife, Clara, Willetts, California, Buck Forrester and wife, Maye, Aurora; four sisters, Edith Hutchinson, Helena, Montana, Jean Toalson, Aurora, Juanita Rice, Billings, and Betty Buchanan, Republic; 12 grandchildren, Teresa Fisher and husband, Arnold, Melissa Livingston and husband, Jamie, both of Mt. Vernon, Twilight Moore and husband, Blaine, Ozark, Joey, Amy, David, Angela, Steven and Matthew Forrester, Springfield, Jordan, Jaxi and Ashley Forrester, Aurora, and 12 great-grandchildren, Cherokee, Cody, Amber, Rosie and Andy Arnold, Garret Gold, Mercedie and Chance Livingson, all of Mt. Vernon, Rickelle and Hunter Moore, Ozark, J.L. and Jessica Forrester, Springfield and a special little buddy, Scott Lowe of Waynesville. His parents and four brothers, Gordon B., Floyd, Roy Edward and Delberth Forrester, preceded him in death. Services under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, June 25, 2005, at the Wilson Avenue Baptist Church with burial in the Maple Park Cemetery, Aurora. Visitation will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. today in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Westside Baptist Church Building Fund in care of the funeral home.
Forrester, Forrest Eugene 12 Jul 1930 - 16 Feb 1939 CCR 2 Mar 1939 p5
[Note: Son of Joseph H. & Lela C. ( ) Forrester]
Forrest Eugene Forrester, son of Joseph H. and Lela C. Forrester was born at Ashton, Idaho, July 12, 1930, and passed away at his home in Rupert, Idaho, Feb. 16, 1939, at the tender age of eight years, seven months and four days. Forrest was an unusually bright and attractive child. He numbered his friends by his acquaintances. His interests were confined entirely to the finer things of life, being especially interested in art, music, and literature. He loved his school work and his teachers were ever outstanding models in his life. His illness was of short duration but he bore his suffering patiently and appreciated everything that was done for him. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was done to save the life of little Forrest, but it was God’s will that he be taken home. Besides his parents he is survived by one sister, Barbara, and one brother, Robert, also his parental grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Forrester of Pocatello, Idaho, and other relatives.
Forrester, Hardy Charles 24 Nov 1878 - 24 Sep 1905 CCR 28 Sep 1905
[Note: Son of James M. & Virginia (Layton) Forrester; married 1 Jan 1900 Bessie L. Shepard Mar 1882 - ?]
Hardy Charles Forrester was born in Ozark Nov. 24, 1878 and died Sept. 24, 1905 at the age of 26 years, 10 months. On January 1, 1900, he was united in marriage with Miss Bessie Sheppard who, with the stricken parents, remain to mourn his loss. Hardy is well known here and leaves a large circle of friends and relative stricken with grief. Thus one more of our number had entered the valley of the shadow of death.” The funeral obsequies were conducted by A. L. Cailey at the home of his father of tee disease after which the remains were laid lovingly to rest in the Ozark Cemetery.
Forrester, Horace Greeley 25 May 1871 - 29 Apr 1926 CCR 7 May 1926 p1
[Note: Son of James M. & Virginia (Layton) Forrester; married 10 Aug 1891 CCM Nell “Nellie” Warren 9 Apr 1875 - 28 Feb 1916]
Horrace G. Forester, aged 53 years, 11 months and 4 days, died suddenly in Springfield where he had lived for a number of years, Thursday night, April 29, 1926. His son, Frank, of Ozark, was at once notified and together with Undertaker T. B. Chaffin, left for Springfield with the motor hearse and brought the body to the Ozark Undertaking rooms, where it was prepared for burial after afterwards was taken to the home of his sister, Mrs. J. T. Herston. Funeral services were held from the Herston residence, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. B. Frank West, with interment in the city cemetery beside his wife who preceded him some 12 years ago, under direction of T. B. Chaffin. A delegation form the Painters Union of Springfield, of which he was a member, performed the last rites at the grave. Horace Forrester was a native of Ozark and had resided her all his life until some 7 or 8 years ago. Deceased leaves two children, Frank Forrest and Miss Reba Forrester, both of Ozark; one sons dying June 21, 1910. He also leaves one brother, A. B. Forrester, of Springfield and two sisters, Mrs. J. T. Herston of Ozark and Mrs. L. R. Williams of Ontario, California. A very large crown of old friends of the family attended the funeral.
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Forrester, Horace Greeley 25 May 1871 - 29 Apr 1926 CCR 7 May 1926 p1
Card of Thanks
We wish to extend our thanks to all our friends for the kindness and sympathy shown and the many beautiful floral offering at the funeral of our dear father and brother. Mr. & Mrs. Frank Forrester Miss Reba Forrester Mr. & Mrs. J. T. Herston Mr. & Mrs. A. B. Forrester Mr. & Mrs. L. R. Williams
Forrester, James M. 27 Jul 1833 - 9 Jan 1917 CCR 12 Jan 1917 p1
[Note: Son of Hardy & Martha (Crumpley) Forrester; married 16 Mar 1854 Virginia Layton 27 Jul 1833 - 5 Nov 1915]
James M. Forrester, an old and highly respected citizen, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Kate Williams, Tuesday morning, January 9, 1917, aged 73 years, 5 months and 12 days. Funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon with interment in the city cemetery under the auspices of Finley Lodge No. 206 L.O.O.F., he having been a member since March 13, 1869 at which time the present charter of the Lodge was applied for. C. E. Reid made a short talk as a tribute of respect and conducted the Odd Fellows services by request of deceased, made some months ago. G. W. Logan, a friend of more than 50 years, also delivered a short eulogy. Mr. Forrester was born in Gallivan, Tenn., July 27, 1933. He came to Greene county, Missouri in 1849. He was married to Virginia Layton March 16, 1854; to this union was born 10 children, 4 of whom survive, namely, A. B. Forrester of Springfield, Mo., Mr. L. R. Williams and H. G. Forrester of Ozark. He leaves one sister., Mrs. Kate Graber of Kansas City, Missouri. He has lived almost continuously in Ozark since 1864 and was united to the Baptist church here about 1875.
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Forrester, James M. 27 Jul 1833 - 9 Jan 1917 CCR 7 Jan 19 Jan 1917 p1
Tribute of Respect - By Odd Fellows to the Memory of James M. Forrester
In the fullness of years. after a long life of varied experiences, James M. Forrester was called from this imperfect lodge of earth to the Great Lodge on high. He died at his home in Ozark on January 9, 1917, aged 83 years, 5 months and 12 days. Officers and members of Finley Lodge performed the ceremonies of the order at the home and bore the body to the Ozark cemetery and laid it to rest beside his aged companion who preceded him some months . James M. Forrester was a charter member of Finley Lodge, his petition bearing date March 13, 1869, being the date of the petitions for the lodge were signed. For many years, he was a regular attendant at Lodge meetings and was active in the work. He was one of that class of Odd Fellows who believed in, taught and practiced close adherence to the laws and regulations. Several years ago, fearing he would by reason of advancing age and failing health, became a financial burden upon the lodge, he withdrew but some time ago he realized his time on earth was well nigh spent, his love for the Order moved him to again desire membership in Finley Lodge, and he was reinstated and was thus entitled to honorable burial by the Fraternity. We realize that his lodge owes much to Brother Forrester’s work in the early days of the struggling young lodge, that his regularity and constant faith had much to do with maintaining the lodge through those years of discouragement and hardship, and we cherish his memory as one of the pioneers who by by their means and time and efforts to build up the lodge and the fraternity of this community. And, we will continue to cherish his memory in his hearts and will maintain his name upon the roll of honor of those who died in the faith. Charles E. Reid F. O. Hartley H. F. Kartsein, Committee
Forrester, Jerald “Jerry” 19 Aug 1942 - 20 Jun 1996 CCH-N 26 Jun 1996
[Note: married 15 Aug 1954 Alice Keltner]
Jerry Forrester, 53, of Nixa, died Friday, June 20, following a short battle with cancer. At the time of his death he was at home surrounded by family members and friends. He was born August 19, 1942 in Waverly, Illinois. Jerry graduated from Forsyth High School and SMSU. He received a Master's Degree from Drury College. On August 15, 1964 he married Alice Keltner. Throughout his working career he was an executive for financial institutions. His last position served was Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President for Farm and Home Savings. An active church member, he served as Deacon and Sunday School Teacher at Nixa Christian Church. Jerry greeted everyone with a warm smile, firm handshake and a big hug. He will be missed by all who knew him. Survivors include: His wife, Alice: three sons. Steve Forrester and his wife. Marcia, California, Missouri, and Rob Forrester, and Brian Forrester, both of the home; his parents, Byron and Myrtle Forrester, Jay, Oklahoma; a brother, Jim Forrester, and his wife, Etta, Inola, Oklahoma; and two sisters, Judy Forrester. Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Myrna Dawson, and her husband. Danny, Beggs, Oklahoma. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday in the Nixa Christian Church with Dr. Jack Barnes officiating. Burial was in Schupbach Cemetery under the direction of Adams Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Nixa Christian Church.
Forrester, Lee 9 Feb 1883 - 23 Feb 1967 CCR 2 Mar 1967 p1
Funeral services for a lifelong Aurora resident, Lee Forrester, 84, who died at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, in Elmhurst Rest Home in Carthage, were at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Marsh Chapel in Aurora. The Rev. Stevie Maples officiated, and burial was in Maple Park Cemetery. Mr. Forrester is survived by five daughters, Mrs. Guy Phelps, St. Joseph, Mrs. Robert Hall, Ozark; Mrs. Leslie Burt, Carthage, Mrs. Kenneth Ritter, Studio City, Calif. and Miss Virginia Forrester, state of California; one brother, Lloyd of Springfield; one sister, Mrs. Dora King, Las Cruces, N. M.; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
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Forrester, Mary M. (McCord) 17 Mar 1858 - 2 Jan 1902 CCR 9 Jan 1902
[Note: Daughter of John E. & Dell (Foster) McCord; married 27 Apr 1879 Rufus B. Forrester 1 May 1858 - 21 Sep 1910]
Died - At her home in Ozark on Thursday, Jan. 2nd, 1902, Mrs. Mary Forrester, after a lingering illness. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Barrett of the M. E. Church. Interment in the Ozark Cemetery. The deceased leaves to mourn her loss a husband, son and a daughter besides a number of other relatives and many friends who have the sympathy of all.
Forrester, Nell “Nellie” (Warren) 9 Apr 1875 - 28 Feb 1916 CCR 3 Mar 1916
[Note: Daughter of Charles L. & Emma (Pettijohn) Forrester; married 10 Aug 1893 CCM Horace Greeley Forrester 25 May 1871 - 29 Apr 1926; tombstone says b 1876; 1900 census says b 1875; obit says b 1874; DC says 1875]
At the Young Sanitarium in Ozark Friday evening February 25, Mrs. Nell Forrester, wife of H. G. Forrester, aged 41 years 10 months and 16 days. Funeral services were held at the Christian church Saturday afternoon conducted by Rev. Tetley, followed by internment in the city cemetery
Forrester, Virginia Jackson (Layton) 11 Aug 1833 - 6 Nov 1915 CCR 12 Nov 1915 p1
[Note: Daughter of Charles & ? ( ) Layton; married 16 Mar 1854 James M. Forrester 27 Jul 1833 - 9 Jan 1917]
Entered into rest at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Kate Williams, at her farm home south of town, Friday morning, November 6, 1915, Mrs. Virginia Jackson Forrester, aged 82 years, 2 months and 25 days. Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Saturday morning conducted by Rev. W. T. Vanover of the Baptist church, with interment in the city cemetery. Virginia Jackson Layton was born in Spottsylvania county, Virginia August 11, 1833, and came with her parents to Missouri in 1840. She was married to J. M. Forrester on March 16, 1854. To this union ten children were born, six having died before her. She and her husband spent their life in and near Springfield until 1865 when they came to Ozark and lived here until her death. Mrs. Forrester leaves a husband and four children, two sons and two daughter to wit: Mrs. Kate Williams, Mrs. Minnie Herston and Horace Forrester of Ozark and A. B. Forrester of Springfield, nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, also a sister 91 years old to mourn her death besides her many friends in Ozark.
Forshee, Leona Mae (Maddy) 14 Mar 1907 - Dec 1975 OH 11 Dec 1975 p8
[Note: married Coyne Forshee]
WILLARD - Mrs. Leona Mae Forshee, 68, died at 4:15 Monday afternoon at St. John’s Hospital, Springfield after an eight-month illness. Mrs. Forshee of Route 1, Willard, was a longtime resident of the Willard and Walnut Grove area. She was a member of the Rose Hill Baptist Church near Willard and was a charter member of the Sacville Ladies Club. Mrs. Forshee is survived by her husband, Coyne; two sons, Wendell of Willard and Allen of Walnut Grove; one daughter, Mrs. JoAnn Sandquist, Spokane, Wash.; two brothers, Glenn Maddy, Cape Fair and Tad Maddy of Kansas City; five sisters, Mrs. Mary Creed, Walnut Grove, Mrs. Doris Haslip, state of Idaho, Mrs. Minnie Forgey of Ozark, Mrs. Marion Kincaid, Oklahoma City, and Mrs. Bonnie Ware of Springfield and five grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were incomplete under the direction of Wilson-Brim-Daniel of Walnut Grove.
Forsythe, Leona B. (Ball) 11 Sep 1896 - 26 Nov 1973 OH 29 Nov 1973 p4
[Note: married Louis E. Forsythe 18 Jul 1888 - 22 Mar 1969]
Nixa - Mrs. Leona B. Forsythe, 77, of Nixa, died at 6 p.m. Monday at St. John’s Hospital after a short illness. Mrs. Forsythe had been a resident of Nixa since 1953, coming from Kansas City where she was supervisor of waitresses for Fred Harvey restaurants for 26 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Excelsior Springs, Mo. She is survived by one brother, George Ball of Aptos, Calif.. Funeral arrangements are under direction of the Harris Funeral Home of Nixa.
Forsythe, Louis E. 18 Jul 1888 - 22 Mar 1969 CCR 27 Mar 1969 p8
[Note: married Leona B. Ball 11 Sep 1896 - 26 Nov 1973]
Funeral services for Louis E. Forsythe, 80, Nixa, who died at 4:30 a.m. Saturday in his home after suffering an apparent heart attack, were at 2 p.m. Monday in Harris Chapel in Nixa. Burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery, Excelsior Springs, with graveside services there at 1:30 p.m. Mr. Forsythe, a veteran of World War I, had lived in Nixa since 1953, coming here from Kansas City. He is survived by his wife, Leona B.; a brother, Albert, Excelsior Springs; and a sister, Mrs. Jessie Vaughn, Temple City. Calif.
Forth, Meleese Mae (Cole) 7 Jan 1928 - 5 Apr 2012 SN-L 8 Apr 2012 & AdamsFH
[Note: Daughter of Olen & Clora ( ) Cole; married 1947 Robert Raymond Forth 28 Aug 1925 - 3 May 2011]
Meleese Mae Forth passed away in St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the early evening, Thursday, April 5, 2012. Meleese was born on January 7, 1928 in Wagoner, Oklahoma, to Olen and Clora Cole. She was the second of four children; two brothers, Glenn B. Cole and Clyde E. Cole, both who predeceased her, and sister, Arleene Nelson, who lives in Chouteau, Oklahoma with husband, Bert. Meleese married Robert R. Forth in 1947 and both graduated in 1950 from Oklahoma State University. They lived in California and Nebraska before settling in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Meleese worked as a home economics instructor with the Tulsa Board of Education mobile classroom then taught at Carver Middle School, retiring in 1983. Meleese and Bob then moved to Highlandville, Missouri, and became active in local churches and mission projects. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, cross-stitching, quilting, and making gifts for family and friends. Meleese was active in a quilting group that helped raise funds for the Missouri Baptist Children's Home by auctioning their quilts annually. Meleese was the beloved mother to her children, Brent Forth and wife, Linda, of Jenks, OK; Rodney Forth and wife, Patty, of St. Peter's, MO; and Linda Hon and husband, Mike, of El Paso, TX; grandmother to Nathan, Justin, Jerod, Casey, Robert, Tara and Charles, and great grandmother to Olivia, Aubrey, Blythe and Garrett. Visitation was Saturday in Beaver Street Baptist Church, Jenks, Oklahoma. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, April 9, in Selmore Baptist Church, Ozark, MO, under the direction of Adams Funeral Home of Ozark, MO. Burial will follow in Selmore Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Selmore Baptist Church Building Fund.
Forth, Robert Raymond 28 Aug 1925 - 3 May 2011 SN-L 4 May 2011 & CCH-N 11 May 2011
[Note: married 1947 Meleese Cole]
Robert Raymond Forth, of Highlandville, passed away in his home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 3, 2011. Bob was born on August 28, 1925 in Coffeyville, Kan. He was the youngest of four brothers, all of whom predeceased him. A veteran of World War II, Bob served as a Navy signalman in various theaters in the Pacific. He and Meleese Cole married in 1947 and both graduated in 1950 from Oklahoma State University. Bob worked as civil engineer for the United States Bureau of Reclamation in California and Nebraska before settling in Tulsa, Oklahoma where he worked for the City of Tulsa, retiring from the position of Engineering Director in 1983. Bob and Meleese moved to Highlandville, Mo. and became active in local churches and mission projects. He enjoyed woodworking, making toys and gifts for family and friends, and generously lent his engineering skills, as well as his labor, to a variety of church building projects. Bob was the beloved father of three children, Brent, Rodney and Linda, grandfather to Justin, Casey, Tara, Nathan, Jared, Robert and Charles, and great grandfather to Olivia, Aubrey, Blythe and Garrett. A visitation is scheduled for 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 5 in Adams Funeral Home, 504 West Walnut Street in Ozark, MO. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday in Selmore Baptist Church, 4768 Selmore Road, Ozark, MO. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Selmore Baptist Church Building Fund.
Fortner, Clay R. 28 Jun 1912 - May 1976 OH 20 May 1976 p4
[Note: probably means the Rose Hill Cemetery at Willard, not the one at Biollings]
WILLARD - Services for Clay R. Fortner, 63, of Route 2, Willard were at 2 p.m. Sunday in Rose Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Don Elliott officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery under direction of Greenlawn of Springfield, Mr. Fortner died at 12:15 a.m. Friday in St. John’s Hospital, Springfield after a short illness. He was a farmer, a member of Rose Hill Baptist Church and a lifelong resident of the Willard area. Surviving are his wife, Mayme Jean; a son, Wayne of Route 2, Ozark; a brother, Henry of 1853 South Ferguson, Springfield; a sister, Mrs. Cleota Rohlman, Route 2, Willard; his step-mother, Mrs. Wilma Fortner, Route 2, Willard and a grandchild. The family was at the funeral home from 7 to 8 p.m. today.
Fortune, Doris E. 29 Mar 1924 - 19 Jan 2005 SN-L 22 Jan 2005
[Note: married Henry Fortune, Jr.]
Doris E. Fortune, 80, passed away January 19, 2005, in Beautiful Savior Lutheran Home, in Belton, Mo. Mrs. Fortune was born March 29, 1924, in Sanborn County, S.D., and moved to Kansas City, Mo., in 1942. She retired from Safeway Stores after many years in the Accounting Department. Mrs. Fortune relocated to Nixa, Mo., in 1992. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Fortune, Jr., in 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy Buerky and husband Jim; granddaughter, Amy DiNella and husband Tony; sister-in-law Eva Fortune; nephew Joe Fortune; as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at a later date in Springfield, Mo. Arrangements are under the direction of Mt. Moriah & Freeman Chapel, (816) 942-2004. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 6800 W. 93rd Street, Overland Park, KS 66212.
Fortune, Eva Marie (Sellers) 18 Oct 1922 - 12 Feb 2012 SN-L 14 Feb 2012 & SN-L 15 Feb 2012 & SN-L 16 Feb 2012
[Note: Daughter of Wheeler R. & Flossie L. (Lindley) Sellers; married Hugh W. Fortune 6 Mar 1914 - 18 Jun 1995]
Eva Marie Fortune, 89, Ozark, passed away Sunday morning in James River Care Center. She was born October 18, 1922 in Minden, MO, the daughter of Wheeler and Flossie Sellers. Just prior to World War II she married, Hugh W. Fortune and to this union one son, Joe, was born. Eva worked as a bookkeeper at Kansas City Gas Service until she retired and moved to the Ozarks in 1984. She enjoyed time with friends and family at Pomme de Terre Lake. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two sisters. Eva is survived by her son, Joe and his wife Crystal, and a beloved niece, Dorothy Burkey. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 17, 2012 in Springfield National Cemetery, under the direction of Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. No visitation is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to the Southwest Missouri Humane Society.
Foster, Arthur 22 Feb 1906 - 20 Nov 1982 OH 25 Nov 1982 p2
[Note: Son of Sheridan P. & Clara Patent ( ) Foster; married Helen ( ) Baker; birthdate on SSDI disagrees with age in obit; 1910 census calls him Jessie]
Services for Arthur Foster, 79, Springfield were held Nov. 23 in Greenlawn Battlefield South with the Rev. James Melton officiating. Burial was in Smith Cemetery near Rogersville. Mr. Foster died Nov. 20 in St. John’s Regional Health Center after a long illness. Survivors include his wife, Helen; a son, Dale, Warsaw; two stepsons, Kenneth and James Baker, both of Springfield; four stepdaughters, Jewell Swanson, Rogersville, Wanda Payne, Ozark, Juanita Copper, Park Lake, Fla. and Delores McClish, Myrtle Beach, S. C.; two sisters, Annie Osbourn. Springfield and Mae Johns, Sparta; 24 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Foster, Ashlie Renee 1987 - 15 Feb 1988 OH 18 Feb 1988
[Note: Daughter of Brad & Lou Ann (Dennis) Foster]
Ashlie Renee Foster, three-month-old daughter of Brad and Lou Ann Foster, Spokane, died at 8 a.m. Monday in her home of natural causes. Graveside services for Ashlie were held Wednesday in the Patterson Cemetery, near Bradleyville, with the Rev. George Bishop officiating. Burial was under the direction of Harris Funeral Home, Ozark. Survivors include her parents, Brad and Lou Ann Foster; two sisters, Nicolle and Tonja, of the home; paternal grandparents Floyd Foster and Donna Foster of Gainesville; maternal grandparents Bill and Lucy Dennis of Bradleyville; one paternal great-grandfather,. Floyd A. Foster, Gainesville; and one paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. lone Snyder, Rock Island, Illinois.
Foster, Charles Eugene 16 Jul 1930 - 20 Dec 2011 SN-L 28 Dec 2011
[Note: Son of Ernest McClelland & Thoy Mae (Childress) Foster; married 24 Feb 1957 Rosemary Bender]
Charles Eugene Foster, 81, Billings. Arrangements: Meadors Funeral Home, Republic.
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Foster, Charles Eugene 16 Jul 1930 - 20 Dec 2011 CCH-N 4 Jan 2012
Charles Eugene Foster, 81, of Billings died Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, in his home with family at his side. He was born July 16, 1930, in Longview, Texas, the son of Ernest McClelland and Thoy Mae (Childress) Foster. Foster served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps., from 1951-1954, during the Korean War, being cited with the National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with three stars, United Nation Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He married Rosemary Bender on Feb. 24, 1957, in Riverside, Calif. Foster worked for Alcan Aluminum as a plant worker, and then worked as a postal carrier from 1969 to 1994. After retirement, Charles and Rosemary moved to Billings in 1996. He was preceded in death by his wife Rosemary in 2008; an infant daughter, Pamela Jo; his parents; and two brothers, Joe and Buddy. He is survived by: six children and their spouses, John E. and Jolene Price, Murray, Utah, Duane E. and Gwen Price, Glendale, Ariz., Diane Simerly-Alcocer and husband Steven, Cassville, Michial E. Foster, Billings; Cynthia and Jim Lynsky, Oxnard, Calif., and Deborah Foster, San Jose, Calif.; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Graveside services, with military honors, will be held at 1 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 30, 2011, in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, with Rev. Terry Cunningham officiating, under the direction of Meadors Funeral Home, Republic, Missouri. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 11 a.m. to noon in the funeral home. Online condolences may be shared at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com.
Foster, Elizabeth (Mitchell) 1 Oct 1802 - 19 Feb 1900 CCR 1 Mar 1900
[Note: Daughter of John & Jane “Jenny” (Collins) Mitchell; married 27 Dec 1820 Robert Dudley Foster 1795 - 6 Aug 1868]
The body of Mrs. Elizabeth Foster was taken to Ozark for burial this morning, A short funeral services, consisting of a song, prayer and scripture reading, was held at the home of Mrs. Ellen Stone, daughter of the deceased, and the Springfield friends of the family took a last look at the face of the dead. At Ozark, more extended services were held at the Christian church, attended by hundreds of persons who had so long known the aged lady. Mrs. Foster’s life was a very unusual one in many respects. Up to the day of her death, the unimpaired memory of this woman covered a period of 91 years. She was born in Spottsylvania county, Virginia October 1, 1802. She had lived through all the presidential administrations from Thomas Jefferson’s occupation of the White House down to McKinley’s entrance into the executive mansion. She saw the Republic of the United States in its early youth, fresh from the baptism of blood and fire that had dedicated this country to the cause of human liberty. She beheld in her girlhood the stately heroes of Virginia who had marched and fought under the great Washington. In 1812, when a child of 10 years, this little daughter of the Old Dominion saw this nation a second time measure arms with Great Britain - and come out of the conflict proudly victorious. In 1820, at the age of 18, this young woman, Miss Elizabeth Mitchell, gave her hand in marriage to R. D. Foster, a soldier of the then late war. The Fosters, like the Mitchells, were well-to-do Virginia planters, owned many places and cultivated large tracts of land. How different were the methods of farm and household work in those early days from the system now in use. The stories that Mrs. Foster would tell about her girlhood were far stranger than most tales of fiction. She saw the old Virginia loom in the full prime of its useful career. The spinning wheel then hummed its tune of honest toil in every home. Hand-cards prepared the wool and cotton for the spinner. The cotton gin had not yet been thought of as a labor-saving device, and a thousand other inventions now deemed indispensable to our industrial life were still beyond the grasp of the mechanical dreamers of those times. Mr. Foster rolled his tobacco crop in hogsheads many miles to market. The hogsheads were tired like wagon wheels and lifted up with axles so a horse could pull the rolling freight. When the civil war came on, Mrs. Foster had 13 children, six sons and seven daughters. She had five sons-in-law and four grandchildren able to bear arms. All these six sons, five sons-in-law and four grandsons joined the confederate army and fought for southern independence. What other women known in the country gave fifteen volunteers to the confederate cause? In 1858, John A. Foster, one of the sons of this Virginia mother, came to Springfield and enter the profession of law. He fought at Wilson creek on the 10th of August 1861, and there received a wound which caused his death a few days after Price and McCullough occupied this town. Mrs. Foster’s home in Virginia was in the midst of that fatal region where the thunder of war was heard almost constantly for four years. She heard the first battle of Manassas, the roar of the guns at Chancellorsville, Spottsylvania Court House and the Wilderness. The last named battle was within four miles of the Foster plantation, and the house was full of wounded soldiers. Again and again, Mrs. Foster and her daughters who were at home sought refuge in the cellar beneath the house while shot and shell flew over the old Virginia mansion. In 1868, the Foster family moved to Christian county near the current town of Sparta. In 1869, while back in Virginia settling up his business, Mr. Foster died. Since then, Mrs. Foster had lived with her children, making her home chiefly with Eld. T. A. Foster, a well-known minister of the Christian church. Since her husband’s death, Mrs. Foster had drawn a pension on account of his services in the War of 1812. - Leader-Democrat, Feb. 21
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Foster, Elizabeth (Mitchell) 1 Oct 1802 - 19 Feb 1900 unidentified clipping
Mrs. Elizabeth Foster was born Oct. 1, 1802 and died Fe. 20, 1900, aged 97 years, 5 months and 20 days. She married Robert D. Foster December 27, 1920. To this union were born 13 children, eight of whom survive her, Mrs. E. Stone, Mrs. Susan J. Beazley, who lives in Georgia, Dr. R. M. Foster, W. D. Foster, Cordelia Richards, Mary A. Fuller, Thomas A. Foster and Sofiah G. Hughes. Col. John A. Foster was wounded in the Battle of Wilson’s Creek and died at the Campbell House in Springfield MO in 1861. She was a member of the Christian Church at Sparta. She first joined the Baptist church early in life. She has been a devoted Christian always ready to make sacrifices for the good of others. But Christ hath also suffered for sin, the just for the unjust