July 1, 2005 The ADVOCATE’s Free Press & Community News Serving Anderson, Southern Franklin and Western Linn Counties Volume 9, No. 52 Transcribed with permission of Vern Brown Page 5, Column 1: “Donald H. Anderson 1921-2005 Funeral services for Donald H. Anderson, 83, Ottawa, were Thursday, June 30, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. at Dengel and Son Mortuary with Rev. Ralph Jarboe, Jr. officiating. Interment was in Highland Cemetery. Military honors were by Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post #5901 of Ottawa. Masonic Services were by Ottawa Lodge #18, A.F. & A.M. Mr. Anderson died Monday, June 27, at his home. Donald H. Anderson was born August 6, 1921, in Franklin County, the son of Harry Hal and Edith Ina (Yehle) Anderson. He grew up in Franklin County and moved to Missouri at age 14. He returned to Ottawa in 1949, following his service years. He graduated from Hood School in Franklin County and Elkland, MO, High School with the Class of 1940. He was a carpenter in the maintenance department of the Hercules Sunflower Ammunition Plant in DeSoto for 25 years, retiring in 1983. Don served during World War II in the United States Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He served in the Central Pacific from September 19, 1940, until November 28, 1942; the M.D. USS Helena under Admiral Hewitt on the Good Will Tour of the World from August 21, 1945, until December 28, 1946; and Guam, M.I. from December 28, 1946, to December 31, 1946. Sgt. Anderson was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He was a rifle and pistol sharpshooter and anti-aircraft machine gun crewman. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal on June 9, 1943, and a Good Conduct Bar on June 9, 1946. Don was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church; Warren Black Post #60, American Legion; Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post #5901; Pearl Harbor Survivor Association; and Ottawa Lodge #18, Ancient Free & Accepted Masons. On September 29, 1943, Don was united in marriage to Ruth LaRee Anderson at San Diego, CA. They were later divorced. On January 28, 1966, Don was united in marriage with Vera G. (Barton) Cox at Ottawa. Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Edith Anderson; his sister, Lenora C. Dawson; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Don is survived by his wife, Vera G. Anderson, of the home; his daughter, Linda Anderson of Baldwin City; his son, Darrell L. Anderson of Ottawa; his step-daughters, Bonnie Randel of Garnett, Karen L. Madi of Baldwin City, and Judy K. Mille of Ottawa; his step-sons, Larry G. Cox and Steve T. Cox, both of Ottawa, and James L. Cox; his brother, Dale J. Anderson of Pearl River, LA; 17 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. The family suggests memorials to Ottawa American Legion Post #60 Baseball or Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post #5901. Dengel and Son Mortuary was in charge of arrangements.” Page 5, Column 2: “Jessie June Lowry 1915-2005 Funeral services for Jessie June Lowry, 90, Garnett, were Thursday, June 30, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. at Farris-Feuerborn Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gary Benjamin officiating. Interment was in Garnett Cemetery. Mrs. Lowry died Monday, June 27, at Golden Heights Living Center, Garnett. Jessie June Lowry was born June 4, 1915, in McCormick Township, KS, the daughter of Thomas and Dora (Bristow) Welborn. During World War II, Jessie worked in an ammunition factory. Jessie and Forest Wilson Lowry were married September 8, 1933, at Ottawa. She and her husband owned and operated a grocery store in the Argentine District of Kansas City until the flood of 1951. She enjoyed ceramics and upholstery projects with her husband. He preceded her in death on December 30, 1989. Jessie also liked to bowl, crochet, and garden. She was an avid player of cards and marbles with her family. Mrs. Lowry was also preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Dora Welborn; four brothers, Jim, Ed, Tom, and Charles; and three sisters, Almeda, Lelah, and Mary. Jessie is survived by her son, Claron Lowry of Kansas City, MO; her brothers, Ralph Welborn of Nebo, NC, and Joe Welborn of Woodruff, SC; her sister, Dora Lewis of Garnett; and four grandchildren. Music was provided by Erin Shelton, organist, and Earl Rocker, soloist. Musical selections included “Peace In The Valley”, “Just A Closer Walk With Thee”, and “Because He Lives”. Casketbearers were Luke Coyer, Earl Rocker, Ian Rocker, Brian Shelton, Mike Skiles, and Homer Thompson, Jr. The family suggests memorials to Golden Heights Living Center. Farris-Feuerborn Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.” Page 5, Column 3: “Will T. Johnston 1909-1915 Funeral services for Will T. Johnston, 96, Liberty, MO, formerly of Westphalia, were Wednesday, June 29, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. at Farris-Feuerborn Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gary Benjamin officiating. Interment was in Cherry Mound Cemetery, Westphalia. Mr. Johnston died Saturday, June 25, at Liberty Hospital. Will T. Johnston was born April 19, 1909, at Cobert, KS, the son of John B. and Etta (Powell) Johnston. He was a farmer and stockman. Will and Etta Melvin were married March 29, 1932, at Bennington, KS. She preceded him in death. Mr. Johnston was also preceded in death by his son, Melvin Johnston on May 8, 1957; and his brother, Marvin Johnston. Will is survived by his sons, Milton Johnston and his wife, Betty, of Gladstone, MO, and Raymond Johnston and his wife, Irene, of Kansas City, MO; nine grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Music was provided by Emily Johnston, vocalist. Casketbearers were Brian Johnston, Jerry Johnston, Dan Johnston, Paul Johnston, Ed Johnston, Russell Johnston, and Troy Johnston. The family suggests memorials to the Gideons International Farris-Feuerborn Memorial Chapel was in charge of arrangements.” Transcribed for Anderson County Kansas USGENWEB By: Lulu B. Nixon