Obituaries

May 10, 2008

Kathcart, Kevin Dean

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Kevin Dean Kathcart

Kevin Kathcart of Potosi, Missouri was born on April 29, 1957 in Cadet, Missouri and departed this life on May 6, 2008 at the St. Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of fifty-one years and seven days.

Kevin is survived by his mother and step-father, Gloria Jean and Ross Roberson of Mineral Point, Missouri; two daughters, April Kathcart and Chelsey Kathcart; two sons, Brandon Brown and Dillon Kathcart; one brother, Tim Kathcart of Potosi, Missouri; one grandson, Brody Brown; his life partner, Angie; also surviving are other relatives and friends.  Kevin was preceded in death by his father, Robert “Bob” Dean Kathcart, grandparents, Gladys and Logan George Kathcart and Dorothy and Bernard Portell, nephew, Logan Eli Kathcart and aunt, Marion “Kitty” Rolens.

Kevin or as his friends called him “Killer” enjoyed riding his Harley, playing the harmonica, searching for antiques and going to yard sales.  He loved fishing, driving his truck all over the United States and watching the Discovery and History Channels.  Kevin had a great relationship with his brother, Tim.
Visitation was held Friday, May 9, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 9:45 AM at the Moore Funeral Homes, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Mass was celebrated Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 10:00 AM at the St. James Catholic Church, Potosi, Missouri with Father George Galovich officiating.  Honoring Kevin by serving as pallbearers were: Tim Kathcart, Jerry Nelson, Joe Boyer, Jimmy Benson, Donnie Isgriggs, Pete Coleman, Scott Portell and Scott Forrester.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

May 6, 2008

White, Barbara Ellen

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Barbara Ellen White

Barbara White of Fredericktown, Missouri formerly of Irondale, Missouri was born on Tuesday, July 4, 1933 in Desloge, Missouri a daughter of the late, Beulah (Welch) Horton and Harold Horton. Barbara departed this life on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the St. Joseph Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of seventy-four years, nine months and twenty-seven days.

Barbara was united in marriage to David Emmett White on February 8, 1952 in Irondale, Missouri and they were blessed with eleven children.

Barbara is survived by three daughters, Jackie Taylor and husband, John of St. Clair, Missouri, Pamela White of Farmington, Missouri, Anita Matzker and husband, Joe of Patterson, Missouri; seven sons, Donald White and wife, Audrey of Rome, New York, David White of Pensacola, Florida, Jesse White and wife, Connie of Farmington, Missouri, Michael White and wife, Mary of Bismarck, Missouri, Steven White and wife, Patti of Potosi, Missouri, Joseph White and wife, Renee of Glasgow, Kentucky, Ronald White and wife, Tracy of Bonne Terre, Missouri; four sisters, Brenda McLeod of Potosi, Missouri, Linda McLeod and husband, Joe of Irondale, Missouri, Joyce O’Neail and husband, Gale of Irondale, Missouri, Karen Barton and Bill Bowling of Irondale, Missouri; two brothers, Kenneth Horton and wife, Deanna of Bonne Terre, Missouri, Harold Horton and wife, Diane of Irondale, Missouri; thirty grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. David Emmett White, one son, Thomas White and one great grandson, Eric Warren.

Barbara enjoyed attending the Mount Olive Baptist Church, Piedmont, Missouri and serving her Lord. She also enjoyed going fishing, singing in church and at home. She was a member of “Sweet Adelines”. Barbara loved cooking for large family gatherings and spending time with her wonderful family. She looked forward to eating lunch on Saturdays with her grandson, Ronnie at Stockoff Memorial Nursing Center in Fredericktown, Missouri.

Barbara was a woman filled with tremendous love, showing it to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed by her immediate family, her extended family and everyone who was fortunate and blessed to know her.

Visitation was held Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Sunday, May 4, 2008 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Sunday, May 4, 2008 at 1:00 PM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend Lindell Sikes officiating.

Serving as pallbearers were; Jeremy Matzker, Jesse White Jr., Justin White, Jason Aldridge, Jacob Buerk, Michael White Jr., Josh Buerk and Robbie White.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Hopewell Cemetery, Mineral Point, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

May 3, 2008

Forshee, Juanita

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Juanita Berniece Forshee

Juanita Forshee of Leadwood, Missouri was born on Thursday, January 3, 1929 in Stony Point, Missouri a daughter of the late, Frances (DeMier) Mosier and Winfred Mosier.  Juanita departed this life on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the Georgian Gardens Nursing Home, Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of seventy-nine years, three months and twenty-seven days.

Juanita was united in marriage to Frank E. Forshee in July of 1961 in Desloge, Missouri.

Juanita is survived by one sister, Ruth Thompson of Potosi, Missouri; one brother, Lessel Mosier and wife, Carol of Potosi, Missouri; two nieces, one nephew, two great nieces, four great nieces and one great great niece also surviving are other relatives and many friends.  In addition to her parents, Juanita was preceded in death by her loving husband, Frank Forshee, one brother, Chester Mosier, one sister-in-law, Rosie Mosier, one brother-in-law, Russell Thompson and one nephew, Verlin Mosier.

Juanita was a longtime member of the Providence Baptist Church, Bonne Terre, Missouri.  She enjoyed flower gardening and tending to her beautiful yard.  Juanita also enjoyed crocheting and visiting her family and friends.

Visitation was held Friday, May 2, 2008 from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend Darrell Jauch officiating.  Honoring Juanita by serving as pallbearers were: Lynn Portell, Mark Krause, Chris Mosier and Buck Degonia.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Germania Cemetery, Bonne Terre, Missouri.

Memorials may be directed to the Germania Cemetery for the maintenance and upkeep, checks may be made, C/O Juanita Politte and sent to Germania Cemetery 1397 Old Cadet Rd., Bonne Terre, MO 63628.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

May 2, 2008

Skaggs, Percy L.

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Percy Leon Skaggs, Sr.

Percy L. Skaggs, Sr. of Mineral Point, Missouri was born on May 30, 1918 in Palmer, Missouri a son of the late, Abagail (Cover) Skaggs and Ferd Skaggs.  Percy departed this life on April 28, 2008 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital, Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of eighty-nine years, ten months and twenty-nine days.

Percy was united in marriage to Rosetta Gibson on February 11, 1949 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Percy is survived by his loving wife, Rosetta Skaggs of Mineral Point, Missouri; one daughter, Jeannie Bridgeman and husband, Don of Leadwood, Missouri; two sons, Percy Skaggs, Jr. of Potosi, Missouri, Ed Lawson and wife, Belinda of Arcadia, Missouri; one brother, Glenwood Skaggs of Springtown, Missouri; seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.  In addition to his parents, Percy was preceded in death by one sister, Ruby Gibson, three brothers, Pearl Skaggs, Wilburn Skaggs an infant brother and loyal pet, Rip.

Percy or as many of his family and friends called him Pa, loved family gatherings and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  He had joined the C.C. Camp as a young man and worked as a carpenter.  Percy also worked as a firefighter in California in the Big Red Woods Forests and Oregon.  He also enjoyed woodworking and vegetable gardening.  Pa was a kind hearted, generous man who will be greatly missed.

Visitation was held Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Friday, May 2, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Friday, May 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend George DeClue officiating.  Honoring Percy by serving as pallbearers were: Martin Thomas, Rick Hurt, Robert Keay, Roger Skaggs, Marty Stringer and Tracy Hovick.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Sunset Hill Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

May 1, 2008

Coleman, Joe “Rev”

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Joseph Charles Coleman

Joe “Rev” Coleman of Potosi, Missouri was born on Saturday, December 31, 1949 in Cadet, Missouri to the late, Mandy (Emily) Coleman and Willy Coleman. Joe departed this life on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at the Des Peres Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of fifty-eight years, three months and twenty-seven days.

Joe was united in marriage to Rita Aubuchon on March 19, 1976 in Hillsboro, Missouri.

Joe is survived by his loving wife, Rita Coleman of Potosi, Missouri; one daughter, Yvonne Renee Wilson-Beard and husband Ricky and two grandsons, Ryan Beard and Riley Beard of Peoria, Illinois; two sisters, Lily Coleman and husband, Bud of Cadet, Missouri, Geraldine Carol Rawe and husband, Harold of Cadet, Missouri; two brothers, Jack Coleman of Cadet, Missouri, Bob Coleman and wife, Barb of Dexter, Missouri; mother-in-law, Margie Aubuchon of Mineral Point, Missouri; also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and many, many friends. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by one daughter, JoLyn Coleman, father-in-law, James “Speck” Aubuchon and sister-in-law, Sally Coleman.

Joe enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on July 23, 1969 in St. Louis, Missouri serving during the Vietnam era receiving the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. He was honorably discharged on July 20, 1973 in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Joe or as many of his family and friends called him “Rev” enjoyed playing his guitar, fishing and going hunting. He was a member of the Amvets Post 48 DeSoto, Missouri and also enjoyed driving his dump truck. Joe loved his grandsons and his two favorite dogs Winston, now deceased and Beauregard and the time and fun they had together. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends.

Visitation was held Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Thursday, May 1, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 10:00 AM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend Don Strauser officiating.

Honoring Joe by serving as pallbearers were: Sean Martin, Eric Aubuchon, Brandon Smith, Alex Coleman, Rick Beard, Riley Beard and Ryan Beard.

Final Prayers and burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri. Where Joe received full military honors consisting of a firing party, taps, flag folding and presentation.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

April 21, 2008

Guffy, Mary M.

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Mary M. Guffy

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Mary Guffy of Potosi, Missouri was born on Wednesday, March 1, 1911 in St. James, Missouri a daughter of the late, Minnie Mae (Clark) Matlock and Ferd Matlock.  Mary departed this life on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home, Potosi, Missouri at the age of Ninety Seven years, One month and Sixteen days.

Mary was united in marriage to Nathaniel Burdette Guffy on March 28, 1936 in St. Louis, Missouri and this union was blessed with one daughter.

Mary is survived by nieces, Jo Anne Griggs of St. Louis, Missouri, Nancy Kline of St. Louis, Missouri, Mary Ann Mulrooney of Seattle, Washington; nephews, Medwick Matlock of Dyer, Indiana, Herman “Pistol” Matlock of Malone, New York; also surviving is her church family and many many friends.  In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, Nathaniel “Burt” Guffy on April 15, 1985 and daughter, Della Guffy on December 10, 2006, two sisters, Bertha Martin, Sarah Mulrooney and three brothers, Archie Matlock, Henry Matlock and Herman Matlock.

Mary was a faithful member of the Covenant Grace Church of God, Springtown, Missouri.  She enjoyed traveling all over the United States and sewing.  Mary loved Della and the time they spent together.  She will be cherished in the hearts of all she has touched.

Visitation was held Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 2:00 PM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend Bob Thurman officiating.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Redbud Memorial Gardens, Potosi, Missouri. Serving as Pallbearers were Roy Kean, Rick Wade, Ray Rulo, Cleo Shepard, Bob Pyatt and Medwick Matlock.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

April 16, 2008

Mosier, Beulah Rosie

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    Beulah Rosie Mosier

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Beulah Rosie Mosier of Potosi, Missouri was born on Monday, December 29, 1924 in Valles Mines, Missouri a daughter of the late, Amanda (Cain) Toppings and Charley Toppings.  Beulah departed this life on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home, Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of eighty-three years, three months and fifteen days.

Beulah was united in marriage to Chester Wesley Mosier in October of 1947 in Bonne Terre, Missouri and this union was blessed with two sons.

Beulah is survived by one son, Terry Mosier and wife, Ruby of Mineral Point, Missouri; three grandchildren, Terry Jr., Christopher and Michael; one great granddaughter, Catherine Rose; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Thompson of Potosi, Missouri, Juanita Forshee of Leadwood, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Lessel Mosier and wife, Carol of Potosi, Missouri.  In addition to her parents, Beulah was preceded in death by her loving husband, Chester Mosier on November 25, 2007, one son, Verlin Mosier, one sister, Bernice Charboneau, one half sister, Eva Delores Harris, one brother, Lawrence Toppings and three half brothers, Charles Toppings, Roy Toppings and James Toppings.

Beulah enjoyed living and working on the farm and especially taking care of the calves.  She loved cooking and spending time with her family and friends.  Beulah was a very kind generous woman who will be very deeply missed by everyone she knew.

Visitation was held Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Reverend Jim Kelley officiating.  A special tribute was offered by Terry’s Chrysler Corp. Chaplain, James Teasley.  Serving as pallbearers were: Christopher Mosier, Michael Mosier, Larry Mosier, Clyde Vandergriff and Roger Vandergriff.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Germania Cemetery, Bonne Terre, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

April 7, 2008

Owens, Gloria

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Sergeant Gloria Marie Owens

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Sgt. Gloria M. Owens of Potosi, Missouri was born on Sunday, February 19, 1967 in Potosi, Missouri and received her Very Honorable separation from this life on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the John Cochran Veterans Administration Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of forty-one years, one month and fifteen days.

Gloria is survived by her mother and father, Nola (Coleman) Owens and Sam Owens of Potosi, Missouri; five sisters, Barbara Owens of Belgrade, Missouri, Carol Owens of Belgrade, Missouri, Tammy Moehsmer of Union, Missouri, Janie DeClue and husband, Billy of Cadet, Missouri, Yvonne McClain of Oakville, Missouri; one brother, Sammy Owens and wife, Mary of Hampton, Virginia; friend, Michelle Coxwell of Cadet, Missouri; six nieces, five nephews, two great nieces, other relatives, many friends and fellow soldiers of the 1035th and 735th National Guard Units.  Gloria was preceded in death by one nephew, Tyler DeClue.

Gloria served in the Air Force, Air Guard and was currently enlisted in the National Guard.  While serving, she received the Army Commendation Medal (2nd Award), Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Reserve Component Overseas Training and many more.  Gloria loved and enjoyed her career in the military and will be greatly missed by the many lives she has touched throughout the world.

She loved spending time with family, especially her nieces and nephews, who she would hug at every opportunity she had.  Gloria enjoyed playing card games, bingo and listening to all types of music.  She also enjoyed spending time with her friends, fishing and gardening.   Gloria was a remarkable person whose memory will be cherished by all of her family and many friends.

Visitation was held Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Monday, April 7, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Service was held Monday, April 7, 2008 at 10:00 AM at the Moore Memorial Chapel, Potosi, Missouri with Father Ted Pieper officiating.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the St. Joachim Catholic Cemetery, Old Mines, Missouri where Sgt. Gloria received full military honors consisting of the firing party, taps, flag folding and presentation.  Honoring Gloria by serving as pallbearers were her fellow Soldiers of the 1035th and 735th National Guard Units: Sgt. Darrell Rankin, Retired SFC Woody Walker, Sgt. Charles Shepard, SFC Raymond Alford, Sgt. Charles Stephens, MSG Tim Lowe, SSG David Heath and Warrant Officer 1 John Crochunis.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

April 3, 2008

Chazelle, Mary E.

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Mary Eugenia Chazelle

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Mary Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri was born on Monday, October 11, 1909 in Cruise, Missouri a daughter of the late, Mary “Mamie” (Catlett) Recar and Robert James Recar.  Mary departed this life on Monday, March 31, 2008 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home in Potosi, Missouri having reached the age of ninety-eight years, five months and twenty days.

Mary was united in marriage to Annas Claude Chazelle and this union was blessed with eleven children.

Mary is survived by three daughters, Margaret Tingler and husband, Garold of Kansas City, Missouri, Patricia Johnson and husband, Jim of Waterford, Wisconsin, Jynelle Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri; six sons, Annas “Junior” Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri, Robert Chazelle and wife, Valerie of Potosi, Missouri, Charles A. Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri, Ronald Chazelle and wife, Sandy of St. Louis, Missouri, Wayne Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri, Michael Chazelle and wife, Terri of Potosi, Missouri; one sister, Helen Jackson of DeSoto, Missouri; nineteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Marvel Chazelle of Potosi, Missouri; also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, Annas Claude Chazelle, one son, Leroy Chazelle, one daughter, Rose Marie Pinson and her husband, Oscar Pinson, daughter-in-law, Betty Chazelle, three sisters, Sister Mary Alda, Rachel Recar, Iola Daugherty, four brothers, Benard Recar, Michael Recar, Lawrence Recar, Robert Recar.

Mary loved her faith in God and prayed the Rosary daily, she enjoyed visits from priests and was a very faithful parishioner of the St. James Catholic Church, Potosi, Missouri.  She enjoyed taking care of and riding her horses.  Mary loved her family and was always concerned about others before herself.  She also enjoyed gardening, canning, baking and cooking with her favorite being, chicken and dumplings and reading, especially the Independent Journal.  Mary’s love and sense of humor brought countless memories of joy to all.  Her heart was without limit.  She was a dedicated Christian who committed acts of kindness without seeking recognition.  Her heart and spirit will live on in all who have been touched by her and were privileged to experience her deep love.

Visitation was held Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a prayer service at 6:30 PM and Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 9:45 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM at the St. James Catholic Church, Potosi, Missouri with Father George Galovich officiating.

Honoring Mary by serving as pallbearers were: Donald Chazelle, Allen Chazelle, Jeff Johnson, Jim Chazelle, Jeff Chazelle and Mike Chazelle.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

April 2, 2008

Rolens, Marian “Kitty”

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Marian “Kitty” Sue Rolens

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“Kitty” Rolens of Potosi, Missouri was born on Wednesday, October 20, 1937 in Anthonies Mill, Missouri a daughter of the late, Gladys Marie (Kimberlin) Kathcart and Logan Kathcart.  “Kitty” departed this life on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri having reached the age of seventy years, five months and nine days.

“Kitty” was united in marriage to Leroy Rolens on April 29, 1955 and this union was blessed with three children.

“Kitty” is survived by her husband, Leroy Rolens of Potosi, Missouri; two daughters, Marcia Paton and husband, Jonathan of Cuba, Missouri, Madonna Rolens and Mikeal Daniels of Lake Eufaula, Oklahoma; four sisters, Phyllis Vance and husband, Carl of St. Charles, Missouri, Sharon Forrester and husband, Wesley of Potosi, Missouri, Glenda Farrow and husband, Perry of Potosi, Missouri, Debbie Belfield of Mineral Point, Missouri; four grandchildren, Jennifer, Suzanne, Erika and Katie; two great grandchildren, Bailee and Cadynce “Kitty”; five sisters-in-law, Sally Warren and husband, Carl of Branson, Missouri, Mary Benoist and husband, Mike of Park Hills, Missouri, Cathy Hummel and husband, Bob of Hominy, Oklahoma, Georgia Dempsey and husband, Kenneth of Blair, Oklahoma, Laura Leffert and husband, Gary of DeSoto, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Art Rolens and wife, Wilma of Imperial, Missouri; dear and special friends, Connie and Skip Sayers of Potosi, Missouri, David Hochstater of Potosi, Missouri; also surviving are many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents, “Kitty” was preceded in death by one son, Mark Francis Rolens on February 18, 1959, one brother, Bob Kathcart, and brother-in-law, Floyd Rolens and wife, Janet Rolens.

“Kitty” attended the St. James Catholic Church of Potosi, Missouri.  She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  “Kitty” enjoyed traveling, shopping and also enjoyed cooking for all of her family and friends.  “Kitty” was employed at the Sayers Bison Ranch where she wore many hats and catered to the many visitors and staff. She was known for her great ability to take care of the fine details and turn an ordinary occasion into a memorable event. Her warm smile and open heart was always there for family and friends. “Kitty” will be very deeply missed by her family and many friends.

Visitation was held Tuesday, April 1, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 9:45 AM at the Moore Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.

A Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 10:00 AM at the St. James Catholic Church, Potosi, Missouri with Father George Galovich and Father James Finder officiating.

Honoring “Kitty” as Pallbearers were: Nathan Farrow, Scott Forrester, Greg Vance, Danny Rolens, David Widsom and James Rolens. Honorary Pallbearers were: Skip Sayers and David Hochstatter.

Final Prayers and Burial took place in the Calvary Cemetery, Potosi, Missouri.

Services were Entrusted to the Care and Direction of the Moore Funeral Homes, 105 Clark Street, Potosi, Missouri.

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