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Carole, a retired cook from the American River Transportation Co. which provides service on the Illinois, Ohio and Mississippi rivers, died Nov. 22, 2021, at Metropolis (Ill.) Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Her first husband was James [Walter Eugene, Otto, Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], son of Walter and Mildred Edith (Ball) Parmely. Carole was born about 1941, the daughter of Theodore F. and Thelma (Brinker) Eickholz, and lived in Metropolis, Massic County, Ill. She was a member of St. John Church. She is survived by son James Parmely; sister Wanda Korte; six grand- and 15 great-grandchildren. Carole was preceded in death by son Randall Irvin Parmely. Memorials may be made in Carole’s name to Project Hope Humane Society, P.O. Box 125, Metropolis, IL 62960. Arrangements were entrusted to Aikins-Farmer-Loftus-McManus Funeral Home. |
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Linda of Smith Mountain Lake, Va., the second wife of Robert Millis [Robert Earl, Egbert O., James Cooke, Rufus H., Henry K., Henry, Samuel, Joseph, Isaac, John, John], died April 7, 2021. She was born June 1, 1949, the daughter of Jesse M. and Dorothy Marriam (Sheppard) Sheppard. In addition to her husband, her survivors include stepsons Thomas and Bobby Parmelee; brother Aubrey Sheppard; sister Eunice S. Jones; and step-granddaughters Breanna and Kylie Parmelee. She was preceded in death by previous husbands Paul G. Caldwell and Rodney Francis. Burial was at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Christiansburg. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home in Blacksburg. |
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Wilma, widow of William H. [Simon "Earl" Earl, John Henry, William M., William C., --?--] died Nov. 22, 2021, in North Manchester, Wabash County, Ind. She was born June 8, 1927, the daughter of Marion Tanguy and Elva Ann (Wagoner) Kinzie, in Flora, Carroll County, Ind. Wilma was a 1945 graduate of North Manchester's Central High School and went on to attend beauty school in Fort Wayne. She and William were married Nov. 5, 1946. Many laughs in their home were shared over games of Yahtzee and cards. Among Wilma's survivors are daughters Randi Tobias of North Manchester, Rita Parmerlee of Howe, LaGrange County, Ind.; sister Doris Weimer of Massachusetts; and 11 grand-, 15 great-grand- and nine great-great-grandchildren. In addition to William, she was preceded in death by son Ronald in 2005; brothers Vernon and Dale Kinzie; and sisters Ruth Amos, Vada Longenecker and Freda Hulme. |
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Alpha, a longtime resident of Ashtabula, Ashtabula County, Ohio, and former wife of Richard D. [Harry, William
"Garfield," Thomas J., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died Jan. 5, 2021,
at St. Ann's Mt. Carmel Hospital in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. Alpha was the secretary, bookkeeper and
clerk for the Ashtabula City Sanitation Department for 23 years, retiring in 1992. She was born April 5, 1927, the
daughter of Lester R. and Opal (Curtis) Williams in Jefferson, Ashtabula County, Ohio. She was a member of the
Jefferson Church of the Nazarene and served in several lay positions over five decades. She played in the church
softball league and enjoyed writing, reading, crocheting and playing the accordion. Among her survivors are
daughter Rachel Bell of Columbus; sister Kathie Watts of Ashtabula; and four grand- and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceding
her in death were brothers Robert in infancy, Esker, Roy and Ronald Williams. Burial was in Oakdale Cemetery. Fleming &
Billman Funeral Directors and Crematory was in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be directed to the John
Hagee Ministries, PO Box 1400, San Antonio, TX 78295-1400. 
Elaine, of Wilmington, Hanover County, N.C., widow of Benjamin Jacobs [Edgar Goodsell, Charles E., George,
William, William, Joseph, Isaac, John, John], died May 11, 2021. She was born Dec. 14, 1938, the daughter of
George Leon and Patricia (Boyd) Carroll, in Mullins, Marion County, S.C. Elaine began her education in South
Carolina, at the Horry County grammar school in Conway. Due to her academic excellence, she skipped the
seventh grade. During her senior year, she was the head typist for The Wildcat student newspaper at New Hanover
High School, where she graduated in 1956. Elaine went on to graduate from the University of North Carolina
Wilmington. She worked as a medical transcriptionist at James Walker Memorial Hospital, Cape Fear Memorial
Hospital, New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Dr. Thaddeus Coin's private practice. She was a previous ruling elder
and president of the Ladies of Pearsall Presbyterian Church and a member of First Baptist Church in Wilmington. Elaine is
survived by brother George; sister Linda; and her best friend of 60 years, Gloria Hood. Burial was at Wilmington's
Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family is sure she stopped by the Rainbow Bridge to collect all her cats -- especially Inky --
on her flight to heaven. 
Barb [Morrill T., De Vere "Dee," Walter "William," John, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John]
died May 20, 2021, surrounded by her children at her home in Osceola, St. Joseph County, Ind. Barb was born
Dec. 25, 1931, the daughter of Morrill and Dorothy (Varner) Parmley, on the Varner family homestead at Mounds,
Pulaski County, Ill. After the start of World War II, the family moved to South Bend, St. Joseph County, Ind., the
area she would live for most of her life. Barb was a graduate of the former South Bend Central High School and
worked at Wilson Brothers, Bendix Aviation, Associated Investments and then became a homemaker as her
children were growing up. Later, she became a nursing assistant and retired from Memorial Home Health Care.
She was active in the Avalon Grotto and, while a member, served as president of the Ladies Auxiliary. Barb, who enjoyed
genealogy, was a longtime member of the Schuyler Colfax Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. In her
younger years, she enjoyed bowling, quilting, and tending her flower gardens. She loved to play cards and was a regular at
Mishawaka's Battell Center. She attended Osceola United Methodist Church for many years. Barb had three husbands: Gay
Albert Ellis, whom she married Jan. 6, 1949, shortly after high school; Robert Dujardin, in 1966; and William Roland Seaton,
on March 22, 1984. All three preceded her in death. Barb is survived by son David Eugene Ellis of Cross Hill, Laurens
County, S.C.; daughters Sheryl Ellis LaMar of Valrico, Hillsborough County, Fla., and Rebecca Dujardin Mathes of New
Paris, Elkhart County, Ind.; stepson Lamar Seaton of South Bend; brother James of Granger, St. Joseph County, Ind.; and five
grand- and two great-grandchildren. She also was predeceased by brother Merrill Eugene Parmley and a grandson. Burial
was at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Cruz Family Funeral Home in Osceola handled arrangements. 
Betty [Issac H., Ellsberry "Berry" S., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a
homemaker and the wife of Thomas D. Saxton, died Aug. 10, 2021, in Bethel Springs, McNairy County, Tenn. She
was born Aug. 22, 1948, in Ramer, McNairy County, Tenn., the daughter of Issac H. and Katie "Ilene" (Littlejohn)
Parmely. Betty and Thomas were married April 16, 1966, and together they worked the family farm. Every year
she raised a beautiful vegetable garden which she worked in from sunup to sundown. When she wasn't in her
garden, she was tending to her many flowers. She loved listening to a variety of music, playing the guitar, and
attended Mt. Zion Baptist Church in McNairy. In addition to her husband, Betty is survived by son Bryan of Bethel
Springs; daughters Shelia Graham and Amanda Gentry, both of Bethel Springs; brothers Bennie, 
Billy [Issac H., Ellsberry "Berry" S., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John]
died Sept. 16, 2021, in Corinth, Alcorn County, Miss. He was born July 26, 1947, the son of Issac and Katie
"Ilene" (Littlejohn) Parmely, in McNairy County, Tenn. Billy worked 30-plus years for Harman Automotive in
Bolivar, Hardeman County, Tenn., and enjoyed square dancing, gardening and baseball. He was baptized at
Eastside Church of Christ. His survivors include sons Kevin, Shane, Tommy and Adam, all of Selmer, McNairy
County, Tenn.; brothers Bennie, James and 
Brownie [Thaddeus "Gene" Eugene, Thaddeus "Thad," William Harrison, Robert, Robert, John, Giles, Hiel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a retired educator and football coach, died May 5, 2021, at Marigold House in
Alexandria, Rapides Parish, La. He was born Oct. 16, 1937, the son of Thaddeus and Wilva (Whitlock) Parmley,
in Dumas, Moore County, Texas. He coached teams in Arkansas and Louisiana, the last team being the Bolton High
School Bears in Alexandria. Brownie also was an avid golfer. He is survived by sons Eric and Brian; sister Dena
Stoker; grandson Brad Parmley; and great-grandchildren Michael, Annabelle and Samuel Parmley. He was
preceded in death by his wife, the former 
Connie [LeRoy "Roy" George, Harry Edwin, Frederick Luman, James Edwin, Luman H., --?--] of Atlanta,
Montgomery County, Mich., died Oct. 25, 2021, at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland, Midland County,
Mich. She was born Sept. 27, 1954, the daughter of 
Catherine, a longtime nurse and widow of 
C.A. [Charles Arthur "Doc," William Parin, Joel Parin, Parin "Payne," Elihu, Elihu, Nathaniel, Nathaniel,
Nathaniel, John, John], a retired Kansas highway patrolman, died Feb. 18, 2021, at his home. He was born June
29, 1937, the son of Charles and 
Chuck [Wilfred A., Charles Henry, Rufus Electus, Rufus Clark, Ebenezer, Oliver, Jonathan, Joshua, John,
John], the former chairman of the board of the Toronto Harbour Commission, died Feb. 14, 2021, at Bridgepoint
Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with his partner, Kathy Murphy, at his side. Chuck was born about 1933, the
son of Wilfred and Lillas (Stitt) Parmelee, in Ottawa. Chuck graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada
in mechanical engineering in 1954. The following year he earned a bachelor's in mechanical engineering from
McGill University, a bachelor's in science from RMC in 1956, and an master's in business administration from
Western University in 1960. His long and varied career included working for Shell Oil, Atlas Steel and Drake
Personnel before beginning 20 years of working with and for Stephen Roman, chairman and founder of the Roman Corp.
Chuck traveled the world seeking opportunities for the company in oil, gas and mining exploration as well as other business
sectors, culminating as president of the Roman Corp. After Mr. Roman’s death, Chuck moved to Vancouver, British Columbia,
as president and CEO of Graymont Ltd. He returned to Toronto to serve as the federal government’s representative on the
Board of the Toronto Harbour Commission, serving as commissioner and chairman of the board for a decade. He was
instrumental in gaining support and funding for the lakefront Toronto Music Garden and for the development and expansion of
the Toronto Island Airport. Chuck loved his yacht, Super Date, and all activities that flowed from it. While a member of the
Royal Canadian Yacht Club, he served as treasurer, vice commodore and commodore, and led the search and design for the
RCYC City Club. As president of his condominium corporation, King's Landing, he supported and facilitated the National
Ballet of Canada Walter Carsen Centre's move to King’s Landing. Chuck enjoyed playing squash and tennis, and skiing with
friends. He was a serious car enthusiast who always had the latest and greatest shiny new one. Chuck is survived by sisters
Helen O’Brien and Janet Hutchison. He was precede in death by two wives, the former 
Denny, husband of Susan Diane (Parmley) [William Laurence, Walter Lee "Lee," George Washington, Edward
Mitchison, Samuel, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died Feb. 9, 2021, at Washington Regional
Medical Center in Fayetteville, Washington County, Ark. He was born Oct. 5, 1938, the son of Charles "Bill"
Lilburn and Letha Vernette (Clevidence) Bray, in North Little Rock, Pulaski County, Ark. Denny graduated from
North Little Rock High in 1956, and attended college at Ouachita Baptist and Arkansas State Teachers College
(now the University of Central Arkansas). He worked at the YMCA in Houston and Waco, Texas, and was active
in running and other outdoor sports. He was in sales during much of his later life, and worked the last 15 years for
First Security Bank. Denny served as elder for the Woodlands Church of Christ in Shenandoah, Texas, and the Old Wire Road
Church of Christ in Fayetteville. In addition to his wife of 59 years, he is survived by sons Bill of Amarillo, Potter County,
Texas, and Stuart of Fayetteville; and five grand- and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother
Kenneth E. The Westfield Chapel in Springdale, Ark., was in charge of arrangements. 
Cheryl, former wife of Ross Alan [Lonie Ross, Gerald L., Fred Scott Rochester, Chester Alanson, Jason, Luther,
Ozias, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], of Portland, Ionia County, Mich., died Nov. 4, 2021. Cheryl
was born Jan. 23, 1964, in Merced, Merced County, Calif., and graduated high school in Chandler, Maricopa
County, Ariz. Her father, Joseph, was in the Air Force so she grew up traveling the country. Cheryl enjoyed the
beach, being warm, sipping a margarita (not made with sweet-sour mix), online shopping (she had impeccable
taste), watching hours of The Food Network on end, drinking coffee (mostly to hold the hot cup -- we told you she
liked to be warm), quilting and sewing, making jewelry, reading, playing classical guitar, harassing her children
(for fun), country music and cooking (which everybody loved). Through her battle with illness, she taught her children to be
strong and resilient, to never give up on their dreams and goals, and to always put family first. In addition to her father, Cheryl
is survived by sons Scott, Michael, Travis and Cade Parmelee; daughter Shea Elliott; brother Joe; sisters Tracy and Michelle;
and grandchildren Bristol, Charlotte and Ophelia Parmalee. Lehman Funeral Homes was in charge of arrangements. 
Dale [Edward T., Ernest P., James, --?--], a farmer and local civic leader, died Feb. 22, 2021, in his hometown
of Auburn, Cayuga County, N.Y. He was born Aug. 5, 1939, the son of Edward and 
David [Issac H., Ellsberry "Berry" S., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a
retired grain elevator worker, died Dec. 22, 2021, in Adamsville, McNairy County, Tenn. He was born March 23,
1954, the son of Isaac and Katie "Ilene" (Littlejohn) Parmely, in Selmer, McNairy County, Tenn. David worked for
Thyssenkrupp Elevator for 37 years, retiring in 2016. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his sons and brothers,
dancing, coaching girls' softball and working his flower beds. He was a member of Sulphur Springs Methodist
Church. He is survived by his widow, the former Bonnie King; son Scotty of Selmer; daughter Krystle of Selmer;
stepson, Joseph Hardin of Jackson, Madison County, Tenn.; stepdaughters Alissa Smith of Savannah, Hardin
County, Tenn., and Laura Wheeler of Milan, Gibson County, Tenn.; brothers Bennie and James, both of Selmer; sisters Mary
Thacker of Bethel Springs, McNairy County, Tenn., and Carolyn Hensley of Ramer, McNairy County, Tenn.; grandchildren
Blake, Bradly and Baylee Parmely; and five step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son 
Donna, the wife of Curtis C. [Narvel, Roscoe Samuel, Andrew "Jiff," Miles R., Garner, John, Giles, Hiel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died May 24, 2021, at her home in Monticello, Wayne County, Ky. She was
born March 7, 1952, the daughter of Whitt and Neva (Perkins) Dean, in Wayne County, and was a member of Faith
United Baptist Church. She is survived by husband Curtis, whom she married in 1974 and in 1987; son Curtis
"Shawn" Parmley; daughter Angela Morgan Carrender; and a granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her
second husband, David Morgan. Burial was in Monticello's Elk Springs Cemetery. New’s Monticello Funeral
Home was in charge of arrangements. 
Ellen, an advocate for education and widow of Wayne [Ferrill J., James Wilbur, Melvin Augustus, Ellsworth,
Sylvanus, John, Jeremiah, Lemuel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died June 5, 2021, at Sullivan Park
Rehabilitation Center in Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Wash. Ellen was born Aug. 28, 1923, the daughter of
Tracy James and Iona (Snider) Purrington, in Beemer, Cuming County, Neb. In 1934, the family moved to South
Dakota where Ellen lived most of her life. She attended Highland Center Grade School, graduated from St.
Lawrence High School in 1941, and then earned her teaching certificate at Madison Normal School. Ellen and
Wayne were married Dec. 21, 1943, at her parents' home. She taught in Pearl Township, Hand County, and Grant
Township, Lincoln County, and worked as an aide at the Bates and Spring Lake country schools. She also taught Sunday and
Bible school classes at Highland Center and Rose Hill Church. Ellen taught music at Spring Lake and played for the Sunday
school children at Rose Hill Church. She gave her grand- and great-grandsons piano lessons and taught them to dance to Bing
Crosby tunes in her living room. She became a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Miller, and was a member of
Rainbow Welcome Club, South Hand Extension Club, Republican Women Assn., St. Lawrence Tops and other organizations.
She enjoyed newspaper crosswords, crocheting, knitting, tatting, reading and, best of all, welcoming visitors to her home with
coffee, homemade goodies, and hours of good conversations and laughter. Ellen is survived by daughters Farryle Wendel of
Spokane, Darla Lawver of Hartford, Minnehaha County, S.D., and Sena Rombough of Miller, Hand County, S.D.; seven
grand-, nine great-grand- and various step-grandchildren. In addition to husband Wayne, she was preceded in death by
brothers Russell and James; and sister Lurabel Evans. Inurnment was in St. Lawrence Cemetery. Carlsen Funeral Home and
Crematory of Aberdeen was in charge of arrangements. 
Elizabeth [unplaced], of Metropolis, Massac County, Ill., died April 11, 2021, at TriStar Hendersonville Medical
Center in Hendersonville, Sumner County, Tenn. She was born Aug. 31, 1962, the daughter of John Albert and
Sharon L. McCutcheon. Elizabeth worked several years as a bakery manager. The kitchen was her happy place:
She loved to cook and bake for her family. Elizabeth was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed "The Andy Griffith Show"
and had a love for her country. Among her survivors are sons Steven Edward, Joseph Kane and Nicholas Clay
Parmley; brothers John and Jim McCutcheon; sisters Erin Evans and Andrea Riepe; and 10 grandchildren,
including Natalie, Wesley, Fiona, Bryce, Jaxon, Brycen, Serenity and Issac Parmley. Her brother Robert preceded
her in death. Lindsey Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 
Bill [Harold Leon, George Wilson, George, Epaphroditus, Aaron, Cornelius, Josiah, Nathaniel, Nathaniel,
John, John], a teacher and hotelier, died Jan. 10, 2021, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville,
Putnam County, Tenn. He was born July 7, 1944, the son of Harold and Alice (Stacey) Parmelee, in Middletown,
Middlesex County, Conn. After graduating Middletown High School in 1962, he earned a bachelor's in education
from West Virginia Wesleyan College and a master's in education from the University of Bridgeport. He taught at
Old Saybrook schools from 1976 to '85, and then moved to Cookeville where he purchased the Star Motor Inn.
Among his survivors are brothers Harold of Bloomfield, Hartford County, Conn., and Charles of Higganum,
Middlesex County, Conn. David Stephens, Sherri Abston and the Star Motor Inn staff are the family that took wonderful care
of him in Tennessee. Sister Donna Bryant preceded him in death. Burial was at Haddam Cemetery. Memorial contributions
can be made to the Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter, 2650 Gainesboro Grade, Cookeville, TN 38501. 
Gordon [Thomas "Gordon" Gordon, Newland Muhlenburg, Henson Greenland, Aladdin "Burg," John, Giles,
Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a photographer and teacher, was born Dec. 28, 1948, the son of Thomas
and Elizabeth "Oma Lee" Parmley, in Warren County, Tenn. After the death of his father, he was adopted by his
father-by-love, Edwin Cirgil Mayfield. Young Gordon spent his formative years attempting to jump off the house
with an umbrella parachute and "borrowing" tires off construction wheelbarrows to build go-carts. While his Army
dad was stationed in Maryland, he attended school in Baltimore and was an upstanding member of the "safety
patrol," helping people cross the street. His family gave him the moniker "Buster" as a tribute to an uncle who died
in World War II, and, as the youngest of four, he was adored by his older siblings. Gordon was a 1967 graduate of
McMinnville (Tenn.) Central High School where he earned trophies in football and baseball, and the title of "Bachelor of
Ugliness." He attended Middle Tennessee State University and became the first member of his family to earn a college degree.
He studied political science, not because of any future political career, but because of his love of learning and history. There
he met an Irving College girl, Nancy Woodlee. Despite her seeming disinterest and claims of needing to wash her hair, he
decided to court her. Fortunately, he acquired a hot rod Camaro to gain her attention, and she eventually fell in love with his
wit and charm. They were wed June 1, 1971. Gordon found a hobby in photography that would become a passion and a
career. And as fate would have it, his first photography class not only introduced him to the photographic arts but also to one
of his lifelong friends, Kent Grizzell, a fellow history buff and travel enthusiast who would accompany him on many road
trips. With his college degree, he began a career teaching old and interesting facts about Tennessee and the United States to
middle school students, and later established a photography class that allowed him to bring his teaching and photography
professions together. For more than 30 years, he created humorous nicknames for his students that sometimes stuck for life,
and gained superior skills in the sport of eraser throwing. Several students left his class with knowledge and more chalk on
their person than when they entered. During this time, Nancy gave birth to their first and ultimately his favorite child, Dachelle
"Shelly." He promptly named her Beano, much to her later chagrin. For 12 years, he would make her a bowl of Quaker Maple
and Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal with toast buttered on both sides. He would then wrap an unadulterated tuna fish sandwich
(on white bread) in Saran Wrap and send her off to school to gain the knowledge she needed to "rule the world." His love of
literature and sarcastic, droll humor was a bond between the two. Eleven years later, Lindsi was born and he discovered he
had two favorite children. He nicknamed her Cricket as a child because of her constant movement. Gordon spent hours
attending her many ballgames and shared a camera or two when she worked in the family business right out of college. They
bonded over sports, history and travel. He insisted he was glad he had daughters ("they smell better than boys"), and they
could count on him to slip them some cash as they went out the door. Gordon loved his grandchildren, treating them to lunch at
the local meat-and-three, dancing with them to his wild music, sharing ice cream, and attending all of their athletics, academic
and dance events. He traveled the globe in a desire to never stop learning and to see the world he enjoyed reading about.
Gordon took photos at weddings, schools, dances, reunions, businesses and at his studio. Each September, he could be found
under the grandstand at the Warren County A&L Fair surrounded by his work. He was a deacon at Bybee Branch Church of
Christ, a job he counted as an honor and spent many hours helping where he could. Among his survivors are widow Nancy,
daughters Dachelle McVey and Lindsi Green, and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother Nulin "Gene"
Parmley. Burial was at McMinnville's Armstrong Cemetery. Memorial donations be made to Meals on Wheels, 106 East End
Drive, McMinnville, TN 37110. High Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. 
Grace, widow of 
Ila, the first and "favorite" of Henry Lincoln [Thomas Benton, William Henry, John, Richard, Ephraim, Giles,
Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John] and Nany "Lucille" (Ratliff) Parmley's 
Jim, of Elk River, Clearwater County, Idaho, widower of Joyce L. [Merwin Delano, Guy Martin, Leander
Burton, Timothy Truman, Timothy, Mark, Job, John, John], died May 31, 2021. He was born April 18, 1929, the
son of Henry and Velma (Withem) Waldrop, in Robinson, Crawford County, Ill. Jim enlisted in the Army but was
discharged for being too young at 16. He wandered the country doing many jobs until he landed in Seattle, King
County, Wash., where he rejoined the Army. He served on active duty for 3½ years and was transferred to the
reserves for five. He was recalled during the Korean War and served in the 434 Combat Engineers, Korea 8th
Army. He and Joyce had eight children. After her death in 1986, he returned to the Seattle area where he managed a
gas station and owned a lawn care business before joining the Seattle Metro Bus Co. After retiring in 1991, Jim and his
second wife, the former Gladys Rogers, moved to Elk River and became well-known in the community. If you saw a golf cart,
it was Jim and Gladys. They enjoyed going to yard sales and then having yard sales. Jim loved to bargain. He could do just
about any job around the house. He loved his collections of pocket watches, clocks, knives, belt buckles, car and motorcycle
models and was always proud to show them to visitors. In his last year, he enjoyed puttering around town in his side-by-side.
Jim was preceded in death by both his wives, son Jeffrey, and brothers Leo, Eugene and Kenneth. Burial was at Elk River's
Three Pines Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Elk River Food Bank or Elk River Fire Department. 
Janet [Ralph Own, Owen Settles, Francis "Frank" Owen, Luman E., Lucius Seth, Seth, Giles, Jeremiah, Lemuel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], of Mount Airy, Carroll and Frederick counties, Md., died Oct. 12, 2021. She
was born Oct. 19, 1954, the daughter of Ralph and 
Eugenia, wife of Kenneth Ray [Raymond "Howard," Orlen R., Thomas J., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John] Parmely, died May 7, 2021, in Pocahontas, McNairy County, Tenn.
She was born Feb. 2, 1951, the daughter of Gene and Louise (Yarbrough) Kirk, in Ramer, McNairy County, Tenn.
She and Kenneth were married Dec. 12, 1969. Eugenia was a Ramer High School graduate. She enjoyed gardening
and flowers, and attended the Pocahontas Church of Christ. In addition to husband Kenneth, she is survived by son
Kirk of Pocahontas; sisters Regina Burch of Trenton, Gibson County, Tenn., Georgina Harbin of Counce, Hardin
County, Tenn.; and granddaughters Callie Parmely and Anna Beth Parmely, both of Pocahontas. 
John [John Hannemann, John Pearson, Joseph, Joseph, Joseph, Joseph, Henry, John, Edmond, John, --?--,
Henry], a farmer and draftsman, died Feb. 12, 2021, at his home in Watertown, Dodge County, Wis. He was born
Nov. 29, 1927, the son of John and Wilma (Jenkins) Parmley, in Mifflin, Iowa County, Wis. John was a 1945
graduate of Oconomowoc High School and attended the University of Wisconsin for Agriculture. He served as an
MP in the U.S. Army for 2½ years and earned an honorable discharge before the Korean War. He and Janet Braatz
were married June 29, 1957, at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oconomowoc, Waukesha County, Wis.
John started his working career at Heil as a welder, and then became a draftsman at LaBelle Industry in
Oconomowoc. After moving to Watertown, he continued as a draftsman at Hevi-Duty and then the Eaton Corp. from which he
retired from in 1993, but then went back to work for six years at Universal Electronics in Whitewater, Wadsworth and
Jefferson counties, Wis. John always had a passion for farming and continued to do so most of his life. He loved to
“remodel,” always improving what could be made better. He liked to bowl, golf and travel. In 1992, he and Janet took a
three-week vacation to England with his siblings. And the family had Green Bay Packers season tickets. In addition to his
widow, his survivors include sons John of Crystal Lake, McHenry County, Ill., Joseph of Colgate, Washington County, Wis.,
and James of Watertown; daughter Julie Gaugert of Watertown; sister Charlotte Schneider of Rhinelander, Oneida County,
Wis.; and six grand-, three step-grand, one great-grand-, and one step-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by brother
Philip and sister Marian Kuhl. The family would like to thank the Watertown Fire Department for their excellent service as
well as Marquardt Hospice and Debbie Lambrecht for caring for John. The Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown was in
charge of arrangements. Burial was at Summit Cemetery in Oconomowoc. 
Joey [Donald Lee, Waldo Eugene, George Waldo, George Wilson, George, Epaphroditus, Aaron, Cornelius,
Josiah, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a union electrician and former Marine, died unexpectedly Dec. 12,
2021. He was born May 30, 1997, the son of Donald and Gail Parmelee, in Farmington, Hartford County, Conn.,
and lived in Portland, Middlesex County, Conn. He grew up in Haddam, Middlesex County, Conn., attending
Haddam Killingworth High School where he played football for three years and was active in Boy Scouts Troop
44. After graduation, Joey joined the Marines and served four years as an antitank missile gunner with the 3rd
Battalion 6th Marines, India Company Weapons Section. He recently had been working as an electrician for the
Local 90. He enjoyed working on his vehicles, especially his Japanese-made truck, and never missed the chance to check out
a new local brewery. Joey is survived by his mother, Gail of Middletown, Middlesex County, Conn.; his father, Donald and
wife Cathy of Middletown; brothers Donald Jr. of Middletown, Phil of Portland, Josh of Rocky Hill, Hartford County, Conn.;
sisters Crystal Henry of Killingworth, Middlesex County, Conn., Lexi Klubek of Middletown; grandfather Robert Cormier of
Colchester, New London County, Conn.; and grandmother Frances St. Martin of Enfield, Hartford County, Conn. Biega
Funeral Home of Middletown was in charge of arrangements. Burial was at Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to Mission 22 
Juanita June New-Parmley, widow of Obie Elzo [Clyde, Frank "Hence," Miles R., Garner, John, Giles, Hiel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died Jan. 4, 2021, in Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio. She was born Nov.
2, 1945, in Spann Hill, Wayne County, Ky. She was graduate of Wayne County High School, and retired from The
Laurels of West Carrollton (formerly Elm Creek Nursing Facility) in 1999. Among her survivors are son
Christopher, three grand- and three great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by
sister Francis Berkermeir. Memorial donations may be made to DayCity Hospice. 
Katheryn, daughter of the late Katie "Ilene" (Littlejohn) Parmely, died March 19, 2021, in Ripley, Tippah County,
Miss. She was born April 17, 1939, in Alcorn County, Miss., and raised by her mother and stepfather, Isaac H.
[Ellsberry "Berry," Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John] Parmely. She and
Ewing "Skeet" Harold Adkins were married Jan. 1, 1989. He died July 20, 2009. Katheryn was a production
worker for Mitchell Manufacturing in Corinth, Miss., Levi-Strauss in Ramer, Tenn., and Aqua Glass in
Adamsville, Tenn. She also waited tables for son Ken when he operated the Botel Restaurant in Counce, Tenn.
Tending her flower and vegetable gardens, canning, working in her yard, cooking and sewing were some of her
favorite pastimes. In her younger days she was a Cub Scout mom, a football mom, a baseball mom, and a band mom for Ken.
She loved her dogs and cats, and, when she was able, attended the Church of Christ. Among her survivors are daughter Cherry
Patrick of Guys, McNairy County, Tenn.; brothers Bennie, James and 
Marie [Claude, Prudence, Iva, Emerson Bell, Garner, John, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John],
widow of Cecil Stephenson, died May 21, 2021. She was born Sept. 12, 1932, the daughter of Claude and 
Mabel, widow of 
Margaret (Dillon) Parmelee, a lifelong resident of Fall River, Bristol County, Mass., died March 26, 2021, at her
home. She was born Feb. 2, 1942, the daughter of Irish immigrants Edward M. and Mary C. (Farrell) Dillon.
Margaret was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy, and earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of
Rhode Island and a master’s in nutrition from Bridgewater State College. She was a registered dietitian at Charlton
Memorial Hospital for many years, after which she served as director of Moveable Feast, bringing meals and
services to those with HIV and AIDS. Margaret was a talented sewer and knitter; her Icelandic sweaters kept
friends and relatives warm and cozy. She also frequently wielded paint brush, wallpaper paste and carpeting tools
to remodel her home spaces to suit. In recent years, she was an enthusiastic member of The Second Half Lifelong Learning
Institute and an avid bridge player. Among Margaret's survivors are daughter Kara Parmelee of Washington, D.C., through her
marriage to John Alden Parmelee [Lyman Malcolm, Lyman Malcolm, Francis A. "Frank," Ashley, Asaph, Gilbert, Jeremiah,
Lemuel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John]; sister Mary Ann Dillon of Fall River; and two grandchildren. She was preceded
in death by siblings Edward M., Patrick J. and Eileen F. Dillon. A memorial Mass was held at Holy Name Church in Fall
River; due to COVID-19 restrictions, burial in St. Patrick’s Cemetery was private. Donations are suggested to the 
Margaret [Ferrill J., James Wilbur, Melvin Augustus, Ellsworth, Sylvanus, John, Jeremiah, Lemuel, Nathaniel,
Nathaniel, John, John], a former teacher, died March 22, 2021, at her home in Miller, Hand County, S.D. She was
born Aug. 21, 1929, the daughter of Ferrill and Mabel (Campbell) Parmely, in Miller and attended Hiland
Township grade school where she met a young, handsome fella by the name of Richard Starks who made it known
he was to be called "Dick." She graduated from Miller High School in 1946 and attended college in Aberdeen,
earning a primary grade teaching certificate. She taught at Pearl, Bates and Hiland townships where some of her 10
siblings were her students. Dick, who’d lost his shyness, finally proposed to Margaret. They were married Oct. 14,
1949, and proceeded to have eight children. There were no dull moments in the Starks household. They farmed in Hand
County until the end of 1957, and moved to Valentine, Cherry County, Neb., in January 1958. Margaret was a devoted
caregiver to Frank and Bessie Mullin, Dick’s aunt and uncle, who resided with the family until their deaths. Shortly thereafter,
four foster children joined the family for several years. Through Margaret’s faith, she endured Dick's tragic death at age 43, in
1973 and moved her family back to Miller the following year. She took advantage of part-time work opportunities which
included stints at First National Bank, Miller Livestock and Pierson Greenhouse, and did some substitute teaching as well as
work in the Miller school lunchroom. She taught Sunday school for several years and did kitchen service at funerals. Margaret
enjoyed her children's school activities, karaoke, dancing, league bowling, and was an avid baseball fan. At the nursing game
she played cards and liked her Mountain Dew and peanut M&M's -- well, actually, all candy. Among her survivors are sons
Stavan and Vonn, daughters Leonda Anglin, Lafran Preble and Tammie Waldrop; sisters Mildred Engel, Marles Dean and
Beth Engel; and 17 grand- and 27 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by sons Surn,
Crain and Terrill; brothers Wayne, 
Mary, daughter of Joseph and Josephine Parmalee, died April 7, 2021. She was born April 24, 1918, in Aurora,
Washington County, N.C. She moved to Patchogue, Suffolk County, N.Y., in her young adulthood and was a
domestic worker until she relocated to Jersey City, Hudson County, N.J. She retired at an early age and helped
raise nieces and nephews. In her senior years she was one of the first to attend Senior Spirit Day Care in Jersey
City and was a member of the Curries Woods Senior Club. She received many certificates and awards for her
community work and made beautiful arts-and-crafts items. Mary loved birthday celebrations, family gatherings and
cookouts with her niece/daughter Annestine. Turkey wings, collard greens, string beans, fish, and shrimp were
favorites. And we can't forget Twinkies and her chew-chew. Burial was at Rosehill Cemetery in Linden, Union County, N.J.
Arrangements were entrusted to West Funeral Service in Bayonne. 
Mary, widow of Ruben M. [Lemie, --?--] of Greenville, Pitt County, N.C., died Jan. 15, 2021. She was born April
28, 1932, the daughter of John and Malissia Pope, in She was a member of Zion Chapel FWB Church. She and
Ruben were married in 1954 at Ayden, Pitt County, N.C.; he died in 2014. Her survivors include daughters Joann
Blount of Roselle, Union County, N.J., Linda Davis of Greenville and Brenda Parmely of Elizabeth, Union County,
N.J.; brother Levi Pope of Queens, Queens County, N.Y.; sister Annie L. Williams of Ayden; and six grand- and
two great-grandchildren. Burial was at Ayden's North East Cemetery. 
Nata, wife of Roger Lee [Johnny Benton, Thomas Benton, William Henry, John, Richard, Ephraim, Giles, Hiel,
Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John] of Greencastle, Putnam County, Ind., died June 23, 2021, at Mill Pond Health
Campus. Nata was born in Rushville, Rush County, Ind., on Jan. 16, 1942, the daughter of Wilmer and Eva (Bryant)
Wolfal. She was a graduate of Rushville High School, and a member of Delta Theta Tau Sorority and Windy Hill
Country Club. Nata enjoyed playing the piano and her garden. In addition to her husband of 52 years, Nata is
survived by sons Dean T., Grady and John Parmley; and grandchildren Kyle, Jaxon, Benton and Keaton Parmley.
She was preceded in death by brother Stan and sister Pam Hiner. Burial was Graveside services was at
Greencastle's Forest Hill Cemetery. 
Norma [Norman Mack, Chrisman, Aladdin, Garner, John, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], a
retired schoolteacher, died April 19, 2021, at her home in Somerset, Pulaski County, Ky. She was born June 27,
1947, the daughter of Norman and Flonnie (Gregory) Parmley, in Monticello, Wayne County, Ky. Norma taught at
Southern Elementary until her retirement in 1999. She attended Lakeside Baptist Church, enjoyed teaching Sunday
school and shopping. Norma is survived by sisters Bobbie Parmley and Billie Mink, both of Somerset; and special
friend Nadine Walters. She was preceded in death by brother Claude and sister Frances McCutchen. Burial was in
Parmley’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Southern Oaks Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements. 
Patricia [Vernon Paul, Raymond Phillip, William "Willis" E., Perry Lewis, Timothy Enoch, Jeremiah, Timothy,
Mark, Job, John, John] of Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, died May 31, 2021, at a local hospital. She was
born Aug. 31, 1954, the daughter of Vernon and Virginia Barbara (Conlon) Parmelee, in Boston, Suffolk County,
Mass. Patricia rehabbed apartment complexes while living in Houston, Harris County, Texas, and later, back in
Sioux City, a couple of red-tagged houses assisted by her father. Her survivors include sons Nathan "Nate,"
Lawrence Charles "Chuck" and Rodney Parmelee; daughters Patricia "Patty" Dawson, Conception de Maria
"Connie" Terrigues; her mother; and various grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father; sons Shannon
Desy and Abraham Parmelee; and sisters Paige and Pam Parmelee. Burial was at Graceland Park Cemetery in Sioux City.
Nelson-Berger Northside Chapel assisted the family with arrangements. 
Tom [Arthur "Philip," Seba N., Mary Ellen, Mary (Jennison) and Joseph Parmley, Maria, Joseph, Joseph,
Henry, John, Edmond, John, --?--, Henry] died Jan. 23, 2021, at his home in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio.
He was born Aug. 2, 1944, the son of Philip and Alama "Penny" Mae (Wallace) Parmley, in Baltimore, Md. He
was a 1962 graduate of Fairmont High School and later from Sinclair Community College. Tom spent most of his
career in auto sales at Frank Z. Smedley's and Lang's Chevrolet. He finished his career in managing auction sales at
ADESA. Tom enjoyed racing and building engines for street cars and hotrods, the World of Outlaws sprint cars,
go-karts, the International Drag Bike Assn., motorcycles, and his "Tom & Jerry" 1968 ProStock Camaro. From his
'57 Chevy to his '67 Nova to his barely legal Suzuki Hayabusa, Tom enjoyed anything that went fast and burned gasoline. In
his retirement years, he found a new challenge in radio-control car racing, and enjoyed watching football. In addition to Judy,
his wife of 53 years, he is survived by sons John and Steve, brother Wallace "Jerry," and four grandchildren. The Tobias
Funeral Home in Kettering was in charge of arrangements. Donations may be made in Tom's name to the American Cancer
Assn. 
Bob [Wendell "Pearly" C., Olin, Braxton "Brack" Dick, James, Robert, John, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel,
John, John], a freelance draftsman and author, died Oct. 29, 2021, at Ladysmith Care Community after a brief bout
with cancer. He was born April 18, 1937, in Grinnell, Poweshiek County, Iowa, to Pearly and Bernice M. (Young)
Parmley. The family moved to Ladysmith, Rusk County, Wis., in 1955. He began his career as a freelance
draftsman serving many local businesses and manufacturers with design and illustration needs. He became a
registered professional engineer in the state in 1975, and was a certified manufacturing engineer under SME’s
national certification. He and his mentor and partner George Morgan co-founded Morgan & Parmley Ltd.
Consulting Professional Engineers in 1976. He served as its president from 1978 until 2019. Many of the projects he designed
and supervised construction on for over five decades were in Ladysmith and Wisconsin communities large and small. Local
public-works projects included water towers, wastewater treatment plants, wells, dams, bridges, buildings and street
reconstructions. Bob served on various boards over the years and maintained membership in numerous professional
associations including the National Society of Professional Engineers, the American Society of Civil Engineers, the American
Society of Mechanical Engineers and the American Design Drafting Assn. Bob was named the 2006 Wisconsin Professional
Engineer of the Year and was presented the 2007 USDA-RD Director’s Award for Engineering Excellence. Throughout his
career, Bob wrote articles on engineering and design for leading professional national publications which lead to authoring
books. In 1977, his first book, “Standard Handbook of Fastening & Joining,” was published by McGraw-Hill. Fifteen
additional books followed, many still being sold today. His last book was published in 2016. Bob reluctantly retired at age 82
but continued to stay in touch with professional colleagues. He was a voracious reader and enjoyed topics on science and
history, and biographies. Among Bob's survivors are his widow, Lana; son Wayne of Oshkosh, Winnebago County, Wis.;
daughter Laura Hoffman of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wis.; and four grandchildren. Nash-Jackan Funeral Home in
Ladysmith was in charge of arrangements. Burial was at Ladysmith's Riverside Cemetery. Memorials in Bob’s name may be
made to the Salvation Army. 
Rocky [Roy Albert, Roy Albert, Percy Albert, Charles A., Parin "Payne," Elihu, Elihu, Nathaniel, Nathaniel,
Nathaniel, John, John] died Jan. 14, 2021, at MUSC Medical Center in Lancaster, Lancaster County, S.C. He was
born Dec. 23, 1969, the son of Roy and Janice (Eubanks) Parmelee, in Hartford, Hartford County, Conn. Rocky
enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding his motorcycle, and was a Georgia Bulldogs fan. In addition to his mother of
Coral Springs, Broward County, Fla., he is survived by his wife, the former Crystal Garris of Lancaster; son
Patrick A. of Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Ill.; daughter Brittney E. Ciesa of Lancaster; and brother Robert A. of
Coral Springs. He was preceded in death by daughter Jerika L. The Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service
was in charge of arrangements. 
Sabine of Gardendale, Jefferson County, Ala., wife of Mark Edward [John William, John Henry, William Giles,
Henson Greenland, Aladdin "Burg," John, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John], died Dec. 9, 2021,
after a brief battle with cancer. She was born June 26, 1967, in Amberg, Bavaria, Germany, and came to the United
States 30 years ago. She became a U.S. citizen in August, 2018. She was a member of First Baptist Church Mount
Olive. In addition to her husband, Sabine is survived by mother Heidrun Schutz and sister Beate Brandtl, both of
Germany. Burial was at Bessemer's Highland Memorial Gardens. 
Sharon [Robert "Bobbie" Jean, Ralph, James Alvis, Thomas J., Samuel, Samuel, Giles, Giles, Hiel, Nathaniel,
Nathaniel, John, John] Diane died Nov. 30, 2021, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Alcorn County,
Miss. She was born June 14, 1970, the daughter of Robert and Gladys Oliver (Motley) Parmely. Sharon loved the
family dog TeeTee, wrestling, Elvis Presley and sitting outdoors in a swing. Survivors include brothers Bill,
Bobby and Charles; and sisters Linda Grimes, Brenda Parmely and Becky Wilson. Pallbearers were Jeremy,
Jason, Brandon and Shawn Parmely, Shaun-Tyler Bowman and Zachery Wilson. 
Shirley [Earl E., Stephen "Eugene," Stephen, Truman, Nehemiah, Nehemiah, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John],
a registered nurse and real estate agent, died April 22, 2021. She was born April 10, 1922, the daughter of Earl
and Genevieve I. (Loomis) Parmley, in Fulton, Oswego County, N.Y., and was a graduate of Hannibal High
School. Shirley earned her R.N. degree at a Buffalo nursing school. Throughout the 1940s she worked at hospitals
in the Buffalo area, specializing in newborn care. She eventually returned to Fulton and became a licensed agent
for Roger L. Thesier Real Estate for 10 years. Shirley was a member of Fulton's First United Methodist Church
and, in her free time, enjoyed painting on canvas and tole painting. She is survived by son John S. Koski; brother
Starr; two grand- and three great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were husbands John S. Koski in 1961, Dave
McFarlane and Francis Cooper; and son Dean Koski in 2003. The Brown Funeral Home of Fulton was in charge of
arrangements. 
Shirley of Marshfield, Wood and Marathon counties, Wis., and widow of Harold "Jim" James [Harold Frederick,
Frederick Alonzo, Franklin Henry, Truman, Timothy Truman, Timothy, Mark, Job, John, John], died June 5,
2021, at Three Oaks Health Services. She was born July 28, 1934, the daughter of Earnest "Jack" and Lillian
(Bohlman) Bumgarner, in Janesville, Rock County, Wis. Shirley worked for Parker Pen in Janesville until her
marriage to Jim on Sept. 5, 1954. They moved to Marshfield and she became a full-time housewife and mother who
raised six daughters. After they had grown, she enjoyed doing in home daycare. Shirley was a member and past
president of the East Side Women's Study Club and a volunteer for 17 years for Home Delivered Meals through St.
Joseph's Hospital. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, bingo, old movies, attending her children's and grandchildren's school and
sporting events, world travel, and was an avid Cubs and Packers fan. She also was a member of Faith Lutheran Church for
more than 50 years. Shirley is survived by daughters Rose Bolopue, Kathy Churkey, Tammy Ott, Linda Tremelling, Nancy
Fredrickson and Michelle Parmelee; six grand- and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in
death by granddaughter Christine "Chrissy" Churkey. Burial was at Marshfield's Hillside Cemetery. Memorial donations may
be made to the Christine Churkey Memorial Fund at Faith Lutheran Church. Hansen-Schilling Funeral Home in Marshfield
was in charge of arrangements. 
Sue, wife of Donald "Gene" Gene [Merwin Delano, Guy Martin, Leander Burton, Timothy Truman, Timothy,
Mark, Job, John, John] died Feb. 9, 2021. She was born Jan. 30, 1929, in West Seattle, King County, Wash., the
youngest of three children. Sue graduated from West Seattle High School, where she met Gene, her husband of 72
years. They lived in the Seattle area for more than 20 years, where they ran Rainier Office Supply. Sue played an
active role in the National Guard’s annual events in support of Gene’s 40-plus year career as an Army National
Guard colonel. Once their daughter graduated high school, they moved to Whidbey Island, Island County, Wash., to
run the family business, Island Sand and Gravel. Sue took an active part of the community in which she lived for
nearly 50 years, the Sandy Hook Yacht Club. She also was a bookkeeper for several local businesses and worked as a school
volunteer, helping children learn to read. Sue had a beautiful garden and grew many of her own fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Anyone who ever received a batch of her chocolate-chip cookies, cinnamon rolls or banana-zucchini bread knew she was an
exceptional baker. In addition to her husband, she is survived by daughter Dyane Eriksson, and three grand- and four
great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were brother Richard and sister Gladys, two of her best friends. 
Arlene, wife of Alvin "Al" LeRoy [Everett Lynn, Claude Isaac, Charles Fremont, Ellsworth, Sylvanus, John,
Jeremiah, Lemuel, Nathaniel, Nathaniel, John, John] of Casper, Niobrara County, Wyo., died March 7, 2021.
She was born May 30, 1935, the daughter of Alphonse and Frances Hourt, in Harrison, Sioux County, Neb. She
graduated from Harrison High School in 1952 and taught for a year. She and Al were married March 1, 1954, in
Harrison and moved to Casper in 1957. She worked at Al’s Window and Home Repair and Overhead Door Co. of
Casper until retiring in 1991. She enjoyed “life out on the farm” from 1993 until moving back to Casper in 2015. In
addition to her widower Al, Arlene is survived by sons Roy and Ron of Casper, and Chuck of Riverton, Fremont
County, Wyo.; daughter Ann Hanson of Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colo.; sisters Margaret Dunn of Harrison, and Linda
Fenster of Kent, Loup County, Neb.; and 13 grand- and 23 great-grandchildren. Three brothers and three sisters preceded her
in death. A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Casper on March 12, 2021. A private family
burial was to be scheduled at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Cheyenne Sunrise Lions Club Ride for Sight
2021 or the donor’s choice.