January 10, 1970 – October 9, 2011

Charles “Shorty” Kincaid, 41, of Orrick, died Sunday, October 9, 2011 near Orrick.

Charles was born in Excelsior Springs, Mo., on January 10, 1970 to Jerry and Helen (Nelson) Kincaid. He had lived most of his life in this area and was a 1989 graduate of Excelsior Springs High School. On November 8, 1996, he was united in marriage to Sheryl Silkwood. Charles was currently employed as a dismantling specialist for Late Model Auto Parts in Kansas City, where he had worked for the past four years.

Shorty as he was best known by most everyone, had a fondness for demolition derbys, working on cars and trucks and riding motorcycles. He also liked playing pool and spending time with his kids and grandkids.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Kincaid in 2010.

Survivors include his wife, Sheryl Kincaid of the home; sons, Charles Cody Kincaid and J.D. Kincaid, both of the home, and Jeff Cochran of Marshall, Mo.; daughters, Crystal Kincaid, and Tiffany Brown and husband, Christopher, all of Excelsior Springs, Mo.; his mother, Helen Harris of Richmond, Mo.; brother, Michael Harris of Richmond, Mo.; sister, Tammy Morrison of Excelsior Springs, Mo.; three grandsons and a granddaughter.

The family will greet friends at the Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 13, 2011. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at the Gowing Funeral Home, burial in South Point Cemetery near Orrick.

Memorials are suggested to the Charles Kincaid Memorial Fund, payable to Sheryl Kincaid.

Condolences

The Late Model Auto Parts Family would like to extend their deepest sympathy and sorrow to the family and friends for the loss of Charles Kincaid. As we referred to him at Late Model Auto Parts, as “Shorty”. He was a dedicated employee and a true asset to Late Model Auto Parts. Shorty will be greatly missed by all!
Steve Shaver

Sheryl, so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Cheryl Mick

October 12, 1942 – October 4, 2011

Dianna Fay Spor, 68, of Orrick, Mo., passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at Ray County Memorial Hospital. Dianna was born in Carrollton, Mo., on October 12, 1942 to Merrile and Dorothy (Smith) Keltner. She graduated from Excelsior Springs High School with the class of 1960. On June 4, 1961, she was united in marriage to Robert Wayne Spor. To this union was born two sons, Rodger Wayne Spor and Stephen Blaine Spor.

Dianna had lived most of her life in this area. She was a cook for the Orrick School District from 1982 until 2008. She loved cooking and taking care of all the kids. She most enjoyed the time she spent with her children and grandchildren. Dianna wanted to be a farmers wife from the time she was a young girl. She loved taking care of others and her many dogs and cats. She always put others before herself, which is why she was so loved. She is going to be greatly missed.

Dianna was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Marilyn Shade, and her son, Rodger Wayne Spor on April 16, 2006.

She is survived by her husband of fifty years, Bob Spor of the home; son, Stephen Spor and wife, Shelly; and her six precious grandchildren, Nicole Marie Spor, Shelby Leann Spor, Dakota Eugene Spor, Shelby Dawn Spor, Shance Alan Spor and Clorissa Holt-Spor.

The family will greet friends at Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, October 8, 2011, with funeral services immediately following the visitation at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date in Missouri City Cemetery, Missouri City, Mo.

Memorials are suggested to the Ray County Humane Society in her memory.

Condolences

My sincere sympathy goes out to the Spor family for your loss of this very sweet lady you called wife, mom and grandma. She was always friendly and fun to visit with. Since her retirement at school she has been greatly missed and now that she has been called to her heavenly home, she will be missed even more. May God’s blessings be upon you all.
Larry Thompson

April 1, 1927 – August 4, 2011

Betty Joann Loyd, 84, Orrick, Mo., died Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011, at Liberty Hospital in Liberty, Mo.

Betty was born on April 1, 1927 in Camden, Mo., to Vernon Leonard Huffman and Adelia Minerva Toner Huffman. She was a lifelong resident of Ray County. Betty was united in marriage to William Eldred Loyd on March 27, 1954 in a ceremony in Richmond, Mo., and he preceded her in death on Jan. 7, 1974. Betty was a member of the Camden United Methodist Church and was a member of and past matron of the Richmond Order of Eastern Star. Betty had worked at various places during her life, among them were Montgomery Wards in Denver, Colo., The Internal Revenue Service in Kansas City and The Social Security Administration in Kansas City, Mo., The Bank of Orrick, and then was the executive secretary and bookkeeper for the Gowing Corp. in Orrick from Sept. 2, 1962 through 1998. She was a co-owner of Loyd Truck Lines in Orrick from 1970 to 1973. Upon her husband’s death, she became the owner of the truck line from 1974 to 1981 when it was sold.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, William Eldred Loyd , a brother, Joseph Leonard Huffman, and a sister, Vinetta Maxine Shelton.

Survivors include her children, Joseph William Loyd and Dee of Orrick, Mo., and Vinetta A. Garnett and Bob of Gladstone, Mo.; four grandchildren, Ginger Sparks and husband Randy, Susanne Mathews, Darin Savage and wife Carrie, and Tammy Parcel; 11 great-grandchildren, Cody Sparks, Amanda Jeffers and husband Josh, Brandon Wilson, Trevor Mathews, Mason Mathews, Anthony Savage and wife Megan, Ashton Savage, Jayme Savage, Zachary Parcel, and Haley Parcel; and six great-great-grandchildren, Ryider Hershburger, Kadince Jeffers, Alicia Johnmeyer, Alexis Johnmeyer, Ethan Savage and Jazzlynn Savage.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 6, 2011 at Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick. An Order of Eastern Star service will begin at 5:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 7, 2011 at Camden First United Methodist Church in Camden. Burial in South Point Cemetery near Orrick, Mo.

Condolences

I am so sorry to have heard about your mother. She was a best friend to my mother, Willa Dean (Happy, maiden name) (Boyer, my father Lawence). My mother’s birthday was August 3, I understand your loss. They were two beautiful people. I will be out of town this weekend. I would like have been there for you as you were for me at Willa’s service. She talked about your mother so much. She was a special person. Please send me your contact address. Please keep in touch, my # is 816-246-6041, address is 2024 SW Walden Dr, Lee’s Summit, 64081. If you have any pictures of the two of them will you please think of me.
Dawnalie Boyer Hamman

I am sorry to hear of the passing of Betty Jo. Shirley Williams sent me an email of her stay at Liberty Hospital, but I wasn’t able to get to see her until after she passed. I wish had gotten to meet her and know her. I understand that the family decided to hold the funeral at Camden Unnited Methodist Church on Sun. I would attend except I will be in Springfield that day. My prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
Rev. Noel Chase

Joe and Vinetta,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of your Mom. She was a wonderful woman who always had a smile. She had a great gift to comfort people and to spread God’s love! I was blessed to have known her!
Ken and Beth (Waters) Warren

So sorry for your loss. Praying for you both during this time. Your mother was a very sweet woman and always had a kind word to say. It was always a special memory for John that they were both April Fool birthdays!!!! She will be greatly missed.
John and Judy Waters

Joe, Vinetta,Bob & DeeDee,
My condolences to you all. I never got to meet your mother but you spoke of her so often I feel I knew her. She will be truly missed. I am unable to be there today so I send my love and prayers to you all. Love ya
Leanna Adams

April 13, 2011 – August 1, 2011

Dalton Clay Cooper, 3 months old, passed away Monday, August 1, 2011 at his home near Waynesville, Mo.

Dalton was born on April 13, 2011 in Bolivar, Mo., to Alexander and Laura (Rash) Cooper.

Dalton is survived by his parents, Alexander and Laura Cooper of the home; a brother, Keeghan Cooper, and a sister, Haylie Cooper, both of the home; paternal grandparents, Viola Root of Bolivar, Mo, and Wesley Cooper of Greenfield, Mo.; maternal grandparents, Christie Sweet of Edgerton, Mo., and David Rash of Weaubleau, Mo.; paternal great grandmother, Linda McClelland of Bolivar, Mo., and maternal great grandmother, Patricia Harris of Orrick, Mo.; paternal great-great-grandparents, Dennis and Jane Cooper of Miller, Mo.; and maternal great-great-grandparents, Edwin and Sandy Rash of Pittsburg, Mo.

The family will greet friends from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 8, 2011 followed by funeral services at 10 a.m. at Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick, Mo., with Rev. Danny Vance, officiating. Burial will be in Riffe Cemetery northwest of Orrick, Mo.

August 26, 1977 – July 18, 2011

Samantha Leanne Grosko Mathews, 33, of Liberty, Mo., died July 18, 2011 in Independence, Mo.

Samantha was born on August 26, 1977 in Kansas City, Mo.

She is survived by her father, Stephen Grosko of Holt, Mo., her mother and step father, Robbie and Randy Lampkin of Liberty, Mo.; two sisters, Jennifer Ginnings of Olathe, Kans., and Stephanie Roberts of Humansville, Mo.; her children, Haylee Mathews, Dorothy Mathews, Abigail Mathews, Carlee Mathews and Lacy Mathews, all of Trenton, Mo.; and her grandmother, Virginia Lampkin of Lawson, Mo.

Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, July 23, 2011 at the First Baptist Church in Orrick, Mo. Cremation with burial at a later date in South Point Cemetery near Orrick.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorials to the Samantha Leanne Grosko Mathews memorial fund in care of Community America Credit Union.

February 15, 1920 – July 14, 2011

Mary Lee Proffitt, 91 of Richmond, Mo., passed away at 8:15 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011 at the Shirkey Rehab and Nursing Center in Richmond, Mo.

Mary Lee was born near Camden, Mo., on February 15, 1920 to James Berry MacDonald and Betty Euginia (Neer) MacDonald. She lived her entire life in Ray County. Mary Lee was united in marriage to Milton Newell Proffitt on May 11, 1940 in Ray County. She was a homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother.

She was a member of the Friendship Christian Church in rural Richmond until it disbanded and then attended the Orrick Christian Church.

Mary Lee was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Milton Newell Proffitt on November 7, 1986 a brother, Eugene MacDonald, and a daughter-in-law, Jennifer Proffitt in 2001.

She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Mac Proffitt and wife, Mary, of Camden, Mo., and Jim Proffitt and wife, Dona, of Richmond, Mo. Her grandchildren, Brian Proffitt and wife, Marlo, Lindsey Proffitt, Jill Pyles and husband, Troy, Jamie Sue Honeycutt and husband, Don, and Jolynn Ernst and husband, Noll; and five great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick.

Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, July 17, 2011 at the Orrick Christian Church with Pastor Donna Murphy-Ceradsky officiating. Burial will be in South Point Cemetery near Orrick.

Memorials are suggested to Orrick Christian Church or Shirkey Rehab and Nursing Center in Richmond.

September 7, 1994 – April 23, 2011

Aaron J. Meyer, 16 of Orrick, Mo., died Saturday, April 23, 2011 in a hunting accident northwest of Orrick. Aaron was born on September 7, 1994 in Kansas City, Mo., to L Aaron Meyer and Pamela (Dilks) Meyer. Aaron moved to Orrick in 2005 and was a sophomore at Orrick High School. Aaron played football as a defensive end for the Bearcats. He was a member of the Orrick High School Marching Band playing the trombone and drums, a member of the Orrick High School Golf Team and a member of the high school drama and science clubs.

Aaron attended Awanna at the First Baptist Church in Orrick. He loved anything outdoors which included hunting, fishing, and boating. He also enjoyed working. He had an outstanding ability to make people happy. He loved to smile and to hug. A very selfless and fun loving individual that touched many lives in a positive way during his short journey in life.

Survivors include his parents, L Aaron and Pam Meyer of the home in Orrick; his older brother, Levi Meyer, 19, of Orrick, Mo., and his twin brother, Adam Meyer, 16, of the home; and his paternal grandmother, Patricia Norcross of Orrick, Mo.

Also surviving are many aunts, uncles, cousins, “FRamily” and friends in the community of Orrick.

Aaron was preceded in death by his grandma, Cookie Reddell, and his great grandma, Kathryn Flieschman.

The family will receive friends at the Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church in Richmond, Mo., with Mr. Bryan Thompson officiating and Matt Gooch assisting. Music by Troy Jennings and Cole Roberts. Burial will follow in Riffe Cemetery north of Orrick.

Pallbearers will be Tommy Presbury, Derrick Dennis, Tony Burnett, Steven Higginbotham, Mathew McCaulley, and James McCaulley.

Special Honorary Pallbearers will be Levi Meyer and Adam Meyer

Honorary Pallbearers will be Brian McGinnis, Austin Meyer, Dalton Barnes, Marcus McClellan, Hunter Guthrie and Zach Nichols.

Memorials are suggested to the Aaron Meyer Memorial fund in care of The Bank of Orrick.

Condolences

Aaron, Pam, Levi,and Adam,
I pray that God will place his loving arms around you and bring you comfort. I also want to thank you for having the confidence in me to officiate the service for you and your family. Peanuter was an exceptional young man and I am very honored to deliver Gods message at the service as we pay our respects and remember him. May God bless and I love you all!
Bryan Thompson

Pam,
Thinking of you and your family at this time of great sorrow. May you feel God’s presence around you and in your hearts. All of us here at the lab are here for you if you need anything.
Diane North

Aaron, Pam, Levi, and Adam
I love you all with all my heart. To witness the way you’ve touched all the lives in your community makes me proud to say I’m your brother, your uncle, your friend. There is little comfort in this, but know that you do not make this journey alone. We will walk every step, cry every tear, and share every hug along the way.
Mike Meyer

Aaron and family,
We just want you to know how sorry we are for your loss.We will be praying for you all. Just know that we are here for you guys if you need us. “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth being compared with the glory that is about to be revealed to us and in order for us and conferred on us!” Romans8:18
We love you guys very much!
Love, Aunt Jo, Scotty, Christel, Allen, and Shannon

Pam, Aaron, Levi, & Adam,
I was so saddened when I received the news on Saturday night. I want you to know that all of you are in my prayers. May you each find peace knowing that he is watching over each one of you. If you need anything please let me know.
Heather Thompson

My prayers are with your family.
Julie Mathews

Aaron and family,
Although we have known each other for a very short time I wanted to tell you how sorry I was to hear of your recent loss. My prayers are with you and your family through this sad time in your life.
Larry Smith

Aaron and Family,
I met you just a short time ago when bringing in a FedEx truck for an estimate. I was shocked when I read the Obit in the paper yesterday morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you mourn this tragic loss of your son Aaron. Although I had never met your son, I’m sure he was a great kid, knowing what a good father he had to emulate. My sympathies are with you at this time.
Jim Darrah

November 29, 1920 – March 29, 2011

Rayda Arleen Carlson, 91, of Orrick, Mo., died Tuesday evening , March 29, 2011 at her home in Orrick.

Rayda was born on November 29, 1919 in Ellenburg, N.Y., to John and Cora Brooks. She had lived in Orrick for the past three years. Rayda had worked as a therapy aide for over 28 years for the State of New York before retiring on April 1, 1976. After her retirement, she worked for nursing homes and hospitals until 1995. She was a member of the protestant faith.

She loved to crochet and knit. She also loved to bake and decorate cakes.

Rayda was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Carl Albert Carlson in 1967.

Survivors include a son, Carl Carlson of Orrick, Mo., two daughters, Barbara Carlson of Orrick, Mo., and Sandra Lee Baldwick of New Milford, Conn., a son, Terry Chattelle of California, and a sister, Huertta of New Haven, Conn. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren.

The family will greet friends on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Gowing Funeral Home in Orrick. Memorial services will immediately follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Inurnment will be in the First Congregational Church Cemetery in Sherman, Conn.

Condolences

I will think of you always. I will remember our rides and visits fondly. We will always have Harry Brook Park! I love you, Nan.
Cece Carlson

I am so glad that you always accepted us and loved us from the day we met you……… You will be greatly missed and always LOVED AND REMEBERED……. Rest Peacefully Old Lady!!!!!
Devon Kenny

I will never forget the times me, Cece and Chip played in the yard at your place. Or the endless treats you had for us when we were so little. Or you having to chase us around to give us a spanking when we needed it. I love you, nan.
Tom Carlson

Nan,we will always have you in our hearts and minds. I will always remember how you always had food and junk food and that was great. I will always remember the talks and how you helped me and our family. Thanks for being our grammother. I love you and we all will not forget you.
Matthew Whitmore

Rayda was a constant, steady person that was always there if needed. Her nature was serious a lot of times when younger, but dependable. She enjoyed having family members around greatly. Rayda taught me how to knit, crochet. She was feisty and energetic. As soon as Spring showed, picnics were a mainstay at Harry Brook Park as I recall… Her beautiful plants were lush and she made sure they stayed that way. Hardworking, now she can rest… My sincere condolences to all of the family…
Terri Benjamin

January 13, 1932 – March 29, 2011

James Harvey Collins, 79 of rural Orrick, Mo., died Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at his home northwest of Orrick. He was born on January 13, 1932 in Newton County, Ark., to Thomas Jefferson Collins and Mildred May (Smith) Collins. James lived in the Orrick community for over 20 years. He was a supervisor for the former K & G Sales Warehouse in Kansas City, Mo., before he retired from his duties in 1985.

He was an avid coon hunter and loved playing the guitar. He had a passion for music.

James was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Eugene and a sister, Jolene.

Survivors include his son, W.P. Collins and ( Rosemary) of Orrick, Mo., a sister, Goldie Farmer of Elm Springs, Ark., grandsons, Anthony Collins and (Cindy Harden) of Independence, Mo., and Randy Kent and (Juanita) of Mt. Judea, Ark., and granddaughter, Sara Ryan and (Peter) of Greenfield, Mass., and his canine companion Cheyenne. There will be no local services.

Mr. Collins will be cremated with memorial services and inurnment at a later date in Smith Cemetery in Vender, Ark.

October 2, 1930 – March 12, 2011

Marcella Rose “Tot” McAfee, 80, of Orrick, Mo., passed away Saturday, March 12, 2011 at the North Kansas City Hospice House following a brief illness.

Marcella Rose, better known by her family and friends as Tot, was born on October 2, 1930 north of Orrick in the Albany community to Roy Martin and Lorena Hayes. On March 24, 1950 she was married to Malcolm “Tommy” McAfee in a ceremony performed in Liberty, Mo. She had lived most of her life in Orrick, except for when she and her husband moved to Carlton, Minn., in 1971, when her and Tommy transferred with his job. They lived in Carlton until they moved back to Orrick in 1978.

Tot was a 1948 graduate of Orrick High School and was a member of the Orrick Baptist Church and she was a lifetime member of the Carlton, Minn., VFW Post Ladies Auxiliary.

Tot was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Malcolm “Tommy” McAfee on May 10, 1989, and three brothers, Roy Kenneth Martin, Dennis Ray Barber and Danny Gene Barber.

Survivors include two sons, Jim “Bo Bo” McAfee of the home, Kenny McAfee and wife, Sandra, of Orrick, Mo.; a daughter, Leisa Cook and husband, Dennis, of Orrick, Mo.; a brother, Ronnie Barber and wife, Helen, of St. Joseph, Mo.; sister-in-law, Fern McAfee of Raymore, Mo.; granddaughter, Kenda Ransom and husband, Steve, of Orrick, Mo.; and great grandchildren, Dane and Sophia Ransom of Orrick, Mo. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 14, 2011 at the Gowing funeral home in Orrick. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at the Gowing Chapel with the Rev. Robert Horton officiating. Burial will be in South Point Cemetery near Orrick, Mo.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Orrick Fire & Rescue Squad or The North Kansas City Hospice House.

Condolences

Tot was a wonderful person, she will be missed. My sympathy to your family.
Bob Cook

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Tot was a fun person to know, and I am so blessed to have known her. She enjoyed life and her family. She will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace Tottie.
Vickie Wright

My prayers and condolences to the family during this time of great personal sorrow. Tot was a very special friend and one that I have had the pleasures of knowing for many many years. She leaves her mark in our hearts and will be greatly missed.
Larry Thompson

I have so many wonderful childhood memories of Aunt Tot; she was a special person, truly dedicated to her family. My sympathy to all the family.
Marilyn McAfee Keck

Tot was such a fun feisty lady and she was one of my favorite cousins!! She will be greatly missed.
JoAnne Nox

What a sad day when I heard of the loss of a Great Lady. Tot was a special lady. I am blessed to have known her during her lifetime. She is the only one who could bake the best peanut butter pie. Tot worked for McPike’s Wholesale Drug years before I did. Many of the employees still remembered all the good times and deeds that Tot did for that company years after she left. My prayers and thoughts go to her family and brother, Ronnie. I will miss seeing my cuz everytime I am in Orrick, MO.
Carol “Sis”