Friday, October 10, 2025
Obituary - Doris June Holeman
A small graveside service will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, west of Centropolis following the service on 10/15/2025.
Doris was born Saturday, June 25, 1938 in the community of Badger Lee, Oklahoma, the daughter of Barney Tralford and Irene Gertrude (Diffee) Barger. Growing up one of six children and the only daughter, Doris was an outdoors person who deeply loved her family. In 1956 she graduated from Sallisaw High School and moved to Kansas City for work. Doris was united in marriage with Paul Holeman October 12, 1956, in Kansas City, Kansas. She lived in Kansas City, Kansas from 1956 to 1967 moving to Shawnee, where they resided for 20 years raising their family. Doris and Paul enjoyed many wonderful years on Grand Lake in Grove, Oklahoma.
In 1987, Doris and Paul moved to Franklin County where she resided until her death. Survivors include her two children; Debi Milton and husband Randy Milton of Ottawa, and Paula Holeman and partner Rick Reding of Eudora; two siblings, Don Barger, Sallisaw, OK, and Jerry Barger and wife Rose Barger, Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Dave Tarpy, Brook Milton, Elisha Smith, Trevor Fries, Tim Smith, Hannah Milton and Kendal Fries; 15 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Holeman, parents Barney and Irene Barger, brothers Eddie Barger, Freddie Barger and Joe Barger.
Doris was employed as an office manager for most of her working career. She was very detail oriented keeping precise books and records prior to the computer era. She was competitive and athletic; winning a foot race with Debi in the late 70’s. She loved her family with all her heart. She had a way about her of wanting to understand people and situations to find the way she could help in all situations. She enjoyed planting and tending to her beautiful flower garden.
Doris enjoyed many years of traveling to South Padre, Branson and many other destinations. She enjoyed attending her children and grandchildren’s sporting events.
She adopted a mantra later in life that served her well; “We adjust to what we must.”
We want to acknowledge Elisha Smith, Doris’ Granddaughter, for her role in facilitating and providing the best care possible in her later years. Our hearts are full with gratitude that Doris was cared for by family and the staff that became family along the journey.
We are so very grateful to Richmond Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center for providing the highest quality of care for our loved one and loving her. She was called Grandma by the staff which made her and all of us extremely happy.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Richmond Healthcare Activity Fund ℅ Dengel & Son Mortuary, 234 S Hickory, Ottawa, KS 66067.
Obituary - Tim Gilbert
Tim will be remembered most for his devotion to his family and friends. He graduated from Tri-Center High School in Neola, Iowa in 1974. He married wife Jolinda “Jody” Johnsen in in Neola, Iowa in 1976 and they were married for 49 years.
Tim was dedicated to his career in every professional position he held, a quality he passed on to his family and anyone he worked with. Tim began his sales career in 1973 working for W.T. Grants in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In 1979, he began working for Timpte, Inc. in Council Bluffs, and eventually relocating to Savage, Minnesota until 1987 when he became a sales manager for Reyco/ Transpro where he worked his way up to Vice President of Sales at Reyco Industries/ Tuthill Transport Tech in Springfield, Missouri. In 2002, Tim moved to Kansas City, Missouri to work as the Manager of Heavy Duty Sales at Peterson Manufacturing in Grandview, Missouri. He retired from Peterson in 2018 to his home in Garden City, Missouri, with his wife Jody.
Tim will be remembered for his laugh and storytelling. He was a hard-working, honest man who had a no-nonsense approach to life. He was loyal to his family and friends. He is much loved and will be missed.
Remember me with smiles and laughter,
For that’s the way I will remember you all.
If you can only remember me with tears,
Then don’t remember me at all.
-Michael Landon
Cremation with Celebration of Life at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Croix Hospice House and sent in care of Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.
Obituary - Mary Belle Marten
Mary lived to be 52 years of age, touching the lives of many and leaving behind countless memories that will live on for years to come.
Mary was a sweet soul who filled our lives with her giving nature. She had a natural passion for helping others and it showed in so many ways, whether caring for her mom (and they were quite the pair), sharing her love of photography, spending time with her family and caring for her and others’ pets. Her favorite title was “aunt”, and she adored spending time with her nieces, Peyton and Katy. Mary may no longer be with us, but her spirit will live on in our hearts forever.
Mary is survived by her mother Linda Marten and her sisters, Tammy Marten and Christy Guess of Garden City MO; and her nieces Peyton Guess and Katy Ederer of Peculiar MO.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Wayside Waifs sent in care of Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, MO 64701.
Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.
Celebration of life service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.
Obituary - Cynthia Mark
Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Mark, 60, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025. A complete obituary and service information will be posted when they become available, courtesy Atkinson Funeral Home.
Obituary - Martha Bauman
Martha Elizabeth Bauman, age 91 of Butler, Missouri died Saturday, October 4, 2025 at home. She was born January 30, 1934 to Marion and Elizabeth Youtsey Kelly in San Diego, California.
Martha, one of two children, grew up in San Diego, California, graduating from Hoover high school in 1952. She married Ralph Bauman in 1952 and to this union, two children were born. She worked as a clerk at various retail stores and on Miramar Naval Base before moving to San Juan Islands, Washington, then to Clute, Texas. After 20 years in Clute, Martha made her way to Butler, Missouri where she spent the rest of her years. She lived with her daughter and son-in-law for the last three years at her home.
Martha was a spirited lady who enjoyed throwing parties and entertaining her family. When not hosting, she relaxed to the sounds of the surf while fishing off Point Loma in San Diego. After moving from the ocean area, Martha found solace by losing herself in the story of a good book. As a self-employed person, regardless of how busy she was, Martha always made sure that her family felt protected and loved. She will be fondly remembered and even though she will be missed, those that knew her will find comfort knowing that her soul was set free.
Martha is survived by one daughter, Pamala Meade and husband Patrick Culp of Butler, Missouri; one son, John Bauman and wife Lynnette of Lake Jackson, Texas; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and sister, Patricia Harding of San Diego, California. Martha was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph Bauman; and grandson, Michael Meade.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
BCMH celebrates Healthcare Food Service Week
We’re proud to recognize our Nutrition Services team for the vital role they play in patient care—preparing nutritious meals, supporting wellness, and keeping our hospital running smoothly every day.
