Obituaries

Tennille Langdon 1977 – 2022

Tennille Langdon, 45, passed away November 27, 2022, at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia after a three-year battle with cancer. Teri Tennille Langdon was born May 30, 1977, in Columbia, Mo., a daughter to Roy Langdon and Terri (Rohlfing) Anderson. She attended and graduated from Fayette High School with the class of 1995. Tennille furthered her education earning a bachelor’s degree from Central Methodist University in Biology and Environmental Sciences. She then went on to attain a Master of Arts in Management from Lindenwood University. Throughout her career, Tennille worked as an admissions director for several higher education institutions. It was a job she enjoyed doing for 15 years, until her health rendered her unable. Tennille was an avid animal lover. She had a heart of gold and was always willing to give a helping hand to those in need. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister, cousin and friend, and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Survivors include her son, Cory Langdon Petersen of Boonville, Mo.; father, Roy (Kathleen) Langdon of Boonville; mother, Terri (Larry) Anderson of Fayette, Mo.; sister, Kristen (Michael Tricoci) Langdon of Covington, Ind.; two step-sisters, Morgan Sprigg of Covington and Amy Valencia of Fayette; step-brother, Nathan Anderson; three aunts, Lonni Kay Marsh of Fayette, Vicki Muller of Springfield, Mo. and Ramona Murry of Columbia, Mo.; Cory’s father, Cory Petersen; lifelong friend, Edward Turk; and seven nieces and nephews, Michael-Weyland Langdon Tricoci, Ripley-Ruth Langdon Tricoci, Davis, Ava, and Anna Valencia, and Avery and Riley Anderson; and cousin, Dwight Marsh. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Arthur and Ruth Rohlfing, her paternal grandparents, John and Merl Langdon, and a nephew, Cash Valencia. A memorial service honoring Tennille’s life will be 1 p.m. Friday, December 9, 2022, at Friemonth-Freese Funeral Home in Fayette, with Pastor Jamie Page officiating. Visitation wi

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John Dylan Hilgeford

John Dylan Hilgeford, 31, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022. A visitation will be held Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 11 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home in Columbia, followed by a time of remembrance at noon. Friends and loved ones are encouraged to bring their best stories about Dylan to share.

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Norman Joseph Claas

Norman Joseph Claas, 69, of Tipton, died Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Tipton Oak Manor. He was born July 25, 1953, in Boonville, son of Arthur P. and Betty P. (Ketterlin) Claas. After their deaths, Norman bought their home so that his family could continue to gather there as they had done for so long. His home was always open to family and friends, and that was especially meaningful to his nieces and nephews. Norman had worked for the state agriculture department, managed Tipton Amoco, and then worked for a number of years at the Cooper County Hospital. Norman was an avid supporter of Tipton sports and was a member of the Booster Club. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals and Mizzou Tigers fan. He enjoyed Frank Knipp’s card night, watching old tv shows, and fishing. He had a quick wit and was a walking encyclopedia. Surviving are two siblings, Tom Claas (Janet) of Overland Park, KS, and Eileen Johansen (Dave) of Syracuse; eight nieces and nephews, John Claas, Peter Claas, Michael Claas, Dustin Johansen, Sara Johansen, Kevin Johansen, Lauren Andrews, and Andrew Claas; as well as numerous great nieces and nephews, and three great-great nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie Claas. No visitation or services will be held. A private family burial will be held at a later date at St. Andrew’s Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Tipton Booster Club. Cremation arrangements are in the care of

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Susan “Susie” Irene Childs

Susan “Susie” Irene Childs, 65, of Boonville passed away at her home Monday, November 14, 2022, surrounded by her family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Howard Funeral Home, full obituary can be found at: www. howardfh.com.

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Chester M. Twitchell

Chester M. Twitchell, 84, of Boonville passed away at his home on November 11, 2022. Funeral services honoring Chester’s life were held at 12 p.m., Tuesday, November 15 at Bible Baptist Church of New Franklin with Pastor Rodney Haggett and Pastor Tim Miller officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Lisbon, Mo. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church on Tuesday morning. Memorial contributions are suggested to Bible Baptist Church or Rose Hill Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.marklandyager. Markland-Yager Funeral Home of New Franklin is honored to serve the Twitchell Family.

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Richard E. and Mary L. Manning

Richard E. and Mary L. Manning of California, Mo., departed together to meet their Lord and Savior on October 29, 2022. Visitation was held Friday, November 4, 2022, 10 am - noon at Lebanon Baptist Church with the Memorial Service following with Rev. Jerry Wayne Albin officiating. Inurnment followed at California City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to California Church of God of Prophecy via Venmo @Mykala- Shaver.

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