Obituary - Timothy James Dowland Jr.

Timothy James Dowland Jr., age 33, of Deepwater, MO, died at his home in Deepwater, Tuesday, December 19, 2017.

Timothy was born February 29, 1984 to Timothy James Dowland Sr. and Shirley ‘Erickson’ Dowland. After graduating from high school, Timothy moved to Missouri, making his home in Deepwater. 

He and his significant other, Tracy Bean, lived there for the last 13 years. Timothy worked for AT&T as a cable installer. Timothy has now been reunited with his grandparents and brother, Tony.

Survivors include his father, Timothy James Dowland Sr.; mother, Shirley Dowland; sister, Dr. Winter Mist Dowland; step-brother, Erickson Walker, a proud Iraqi Veteran; step-sister, Tessie Marie Dowland; significant other, Tracy Bean; step-daughters, Patricia Siercks and Katelyn Bean; and his two best friends, Ginger and Isabella (Shih Tzu dogs).

Preceding Timothy in death was a brother, Tony James Dowland.

Under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home, Clinton, Timothy was cremated with no service at this time.

Condolences may be left online at this website.

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Missing Juvenile in Cedar County

Missing from AGAPE Boarding School 16 year old male last seen wearing an orange jacket with baggy faded bluejeans, white tennis shoes, gray sweatshirt, gray knitted hat, and yellow gloves. 

Last seen at Agape at around 1:30 pm today. If seen please contact the Agape Boarding School or the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office

From the Garden City Police Department

THE SHERIFF’S NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

'Twas the night before Christmas, and out on the street,
not a person was stirring, 'cept the sheriff on beat.
As he quietly patrolled his county with great care,
children and parents slept peacefully there.

The lawman was clad in his uniform and vest,
gun on his hip, always looking his best.
He'd just pulled aside for a quick bite to eat,
When all of a sudden, out on the street,

A bright light appeared, it came out of nowhere,
And he shielded his eyes from the brilliant glare.
'Twas an angel of the Lord at the patrol car's rear,
He smiled and spoke, "Pardon sheriff, don't fear."

"I've been sent by God with a message for you
who faithfully serve and on your honor be true.
He wants you to know He loves you all,
He's pleased with the way you've answered His call.

"To protect and serve others, so selfless you've been,
Your bravery and kindness have known no end.
Even in tragedy, when the nights become long,
You've helped countless strangers by being so strong.

"God sees your heart, the joy and the pain,

He knows the profession can often bring strain.
So he sent me this night to let you know,
That even on duty, He goes where you go.

"As you protect others, your Father protects you,
His angels go with you, His Spirit does, too.

No bullet too fast, no bad guy too strong,
I'm sent to make sure that your life will be long.

"So fear not the night, and fear not the day,
Fear not the threats that venture your way.

I'm sent to accompany you out on your beat,
Rest assured there’s no moment you're alone on the street."

The sheriff sat stunned by the love of His God,
He bowed his head and with tears gave a nod.
As he tried to say thank you, the angel took flight,
"God's got your back, carry on, and goodnight."

Obituary - Norma Dean Short

Norma Dean Short, 74 of Nevada passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017 at her home following an illness of several months. Norma was born May 4, 1943 in Nevada, MO, the daughter of Robert and Hazel (Brundridge) Cargill. 

She grew up in Nevada and attended Nevada schools. She worked at J.C. Penny’s for eleven years and later for South West Psychiatric Rehab Center in Nevada and El Dorado Springs for twenty-six years before retiring. She married James Fanning in 1960 and he passed away in 1967, then married Bill Carrol in 1968 and later married Terry Short in 1983 and he preceded her in death in 2000. Norma enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening, and rock hunting. She especially enjoyed family get-togethers and her dog Koko. Norma is also preceded in death by her parents, a brother Robert Cargill and a sister Bobbie Miller. 

She is survived by her children; Toni Chadd, Milo, Sherry Pruitt, Nevada, Wes Fanning, Nevada, and Natalie Foreman, Nevada; eleven grandchildren, Jake Chadd, Johno Chadd, James Chadd, Heather Chadd, Dusty Pruitt, Justin Pruitt, Kellie McClure, Lacy Williams, Kadence Fanning, Nicole Foreman, and Brett Foreman; seventeen great-grandchildren; a sister, Maxine Polk and husband Lonnie of Nevada; brother, Eddie Cargill, Nevada and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and special friends. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2017 in the Ferry Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Jerry Pyle officiating. Interment will follow in Lefler Cemetery in Dederick. 

Visitation will be from 5:30- 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Vernon County Cancer Relief in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Obituary - DeAnn Craft

 DeAnn Craft, 52 of Butler, Missouri passed away December 23, 2017 at her home surrounded by love and family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009) in Butler and will be announced after the Christmas holiday. Messages and memories for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com. 
 
A complete obituary will be published as the information becomes available.