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Name: Russell Hedrick
Event: death
DateTime: Saturday, April 26, 2008
 Announcement:

Russell Alton Hedrick, son of the late Raymond Alton Hedrick and Mary Faith Hedrick, was born on July 26, 1926 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Surrounded by his beloved family, he departed this life peacefully on April 25, 2008 at the age of 81 years.
 
Mr. Hedrick was a long-time educator who once taught in a country school near Parma and later served as an elementary teacher and Administrator in the Dexter Public School System. He earned both his Bachelor and Master of Education degrees from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau.
 
Mr. Hedrick was a Veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II. He was a member of the Missouri State Teacher's Association, a member of the Dexter Masonic Lodge #532, and a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Dexter. On August 7, 1948, he was united in marriage to Maxine Warren of Parma. A loyal wife for 59 years and a devoted caretaker to Russell in recent years, Maxine is an inspiration to many.
 
In addition to his wife, Mr. Hedrick is survived by one son, Alan and his wife Tracy of Dexter; one daughter, Renee and her husband Pierre Sauvaget of Santa Monica, California; by two grandsons Zachariah Alan Hedrick and Morgan Alton Hedrick; and two sisters, Wanda and her husband Jim White of Belleville, Illinois and Patricia O'Grady of Richmond, Virginia. A special brother-in-law, Larry Warren and his wife Diane, also survive.
 
Friends may call at the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home on Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:00 pm in the Rainey-Mathis Funeral Chapel in Dexter. Interment will follow at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield with Dr. Steve Easterwood and Reverend Don Kennedy officiating.
 
In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to a scholarship which will be awarded to a deserving student pursuing a degree in elementary education.

Name: chris blackburn
Event: death
DateTime: april 19 2008
Announcement:

For those of you who may not know, Mildred (hardin) Blackburn died 04-19-08. The funeral was Monday the 21st. The Blackburn family appreciates everyone for the flowers, food, and support in this time of sorrow.

Name: Carmen And Tom Love
Event: Russell Hedrick
DateTime: Friday 11:20PM 4/25/08
Announcement:

Russell Hedrick died a couple of hours ago. For those who might not know our daughter is married to his son, Alan; thus Russell was the Pa to our two Dexter grandsons. Visitation Sunday night and funeral at two on Monday at Rainey Mathis Funeral home in Dexter. Buriel at the Veteran's Cemetary in Bloomfield.

Name: George Husted
Event: Collecting Names of current or former service members
DateTime:
Announcement:

We are collecting names of men and women from the Parma area who served in the U.S. armed forces. Reason is we are planning to make a plaque with all of the names of Parma residents who have served or are now serving in a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces for display in the Community Center.

Example:

Matthews, Leo E.
U.S. Air Force - Korea
(in this instance Leo was in during the Korean conflict)

Please send information to:

email:  gghusted@bpsnetworks.com or

snailmail:
Leo E. Matthews
653 Santschi Dr.
Herculaneum, MO 63048

Name: Bread of Life Ministries
Event: Bake Sale
DateTime: April 12, 2008 8:00am-11:00am
Announcement:

Bread of Life Ministries (Pastor Carl Williams) will be hosting a bake sale Saturday morning, April 12 at 304 So. Cypress for our Youth dept.

Name: Parma fire dept.
Event: fish fry
DateTime: march 29 2008 4:30 pm -7:30pm
Announcement:

The Parma FD would like to announce a fish fry March 29, 2008. Included is fish, fries, slaw, hush puppies, drink and desert. $6.00 per plate, pay at the door with carry-out available. This will be held at the community building from 4:30 until 7:30pm. Proceeds going to the FD for future equipment needs and purchases.

Name: Carolyn Jean (Vieth) Lutes
Event: Obituary
DateTime:
Announcement:

Name
Carolyn Jean Lutes

Age
70

Hometown
Blytheville, AR

Date and Place of Birth
9/3/1937 Venson, MO

Date and Place of Death
3/16/2008 Blytheville, AR

Date of Funeral
3/19/2008

Visitation Information
Wednesday, March 19, from 9:30 a.m. until service time in the First United Methodist Church parlor

Funeral Information
Wednesday, March 19, at 10:30 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church sanctuary

Final Resting Place
Elmwood Cemetery

Name: Bro. Cory Godsey
Event: Community Easter Egg Hunt! Sponsored by local Churches
DateTime: March 22, 2008
Announcement:

Saturday March 22, 2008 the churches of Parma will be hosting a commuinty wide Easter Egg Hunt. Time of the event is 11:00-2:00 at the community center in Parma. Free for everyone. We will have jump houses and games for kids before the egg hunt. Also we will be serving hot dogs and drinks for everyone. Hope to see everyone there! If you need anymore information please feel free to contact Bro. Cory Godsey, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Parma at 357-4581.

Name: Flossie Beaird
Event: Funeral
DateTime: March 3, 2008, at 2:00 PM
Announcement:

Flossie Beaird

Flossie Beaird, the daughter of the late Jerry and Vevia Pearl Skelton Garland, was born in Malden, Missouri on July 7, 1919, and passed away at the Portageville Nursing Center in Portageville, Missouri on February 29, 2008, at the age of 88 years, 7 months and 22 days.

Mrs. Beaird had lived most of her life in Parma before moving to Portageville. She was a member of the Church of Christ in Parma. She enjoyed crocheting and gardening.

In 1940, she was married to Glendle G. Beaird.

Surviving are her husband Glendle G. Beaird. Two brothers: Delbert J. Garland of Malden, Missouri and Thelbert R. Garland of Texas. One sister: Fay Carter of Paducah, Kentucky. Other relatives and many friends also survive. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Paul, Kenneth, Joe and Delmar Garland and one sister: Adell Lanier.

Friends may call after 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM on Sunday March 2, 2008 at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home in Parma, Missouri.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 3, 2008, at 2:00 PM at the Watkins and Sons Funeral Home In Parma, Missouri with Rev. Bud Mayes of Malden, Missouri officiating.

Interment will follow in the Bernie Cemetery in Bernie, Missouri with Watkins & Sons Funeral Service of Parma, Missouri in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.watkinsfuneralhome.com

Name: Ann Lindsey Ogle
Event: Flossie Beaird
DateTime:
Announcement:

I read on Watkins & Sons Funeral website that Flossie had died recently. I remember her working for Lucy Brothers, husband; Glendle for Ramsey Implement. Sad losing our friends.

Name: Stacy R. Halterman
Event: Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
DateTime: March 15 and 16, 2008
Announcement:

ARE YOU PREPARED

In Cooperation with:

State Emergency Management Agency Federal Emergency Management Agency

About CERT

Introduction

Following a major disaster, first responders who provide fire and medical services will not be able to meet the demand for these services. Factors as number of victims, communication failures, and road blockages will prevent people from accessing emergency services they have come to expect at a moment's notice through 911. People will have to rely on each other for help in order to meet their immediate life saving and life sustaining needs.

One also expects that under these kinds of conditions, family members, fellow employees, and neighbors will spontaneously try to help each other. This was the case following the Mexico City earthquake where untrained, spontaneous volunteers saved 800 people. However, 100 people lost their lives while attempting to save others. This is a high price to pay and is preventable through training.

If we can predict that emergency services will not meet immediate needs following a major disaster, especially if there is no warning as in an earthquake, and people will spontaneously volunteer, what can government do to prepare citizens for this eventuality?

First, present citizens the facts about what to expect following a major disaster in terms of immediate services. Second, give the message about their responsibility for mitigation and preparedness. Third, train them in needed life saving skills with emphasis on decision making skills, rescuer safety, and doing the greatest good for the greatest number. Fourth, organize teams so that they are an extension of first responder services offering immediate help to victims until professional services arrive.

Background

The Community Emergency Response Team concept was developed and implemented by the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) in 1985. The Whittier Narrows earthquake in 1987 underscored the area-wide threat of a major disaster in California. Further, it confirmed the need for training civilians to meet their immediate needs. As a result, the LAFD created the Disaster Preparedness Division with the purpose of training citizens and private and government employees.

The training program that LAFD initiated makes good sense and furthers the process of citizens understanding their responsibility in preparing for disaster. It also increases their ability to safely help themselves, their family and their neighbors. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recognizes the importance of preparing citizens. The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) and the National Fire Academy adopted and expanded the CERT materials believing them applicable to all hazards.

The CERT course will benefit any citizen who takes it. This individual will be better prepared to respond to and cope with the aftermath of a disaster. Additionally, if a community wants to supplement its response capability after a disaster, civilians can be recruited and trained as neighborhood, business, and government teams that, in essence, will be auxiliary responders. These groups can provide immediate assistance to victims in their area, organize spontaneous volunteers who have not had the training, and collect disaster intelligence that will assist professional responders with prioritization and allocation of resources following a disaster. Since 1993 when this training was made available nationally by FEMA, communities in 28 States and Puerto Rico have conducted CERT training.

Delivery

The CERT course is delivered in the community by a team of first responders who have the requisite knowledge and skills to instruct the sessions. It is suggested that the instructors complete a CERT Train-the-Trainer (TTT) conducted by their State Training Office for Emergency Management or the Emergency Management Institute in order to learn the training techniques that are used successfully by the LAFD.

The CERT training for community groups is usually delivered in 2 1/2 hour sessions, one evening a week over a 7 week period or a full weekend course. The training consists of the following:

• Session I, DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: Addresses hazards to which people are vulnerable in their community. Materials cover actions that participants and their families take before, during, and after a disaster. As the session progresses, the instructor begins to explore an expanded response role for civilians in that they should begin to consider themselves disaster workers. Since they will want to help their family members and neighbors, this training can help them operate in a safe and appropriate manner. The CERT concept and organization are discussed as well as applicable laws governing volunteers in that jurisdiction.

• Session II, DISASTER FIRE SUPPRESSION: Briefly covers fire chemistry, hazardous materials, fire hazards, and fire suppression strategies. However, the thrust of this session is the safe use of fire extinguishers, sizing up the situation, controlling utilities, and extinguishing a small fire.

• Session III, DISASTER MEDICAL OPERATIONS PART I: Participants practice diagnosing and treating airway obstruction, bleeding, and shock by using simple triage and rapid treatment techniques.

• Session IV, DISASTER MEDICAL OPERATIONS, PART II: Covers evaluating patients by doing a head to toe assessment, establishing a medical treatment area, performing basic first aid, and practicing in a safe and sanitary manner.

• Session V, LIGHT SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS: Participants learn about search and rescue planning, size-up, search techniques, rescue techniques, and most important, rescuer safety.

• Session VI, DISASTER PSYCHOLOGY AND TEAM ORGANIZATION: Covers signs and symptoms that might be experienced by the disaster victim and worker. It addresses CERT organization and management principles and the need for documentation.

• Session VII, COURSE REVIEW AND DISASTER SIMULATION: Participants review their answers from a take home examination. Finally, they practice the skills that they have learned during the previous six sessions in disaster activity.

A class is being offered for New Madrid County residents in Portageville Missouri on March the 15th and 16th from 8am to 4pm both days. Refreshments will be provided. If interested please contact me for admission.

Contact

Stacy R. Halterman (Director of CERT)

stacy.halterman@dss.mo.gov

Cell: 573-379-6502

Work: 573-688-5237

Name: George Husted
Event: Passing of Jimmy Ledbetter
DateTime: January 30, 2008
 Announcement:  Herschel "Jim" Ledbetter passed away on Wednesday.  He departed this life in the Veterans Home at Cape Girardeau on January 30, 2008 at the age of 75. Jim was born 6/16/32 in Oak Island.  His parents were Herschel & Naomi; his father was a farmer and auto parts operator.  He served in the Army Air Force from 12/12/50 to 12/11/54.  He was a basic Airman and earned the Korean Service Medal, U.N. Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.  Jim married his current wife, Billie on 8/28/2000.  He has two step children from his first marriage and two step children with Billie.  Jim worked on his grandparents farm and his father's auto parts store, and later owned and operated the parts store.  He retired in 2005.  Jim loves to play slot machines, sit outside in the yard, play with the dogs, pick up pecans, Listening to 50's and 60's music and country western. A graveside memorial service will be conducted at a later date at the Taylor Cemetery near Essex.

Name: George Husted
Event: Passing of Nadine Moore
DateTime: January 10, 2007
Announcement:
 Nadine Moore, wife of George Moore was born June 14, 1929 in Risco, MO and passed away January 10, 2007 in Malden, Missouri.  Her funeral services were at the Landmark United Pentecostal Church at 11 a.m., Friday, January 12, 2007. Interment was at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.  Her husband, George is still active here in Parma.

Name: Jeanette Beck
Event: Looking for information on Beck, Shaw, Ledbetter
DateTime:
Announcement:
Anyone with information on the following names, Beck, Shaw, Ledbetter, Ford, I would like to hear from you & maybe exchange new or old ancestry information,these ancestors were in & around Parma, Risco, New Madrid areas. Contact me @ 2monkeys@centurytel.net. Please put in subject line in regards to Beck, Shaw, Ledbetter or Ford. Thank you.

Jeanette

Name: Eddie Julian
Event: Class of 1958 50 year reunion
DateTime: 7;00 pm July 5th 2880
Announcement:
The PHS Classof 1958 will have a 50th year reunion dinner at the Hickory Log Resturant in Dester on Friday evening July 5h at 7:00 PM. Anyone who graduated with the class or would have are welcome please contact me at ejulian@bellsouth.net

Name: George Husted
Event: Down Home Days 2008
DateTime: July 4th & 5th
Announcement:
Mayor Ramsey has confirmed that the 2008 Down Home Days will be Friday evening, July 4th and picnic Saturday afternoon, July 5th.

It's 12:02 p.m. so it's 2008

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Name: Tom & Sue Parkman
Event: Homegoing of Dave Lilliard
DateTime: Funeral Friday Dec. 28,2007
Announcement:
Our condolences to all the Missouri relatives of Barbara Jewett Lillard in the homegoing of Barb's Husband Dave.
Thankfully he did not have to suffer long and was prepared.
Blessings of peace to all the family.

Name: Parma fire department parmavfd@yahoo.com
Event: Christmas parade
DateTime: Dec 22 10:00 am
Announcement:
The PFD would like to announce that again this year Santa will be visiting and will be in Parma's annual parade. He will be riding the fire truck and passing out candy. So all the kids and kids at heart come join the fun. We will be starting aroung ten am (10:00). Also thanks for all who supported and I hope enjoyed our chili supper this past weekend. parmavfd@yahoo.com Chris Blackburn

Name: George G. Husted
Event: House explosion and burned
DateTime: Thursday, November 29, 2007, early morning.
Announcement:
PARMA - One person was injured when the old Stahl house exploded this morning.

According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, at about 8 a.m. an explosion occurred at a residence located at 406 N. Broad St. One person, who was in the house at the time, received injuries, a department spokesman said.

The house reportedly became fully engulfed in flames following the explosion.

The Parma Fire Department responded along with members of the New Madrid County Emergency Medical Services, county Alert team members, New Madrid County Sheriff Terry Stevens and New Madrid County Sheriff investigator Jason Ward.

The state Fire Marshal’s office has been called in to investigate the incident as well.

No further information was available as of press time.

Name: George G. Husted
Event: One injured in house explosion
DateTime: Thursday, November 29, 2007
Announcement:
This is taken directly from the Sikeston Standard Democrat PARMA - One person was injured when a house exploded this morning.

Name: Tom and Sue Parkman
Event: Death of Former Parma Man-Scotty Barney
DateTime:
Announcement:
I just learned today of the passing of one of our finest men Scotty Barney. He took his early training in our Parma Schools and went on to greater things. He has left a great gap in the Barney family. His circle of friends will never forget the achievements he made in both his professional and personal life. Our sincere condolences to all the Barney Family on this sad occassion. Love and prayers to all of you as you adjust to this loss.

Name: tina robison anderson
Event: Ernestine Franks passed on to heaven
DateTime: good friday, 2007
Announcement:
My grandmother, who lived at the dead end road past first baptist church passed away in april. She had lived there for over 30 years...Shortly after her great grand daughter Shaina was born on april 24th and is growing healthy and beautiful...grandma was a wonderful humble caring soul and now she sits beside her Lord watching over us....Tina (robison) Anderson

Name: Michael carrigan/ Angela ainsworth
Event: now
DateTime:
Announcement:
Looking for Sonya Cree Scott, Please contact us at mwcarrigan2001@yahoo.com or alistrinaknows@yahoo.com
our family misses and is worried about you alot. Little zachary says he wovs you and he going to come pick you up .lol With my Truck! please get a hold of us . love you always , angie and family.

Name: George G. Husted in Parma
Event: Down Home Days 2007 photographs
DateTime: NOW
Announcement:

George S. Husted has posted all of the photographs he has received on the Parma Web Site. Just click on the Down Home Days 2007 tab, scroll down and enjoy.
Good work George,
Love,
dad

Name: Paul
Event: Ford Family Reunion
DateTime: Aug 11, 07
Announcement:

I just wanted to post a message about a family reunion for the Ford family and anyone who is related to the Ford's. It is scheduled for Aug 11 from 9am to 4pm in Paragould,AR. If you are interested please contact me via email for more details. My email is ptcbford4@sbcglobal.net Looking forward to anyone who is interested.

Name: Christal Austin
Event: Ham and Bean Dinner
DateTime: June 8 from 5p.m. to 8p.m.
Announcement:

A Ham and Bean dinner is scheduled for Friday June 8 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in honor of Mike and Millie Cullum. Plates will include ham and bean dinner, dessert and drink for $5.00. It will be at the Parma Community Building. All proceeds (100%) raised will be given to Mike and Millie. Plates can be purchased at the door if you are unable to buy a ticket.

Please show your support during this difficult time. Should you have any questions please email me at christalaustin@yahoo.com

Name: NORMA HARTMAN nhartman001@charter.net
Event:
DateTime:
Announcement:

I WANTED TO LET EVERYONE KNOW,THAT MY SISTER, LINDA SIFFORD,WHO WENT TO PARMA GRADE SCHOOL WHEN I WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL (CLASS OF 1954) PASSED AWAY ON APRIL 17, 2007

Name: Vicki Cox Dinning
Event: passing of a loved one
DateTime: Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Announcement:

This is to let you know that my dad, W. C. Cox, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2007.

Name: George G. Husted
Event: American Flags
DateTime:
Announcement:

It is always a joy to me to see our City of Parma all dressed up with the American Flags through the entire length of our main street. Today is a cold windy day but the QMI Team has our American Flags up for the Easter Weekend. Thanks to the QMI Team and their management for this tremendous support of Americanism!

Name:
Webmaster
Event:
Announcement Page
Datetime:
today

Announcement

The Announcement page is repaired and working again. Friends of Parma feel free to place you g-rated announcement of upcoming events here.

Name:
martha clubbs umfress
Event:
just saying hello
Date & Time:
8-1-2004
email:
nitewoman002@yahoo.com

Announcement

just saying hello to everyone.

Name:
BOB BARNEY
Event:
Date & Time:
07-03-04
email:
BOBBARNEY559@AOL.COM

Announcement

I changed my Juno address to Bobbarney559@aol.com Please change your address books. Also, those who feel up to it, send me an e-mail so I can correct my records. If Sue Parkman is there enjoying the celebration, someone please advise her that my operation went OK and I am out and about.

Thanks - Bob Barney

Name:
tina (robison) anderson
Event:
looking for childhood friends
Date & Time:
june 28th, 2004
email:
tinkertoi@classicnet.net

Announcement

Hi..I grew up in Parma during the eighties and I am looking for my childhood friends. I want to catch up and hear all the wonderful things they've been up to. I grew up with Becky and Jenny Biggs, Rhonda Stultz, Mark Stockton, Elaine and Christine Lawrence and soo many others..my grandmother still lives in Parma..Ernestine Franks...if anyone remembers me please email me, would love to hear from you.

Name:
Gene Sylvester
Event:
Date & Time:
email:
sylvest24@comcast.net

Announcement

Name:
Tina Lynn
Event:
John Allen Leslie
Date & Time:
May 13, 2004
email:
lynns03@clas.net

Announcement

My father, John Allen Leslie, age 82, passed away May 7th, 2004 at Missouri Baptist Hospital. He had become ill with pneumonia in the past weeks and was very weak.

He had lived for the last 33 years in Lecoma, Mo as a retired farmer. He was preceded in death by my mother, also an alumni of Parma, Catherine Alice McCarty Leslie.

I grew up with many stories from Southeast Missouri. I moved to Stoddard County last May and my father enjoyed visiting the area. It always felt like home.

I recognize many names in the area and appreciate all you for being a part of their lives.

Thank you and God bless.

Name:
Sue Parkman
Event:
"Bullet Proof" by Bob Barney
Date & Time:
email:
BobBarney@aol.com

Announcement

Notice to all past and present residents of Parma. I just finished reading the book "Bullet Proof" by Bob Barney. Folks you have a real live Hero from your little town and he should be recognized for his accomplishments. I am so proud to have met this man that did so much for our country and is alive to tell us about it. You will not want to put the book down and it is a bargain for $25. direct from Bob. It is also available on the Net but cheaper from him. Get one as soon as you can as they are limited editions. I did not get paid to do this and would not accept it anyway. This man has a great story and YOU SHOULD READ IT and let him know you appreciate his sacrefices.God Bless You Bob

Name:
peggy christian
Event:
looking for claassmates
Date & Time:
april 29th 2004
email:
pharris@onemain.com

Announcement

I am looking for Winona Hill and Janie ellis

Name:
Ginger Ashley
Event:
Get Together
Date & Time:
Sat. after picnic
email:
dashley@semo.net

Announcement

Class of 1959: Some of us were discussing a reunion since it is 45 years. Since it is rather late to get anything organized, we thought we might all get together and go out to eat after the picnic on Saturday and visit. Let me hear some input if you are interested and also let any others know if you have their addresses. My addresses are not current and I don't know how to contact. Would love to see all of you. Ginger (Douglass)Ashley

Name:
Jim Allen
Event:
Death of former resident
Date & Time:
03/16/2004
email:
jallen110@comcast.net

Announcement

Charles Neal 78, son of Arthur and Myrtle Neal, long time residents of Parma, died Sunday, March 14, 2004, at his home in Gland Blanc Michigan.

Name:
Bob barney
Event:
Book publishin announcement
Date & Time:
March 12, 2204
email:

Announcement

Name:
Bob Barney
Event:
Book Publsih Announcement
Date & Time:
March 03, 2004
email:
bobbarney@juno.com

Announcement

Name:
judith stanley
Event:
looking for friend marie davis
Date & Time:
01-15-04,  10:30 p.m.
email:
judiscakes2002@yahoo.com

Announcement

my name is judith l. jennings stanley, i am trying to locate a marie davis, we went to school in senath, mo. grad. in 1960 61. any-one knowing how to get hold of her please let meknow. last known of her she moved to mich. thank you

Name:
Dale Segrest
Event:
looking for moms school records
Date & Time:
12/12/2003
email:
www.dalesegrest@aol.com

Announcement

My grandparentes were Nettie&Elva Ellis.My mom was evelen.School.years were1924-1934.Then got married toCharles Segrest. Anyone having info please e-mail Dale Segrest

Name:
John Nixon
Event:
Date & Time:
email:
robertan@hamiltoncom.net

Announcement

I am looking for more information on Mary Julia (zula) Nixon Ward. She would be my great aunt. My great grandfather is Montie Elliott Nixon. My grandfather is Montie E Nixon. My father is Harold Montie Nixon Sr. I am John Nixon. I am looking for birth & Death dates & where My great granfather was from.

Name:
Amelia Denson
Event:
A child went to heaven
Date & Time:
October 13,2003
email:
adenson@bpsnetworks.com

Announcement

To anyone who has'nt heard, God has taken one of his children home. Dorothy E. Lowrey died October 13,2003 at the age of 72. Dorothy was involved in an auto accident. Alot of people knew her from working at the post office here in Parma. And many knew her from her teaching children at the First Baptist Church. I was so fortunate to have known her from both. She was a very special woman who was loved by all who met her. She is and will remain deeply missed.

Name:
Sue Rodgers Parkman
Event:
50Th Anniversary of Class of 54  2004
Date & Time:
email:
stparkman@aol.com

Announcement

I assume there will be a 50th Anniversary - 1954 Class Reunion during the HomeTown Days celebration July 2004. I have had questions from classmates but have no information to give them. If there is a plan, put it on the web site please. Hope there will be a good turn out and am looking forwad to seeing everyone.

Name:
Louis Hill
Event:
Soul Winning Crusade
Date & Time:
September 19 & 20, 2003  7:00 PM Nightly
email:
lhill@myexcel.com

Announcement

Expect a Life Changing Word at the Soul Winning Crusade sponsored by His Way Ministries, Little Rock, Arkansas

Friday, Sept. 19th - Evangelist Rose Moore, The Lord's Blessing Ministries

Saturday Sept. 20th - Evangelist Isaac Hill, Word of God Ministries

To be Held at the Community Center For more information call, (501) 565-8543 Pastor Louis Hill, Overseer

Name:
JAMES BROWN
Event:
Death of Kenny Melton--Class Of 1956
Date & Time:
Sometime Fri 29 Aug 2003
email:
JBROWN4665@AOL.COM

Announcement

For those of you that have not heard; Kenneth (Kenny) Melton, Class of 1956 was killed in a farm accident at his home in Cheneyville, LA. As I understand from the little I know about this incident, a tractor somehow backed over him. As I further understand, from the news account, he apparently died enroute to the hospital.

There will be a memorial service for Kenny in Alexandria, LA for friends who knew him there. He will then be sent to Watkins Funeral Homne in Parma, MO for visitation for relatives and friends Tue 2 Sep. Visitation will be from 1100 am to 1300 (1:00pm). If you can be there, your presence will be greatly appreciated. He will be buried on Wed 3 Sep at Senath, MO. His Mother and Father are believed to be buried there.

I for one, and I know everyone in the Class of 1956 and Kennys' other friends will certainly miss Kenny. Please join all of us in prayers for Kennys' family.

The link below is to the hometown newspaper with the account of the accident. One can highlight, copy, and paste to read the offical account and the pictures. I hope I copied the link correctly. If not just go to WWW.thetowntalk.com and click on the news icon.

In 1998 on my return trip from Ft. Sam Houston, TX, I detoured through Cheneyvill, LA and visited overnight with Kenny. My visit was extremely enjoyable. I must say if Kenny was not as satisfied, content, happy, and laid back as he appeared to be, he certainly fooled me. He was as usual quiet, calm, and seemed to be very content in his position (job) on the farm where he resided. As usual also, he never got in a hurry, and calm as always.

James Brown

http://www.thetowntalk.com/html/BC1943DD-87BD-4F6C-B5F0-C9C1900F7A93.shtml

Name:
A. K. Love
Event:
Down home Days
Date & Time:
4th and 5th July,2003
email:
aklove@ev1.net

Announcement

Waiting for you to fix pics. cannot dwnld. get6 pics aand several flip flops. Awaiting your fix with great antisapation

Name:
George G. Husted
Event:
Down Home Days
Date & Time:
7/11/03
email:
gghusted@bpsnetworks.com

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Hi to all you web surfers, I was putting the photographs into the "Down Home Days" section of our website and somehow messed it up. Our oldest Son, ETC(SW) George S. Husted in on a ship that is in port today and he is going to try to straighten it out. I have some good shots and am looking forward to putting them in. However, I am going on vacation Tuesday, July 15th, so it may be a while. Regretfully yours, George G.

Name:
mugu
Event:
Date & Time:
email:
mugu@mugu.com

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Name:
James L. McMullin (Bud)
Event:
Seeking information
Date & Time:
May 20, 2003
email:
jameslmcmullin@aol.com

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Trying to find names and addresses of the Parker family who lived behind us in Parma in 1938 to 1941, and information on the Hobbs family of Parma. Am seeking the address of one of the Hobbs family who entered the navy in 1941 and became a chief. Iwas born in Parma in 1927 and went to school there from 1932 until 1941.

Name:
Colleen
Event:
Date & Time:
email:
c_dobrzynski@hotmail.com

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Looking for dates on headstones for Charles Ward and Mary Julia (Zula) Nixon Ward, buried at Parma Cemetery in Parma, Missouri.

Thank You

Name:
Rick Dronkowski
Event:
Locating Relatives of wife
Date & Time:
Wed may 14 2003 am
email:
Kewadinrick@hotmail.com

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Looking for anyone who knew Ora Marie Crabb. She was born 1903 or 06. She went by Marie. Her grand dad was Finias Austin Crabb. She had two sisters Trellis and Alberta and Mildred. Her moms maiden name was Trammel. Any info please e-mail or call Rick or Kandi 1-231-264-6157

Name:
Walter Dodd
Event:
NA
Date & Time:
NA
email:
wdodd.aero56@gtalumni.org

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Trying to find an old friend. Iva Nell Buttrey. I last heard from her in 1958 she was in Poplar Bluff. Her sister worked at Malden AB then. Another sister named Nancy lived in Malden. They were all from Parma. If anyone knows where they are please email me.

Name:
George Husted
Event:
Down Home Days
Date & Time:
July 4th & 5th
email:
gghusted@bpsnetworks.com

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Mayor Randall Ramsey has just set Saturday, July 5th, 2003 for our "Down Home Days" celebration. There will be things happening on July 4th too. More information will be forthcoming as it becomes available. George

Name:
RALPH  TUCKER
Event:
TRYING TO FIND INFORMATION
Date & Time:
email:
RESTORATION01@JUNO.COM

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HELLO MY NAME IS RALPH TUCKER AND I AM TRYING TO FIND MY PEOPLE, THEIR LAST NAMES ARE TUCKERS. KATTIE AND ISOM TUCKER, THEY HAD 7 KIDS AND THEY WAS THEIR IN THE 1940'S IF YOU CAN HELP ME PLEASE EMAIL ME BACK AT RESTORATION01@JUNO.COM PLEASE HELP ME FIND THEM.... OR SOME INFORMATION..

Name:
W COLSTON
Event:
LOOKING FOR DECENDENTS OF LAURA EDWARDS
Date & Time:
2-18-03
email:
wcolston65@hotmail.com

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WE ARE TRY TO CONTACT DECENDENTS OF LAURA EDWARDS(MAIDEN NAME) WHO LIVED IN THE PARMA AREA. SHE HAD A FARM IN THE PARMA AREA. SHE HAD A SON NAMED TANK AND A GRANDSON BY THE NAME OF ROBINSON. SHE CAME FROM FRENCH CAMP MISSISSIPPI. SHE DIED IN THE 1960'S.

Name:
George G. Husted
Event:
Check out the "Join Us in Praying for America"
Date & Time:
now
email:
gghusted@bpsnetworks.com

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Click on the "Join Us in Praying for America" just below this "Announcements". It is really great. The latest photo of the Columbia crew, the Presidents address, etc. Enjoy, George

Name:
bob  (robert) davidson
Event:
merry christmas
Date & Time:
12/22/2002
email:
hunter@dfn.com

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just wanted to say a merry christmas to all, i some of my fondest memories of christmas were from parma elementry school. to susan melton, marlen, phylis gregg,marlene, jackie parker, leroy jenkins charlie ccravens, tony lape, kent leigh, jane harrison, j w foster,( i can still sign his name better than he can),darrel biggs, terry lape, ulysess dodson, ( gone but not forgoten),ann harrison, patricia davis, travis moore,punk jaynes, roxann jaynes ronnie jaynes,homer dodson, coach harrison, coach dembo, budder cravens, linda loveless,terry stewart,roger ashley, the husteds, the sapps, and all the others i may not remember your last name. kathy, sharon, i hope you are all alive and well

merry christmas to you all your children and grand children. and a happy new year. after all we just started first grade yesterday

bob davidson

Name:
Sue Parkman
Event:
50th Anniversary-Joe&Yvonne Moore
Date & Time:
Jan.4,2003
email:
stparkman@aol.com

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Congratulations Classmates. The Best is yet to be.

Name:
J. Allen
Event:
Death of former Parma resident.
Date & Time:
email:
jallen@autonet100.com

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Gerald G. Crabb of Clio, Michigan, died 11/12/2002 at McClaren Regional Hospital. Mr. Crabb was born in Parma, Missouri, on 03/20/1944, the son of Listel and Anna Mae (Rose)Crabb. He leaves three brothers, Jack of Mi., Bill of Ky., Herbert of Mo., one sister, Helen of Mo.

Name:
George Husted
Event:
New business & new construction
Date & Time:
email:
gghusted@bpsnetworks.com

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Go to the main menu and click on the "News" block to seen Ryan's Food Mart is open and two new constructions.

Name:
Barbara Jewett
Event:
1956 Death of Young Parma Resident
Date & Time:
email:
RVGitano@aol.com

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There was a young boy killed in a single car accident north of Parma, I believe it was the summer of 1956. And I think he had gone to sleep at the wheel. I remember going to the funeral and meeting his family, he had some older brothers. Does anyone remember the family's name and/or where my friend is buried? Thanks.

Name:
Marva Morgan Womack
Event:
New Business Opening
Date & Time:
email:
jmacd@semo.net

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Marva's iMages Photo Imaging & Photo Transfer *T-shirts *Caps *Coffee Mugs *Mouse Pads *3x5's *8x10's *Name Meanings & Editing .........and much more!!!! Phone Orders and Credit Cards Accepted Contact us today at jmacd@semo.net or (573)379-5435 Jeff & Marva Womack 109 East First Street Portageville, MO 63873

Name:
perry woolsey
Event:
class of 1958 "get together"
Date & Time:
sat 21sept 2002 12noon till ?????
email:
pwandshirl@msn.com

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High school class of 1958,Invited to attend a class get together at 3216 Cambridge Dr. Festus,Mo. 63028 Telephone 636 931-7288 Please contact me for detailed directions and further information.

Name:
okefor chinedum
Event:
pamma
Date & Time:
12:23
email:
danla_chile@safe-mail.net

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God is God

Name:
Joann Hanz
Event:
Looking for information
Date & Time:
email:
jchanz2000@yahoo.com

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I have two uncles that were born in Risco, Mo. snd are burried in Parma,Mo At the Parma cemetery. They both died very young. Harrel Edmon Easton Born Jan. 25,1917 died Sept. 21,1919 And Elmer Howard Easton Born Aug. 27,1918 and died Sept.20, 1919. If anyone has any information about these two people or any surviving Eastons I would love to hear from you. The parents of these two boys were Thomas Edmon and Clara May (Pankey) Easton. Thank you for any help you can give me.

Name:
Steve Lewis
Event:
New Residents of Parma
Date & Time:
June 3, 2002
email:
cntryflk@sheltonbbs.com

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As of Thursday, May 30, 2002 Parma has 3 new residents. Reverend John Girdley, his wife Angela, and daughter Hannah, have taken up residence in the First Baptist Church parsonage. They come to us from Louisville, KY. Please make them feel welcome.

Name:
A. K. Love  [Kenneth]
Event:
Down Home Days Year 2002
Date & Time:
6th July 02
email:
aklove@ev1.net

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Class of 51 Would like to make the actives. Had a good time last year. Class of 52 will miss several members this year, too many have passed on. And a hello to the best class mates of 1951.

Name:
Alta Walls
Event:
Death of Lucille W. Wright
Date & Time:
May 25, 2002
email:

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WRIGHT, Lucille W.-Of Flint, age 78, died Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Mrs.Wright was born in Parma, Missouri on January 14, 1924, the daughter of Charles and Lucy Haskins and was a resident of the Flint area most of her life. She enjoyed crocheting, reading horoscopes and gardening. Surviving are daughter, Linda McGrath; grandsons Jeff, Craig and Chris McGrath, all of Flint; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Frieda Tompkins, Frances (Kenneth) Rich: brother, Charles (Louise) Haskins: sisters-in-law, Jeanette and Bernie Haskins; several nieces nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles on, May 6, 2002; sister Beverly Smith and brothers, Samuel and Edwards Haskins.

Name:
George G. Husted
Event:
Down Home Days Committee meeting
Date & Time:
Monday evening, June 3rd, 6:30 P.M.
email:
gghusted@semo.net

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The "Down Home Days" Committee will meet Monday evening, June 3, at the Parma Community Center. If you are interested in the Annual Parma Picnic, come and let your interest be known. And, offer your assistance. :-)

Name:
George G. Husted
Event:
Down Home Days Committee meeting
Date & Time:
Thursday, May 16th, 6:30 PM
email:
gghusted@semo.net

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The "Down Home Days" Committee met Monday, May 6th but all members were not present. Discussions led to another meeting Thursday, May 16th at 6:30 P.M. at the Community building. This should not be a long meeting but we need interested members to be present. We talked quite a bit about Friday evening's get together with respect to Bill Morgan and the meeting place in his drug store. We think the evening will be great and the ideas presented are exciting. We also discussed Saturday's events. More will be added after the May 16th meeting.

Name:
robert davidson
Event:
passed away
Date & Time:
april 21 2002  4:00 am cst
email:
hunter@dfn.com

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On April 21 2002 at 4:00 am Oshel Lee Davidson a former resident of Parma Mo passed away in San Antonio Tx, He was 85 years old. He was survived by his bride Mamie, children Dorothy, Paul, Brenda,Harry,james, Robert and to many grand and great grand children to list. he has gone to a better place.

Name:
robert davidson
Event:
passed away
Date & Time:
april 21 2002  4:00 am cst
email:

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Long time Parma resident Oshel Davidson passed away SundaY April 21 at 4:00 am. He had lived in southeastern Missouri and Parma. He passed away in San Antonio Tx. He was 85 years old. He is survived by his wife Mamie and six children, Dorothy, Paul, Brenda, Harry, James,Rohert and to many grand and great grand kids to list. He will be missed.

Name:
Nola Beard (Pudge Allen)
Event:
Death
Date & Time:
April 16, 2002
email:
JGAllen@comcast.net

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Nola Beard (Pudge Allen) of Burton, Michigan, and long time resident of Parma, MO., died Tuesday April 16, 2002 in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Pudge and the rest of the Allen family resided in Parma, MO., where her family was raised. She is survived by her husband John Beard, her three children, grandchildren, and many great grandchilren. She is also survived by her brother James Allen of Burton, and sister Alta Walls (Alta Allen) of Burton, both of whom were born and raised in Parma. Pudge was 71 years old.

Name:
Bonnabelle M. Smith (Bonnie Ray)
Event:
Death
Date & Time:
April 10, 2002
email:
JGAllen@comcast.net

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Bonnabelle Smith (Bonnie Ray) of Flint, Michigan, died Wednesday April 10, 2002 in Grand Blanc Michigan. Bonnie and her family were long time residence of Parma, and Bonnie visits every year for the 4th of July. She was 74 years old. She is survived by her husband Roland Smith of Risco, MO., and her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Name:
George G. Husted
Event:
Down Home Days Committee meeting
Date & Time:
Monday evening, May 6, 6:30 P.M.
email:
gghusted@semo.net

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The "Down Home Days" Committee met Thursday evening at the Parma Community Center. The Theme for this year's "Down Home Days" is "Bill Morgan Night". We're all meeting at the "Bill Morgan Drug Store" (CPR Complex cafeteria) Friday and Saturday nights July 5th & 6th, after the ball game and Homecoming festivities. We will be reliving the 50s. The next committee meeting will be Monday evening May 6th at 6:30 P.M. at the Parma Community Center. This will be the most significant meeting where many important decisions will be made. A list of names will be given to mail letters requesting Committee participation. Committee members are requested to attend the meeting AND all other interested citizens are invited to attend.

Name:
Sarah K. Jackson
Event:
1952 Class Reunion
Date & Time:
6:00 PM July 6, 2002
email:

Announcement

Dear classmates (Class of 1952) It has been decided that our 50 year class reunion will be held in the Parma Community Bldg. Catering by Rebecca Sharp of New Madrid at a cost of $25 per couple.

The day and date are Saturday, July 6th. We will meet at the Picnic Grounds at Parma at 10 a.m. We can spend the day renewing old friends. We will meet at the Community Bldg at 600 pm with dinner at 700 pm.

An accurate count is needed as soon as possible. Please respond to: 

Sarah K. Jackson 
1353 Schafer DR. 
Burton, Michigan 48509-1548 
Phone 18l0 742 6849

or

Harlin J. Love 
12499 Chilton Hills Dr. 
De Soto, Mo. 63020-3194 
Phone 1636 337 3141

We may need a deposit for the caterer.

E-mail contacts: 
Claude Mize at cmze@fayelectric.com or 
Bobbie Becorest at mamaw7@prodigy.net

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