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Lela M. Rowe, 72

Lela M. Rowe, 72 years, passed away on May 7, 2014 at her home with Zane by her side. Lela was born May 22, 1941 in Ava, Mo., to Aaron Troy and Ruth (Scott) Miller. Lela was retired from working at Emerson Electric in Ava for over 15 years. She was a resident of the…

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Susan Perkins, 90

Susan Perkins, 90, of Isabella, Mo., formerly of Ava, departed this life May 3, 2014, at Gainesville Health Care Center, Gainesville, Mo. She was born Sept. 17, 1923, in Chicago, Ill. Funeral services were conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, in the Ava Family Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Ava City Cemetery.…

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John E. Goss Jr., 64

John E. Goss Jr., of Harrisonville, Mo., was born Aug. 5, 1949 in Ava, Mo., the son of John E. and Anna Marie (Blakey) Goss Sr. He departed this life on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at the Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville at the age of 64 years, 8 months and 21 days. He resided…

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Virgil Roy Lee Fry, 81

The Rev. Dr. Virgil Roy Lee Fry, 81, passed away early morning on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at Morrison Woods in Muncie, Ind. Virgil was born on the family farm on Nov. 20, 1932, in Wasola, Mo., to Louin and M. Delsa (Coonts) Fry. Devoting his life to spreading the word of God, through education…

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Larry J. Clayton, 73

Larry J. Clayton, 73, began his heavenly life April 28, 2014 from his home near Ava with his wife and family by his side. Larry began his earthly life Feb. 17, 1941 in Burwell, Neb., with parents Jacob S. and Nellie M. Schrader Clayton.  On Jan. 22, 1966 Larry married his soul mate and love…

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Ulen Gussie “Buddy” Boudreaux Jr., 68

Ulen Gussie “Buddy” Boudreaux Jr. was born Feb. 19, 1946, New Orleans, La., the son of Doris C. (Monier) and Ulen Gussie Boudreaux Sr. He left this world to go meet his Lord on May 5, 2014, 8:25 a.m. at his home in Wright County, Mo. He is survived by his life-partner; Laura (Brazeal) Lee;…

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Lady Bears Place 4th, Bears 5th In SCA Conference Meet Here Monday

The Ava track squad attended the Willow Springs Relays on Monday, April 28 in spite of not attending school that day due to power outages. Medals were awarded to the top five individuals in each event and the top three in relays. Boys’ Events In the 110 hurdles, Bryan Withers placed 4th with a 19.75,…

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The Snoop 5.8.2014

A just-released survey by a national agency reveals the most uncomfortable conversation you could ever have with Mom – is about taking away her car keys because you think she’s a safety hazard. Survey says: 79% of adult children would rather talk to their aging moms about sex than about safety concerns over her driving. 

However,…

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Ava Students Excel at State Music Contest

Each spring semester band and choir students across the state work diligently to prepare for performances that are judged at the State level. This year a total of 26 Ava High School band and choir students traveled to Columbia on Saturday May 3 to compete at State Music Solo and Ensemble Contest. The band took…

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