Travis Funeral Chapel

08/25/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for August 25, 2025 -

Born October 16, 1931, in Anacortes, Washington, the son of George and Thelma (Cox) Jelmberg. On June 12, 1955, in Vallejo, California, he was united in marriage to Jacqueline Gentry who survives.

08/24/2025

Lila May Wiggans, age 96, of Atlanta, Missouri, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025, at her home.

Born October 6, 1928, in Brookfield, Missouri, the daughter of Leo and Lorena (Parry) Walters. On June 1, 1946, in Atlanta, Missouri, she was united in marriage to Roscoe Wiggans who preceded her in death on December 26, 1989.

Also preceding her in death were her parents; one grandson, Bryan Rhoades; one brother, Robert L. Walters; infant brother, Leo Jr; and one sister, Betty L. Baker.

Surviving is one son and daughter-in-law, Neil and Phyllis Wiggans of Atlanta, Missouri; one daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Ed Rhoades of Atlanta, Missouri; four grandchildren, Eric (Claudia) Rhoades , Nathan (DeAnna) Wiggans, Daniel (Haley) Wiggans, and Katelyn (Robert) Young; nine great grandchildren, Nash Wiggans, Madilyn Wiggans, Ella Marie Wiggans, Henley Young, Roscoe Young, Jovie Young, Bellamy Young, Haley Rhoades, and Lindsey Rhoades; and five great-great-grandchildren, Mya, Brysen, Harleigh May, Emberlynn, and Rya.

Lila lived most of her life in the Atlanta community. She was a graduate of Atlanta High School and Chillicothe Business School. She worked on the farm, was employed for many years at Macon-Atlanta State Bank in Macon, Missouri, and was a member of the Atlanta Community Club. Lila enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, and making chocolate pies for her family.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Macon, Missouri under the direction of Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri.

08/24/2025

William E. Jelmberg, age 93, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025, at his home.

Born October 16, 1931, in Anacortes, Washington, the son of George and Thelma (Cox) Jelmberg. On June 12, 1955, in Vallejo, California, he was united in marriage to Jacqueline Gentry who survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Edwon Jelmberg of Kirksville, Missouri and Ernest (Mary) Jelmberg of Puyallup, Washington; three daughters, Delma Onken of La Plata. Missouri, Theresa (Kennie) Jellison of Allerton, Iowa, and Laura (Kelly) Lloyd of Omaha, Arkansas; one brother, George (Shelly) Jelmberg of Royal City, Washington; two sisters, Betty (Wiley) Allred of Moses Lake, Washington and Anna Christine (Allen) Jelmberg-Meidema of Bothell, Washington; nine grandchildren, several great grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

His parents and one brother, Clifford Jelmberg preceded him in death.

Bill served in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1955. He moved to La Plata from Vallejo, California in 1967. He enjoyed the outdoors, working on the farm, mushroom hunting, and working at the Christian Ministries Food Bank.

Graveside services with full military honors will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the La Plata Cemetery in La Plata, Missouri.

Visitation will be at Travis Funeral Chapel with the family receiving friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

08/17/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for August 17, 2025 -

Gregory "Greg" Dale Williams, age 71, of LaPlata, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

08/17/2025

Gregory "Greg" Dale Williams, age 71, of LaPlata, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Boone Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

Greg was born August 15, 1953 in Kirksville, Missouri, the son of Arthur Willis and Betty Jo Williams of Gifford, Missouri. On April 25, 1975, he was united in marriage to Judith "Judy" Green at the Methodist Church in La Plata.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Dixie Rose. Greg is survived by his loving wife, Judy, three children, Jackie Williams of La Plata, Janie Williams of Graniteville, South Carolina, and Joshua Williams of La Plata; four grandchildren, Tyra (Jacobey) Preston, Christian, Jalen, and Jamison Williams; and three great-grandchildren, Azlynn, Easton, and Hudson.

Greg began his school years in Gifford MO, graduating from La Plata R-II High School in 1971. His career included La Plata Lumber Yard Manager, La Plata J Burdman Auto Part Store Manager, Serving as the Director of Utilites for the City of La Plata, and later retiring from the Department of Conservation. Greg served as a Grand Master of the La Plata Masonic Lodge and was a member of the La Plata Christian Church.

He found joy in the simple pleasures of life, spending time with his family, taking drives through the countryside, searching for arrowheads, his '39' Chevy, and crafting projects in his woodshop.

Greg will be remembered for his steady presence, his devotion to his family, and his love of the outdoors.

Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the La Plata Christian Church at 10:00 a.m. with funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m.

Memorials in memory of Greg can be made to the Bell Cemetery or the La Plata Masonic Lodge. They may be left at or mailed to Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, Missouri 63549.

08/13/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for August 13, 2025 -

Born February 27, 1937, in Otterville, Missouri, the son of William Henry and Beulah Mae (Pruett) Gardner. On August 31, 1957, in Macon, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Edith Gean Hulett who preceded him in death on March 10, 2021.

08/13/2025

Guary G. Gardner, age 88, of Elmer, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at his home.

Born February 27, 1937, in Otterville, Missouri, the son of William Henry and Beulah Mae (Pruett) Gardner. On August 31, 1957, in Macon, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Edith Gean Hulett who preceded him in death on March 10, 2021.

Also preceding him in death were his parents and six siblings, Cliff Gardner, Betty Dela Cruz, Jack Gardner, C.W. Gardner, Terry Lee Gardner, and Calvin Henry Gardner.

Surviving are two sons, Mike Gardner of Pattonsburg, Missouri and Richard “Rick” Gardner of Atlanta, Missouri; two daughters, Sharon (David) Young of Kirksville, Missouri and Janice Magruder of Atlanta, Missouri; two brothers, Curly Gardner of Pattonsburg, Missouri and Joe Gardner of Breckenridge, Missouri; three sisters, Thelma Mallett of New Cambria, Missouri, Mary Allred of Breckenridge, Missouri, and Carolyn Crooker of Sedalia, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Renee Schimming, Sandra Minturn, Selena Kutschara, Rachel Young, Michele Chrisman, Kelsey Gardner, Derick Gardner, and Cheryl Gaardner; several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Guary lived most of his life in Elmer, Missouri. He owned and operated his own logging business. Guary enjoyed hunting and fishing, arrowhead hunting, and playing the banjo and fiddle.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2025, at the Elmer Cemetery in Elmer, Missouri. Officiating will be Pastor Chance Glen.

Memorials in memory of Guary Gardner may be made to Elmer Cemetery. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, Missouri 63549.

08/11/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for August 11, 2025 -

Born June 22, 1939, in Waldo, Arkansas, the daughter of Harold and Louise (Baird) Hudgens. On March 14, 1981, in Camden, Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Bill Simpson who survives.

08/11/2025

Linda Louise Simpson, age 86, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at her home.

Born June 22, 1939, in Waldo, Arkansas, the daughter of Harold and Louise (Baird) Hudgens. On March 14, 1981, in Camden, Arkansas, she was united in marriage to Bill Simpson who survives.

Also surviving is one daughter and son-in-law, Monica and Gary Cripe of La Plata, Missouri; two grandchildren, Jennifer Lamb and Barbara Adamson; three great grandchildren, Jensen Rightmeier, Dylan Lamb and Rose Forsythe; and one brother, Terry Hudgens of Payson, Arizona.

Her parents and one brother, Bobby Hudgens preceded her in death.

Linda was raised in Waldo, Arkansas where she was a 1957 graduate of Waldo High School. She later attended and graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a BA degree in music. She taught in various public schools in the early part of her music teaching career and later gave private piano and voice lessons from her residence in Camden, Arkansas. She loved singing and enjoyed listening to classical music and opera.

Private graveside services will be in the La Plata Cemetery in La Plata, Missouri at a later date.

Memorials in memory of Linda may be made to the La Plata Cemetery. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, MO 63549.

08/07/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for August 7, 2025 -

Leland Collins, age 94, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

08/07/2025

Leland Collins, age 94, of La Plata, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Northeast Regional Medical Center in Kirksville, Missouri.

Born September 11, 1930, in Atlanta, Missouri, the son of Leland S. and Blanche (Redmon) Collins. On November 21, 1953, in Croydon, Pennsylvania, he was united in marriage to Alberta Krause who preceded him in death on December 9, 2014.

Also preceding him in death were his parents; stepfather, Claud Perry; and one brother, Ronnie Perry.

Surviving are two children, Leland D. (Joann) Collins of Laurel Springs, New Jersey and Judithann (Joseph) Romanski of Newtown, Pennsylvania; five grandchildren, Gianna, Bianca, Joseph Jr., Jared, and Janeen; four great grandchildren, Fiadh, Paul, Jared Jr., and Carsen; two brothers, Paul (Kathy) Perry and Gayle Perry, both of La Plata, Missouri; three sisters, Geraldine Gash of Raytown, Missouri, Judy (Leon) Gregory of La Plata, Missouri, and Betty Perry of Diamond Head, Mississippi; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins,

Leland was a 1948 graduate of La Plata High School. He served in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954. He owned and operated Collins Furniture and later the Collins Barber Shop in La Plata. Leland was a member of the La Plata American Legion, La Plata Masonic Lodge, the Loyal Order of Moose in Kirksville, Missouri, and the La Plata Christian Church. Leland loved spending time and visiting with friends and family.

Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2025, at Travis Funeral Chapel in La Plata, Missouri. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Graveside services with full military honors will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Jacksonville, Missouri.

Memorials in memory of Leland may be made to the La Plata American Legion. They may be sent to or left at Travis Funeral Chapel, 125 S. Church St., La Plata, MO 63549.

07/29/2025

New Obituaries from Travis Funeral Chapel for July 29, 2025 -

Born March 31, 1947, in Moberly, Missouri, the son of Floyd and Evelyn (Fowler) Hutchinson. On February 9, 1996, in Moberly, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Donna (Lucas) Binder who survives.