Mathew Steven Parsons
Mathew Steven Parsons, 32, Cochran, Ga., died unexpectedly Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021, at his residence. He as born March 31, 1989, in Macon, Ga., to Steven and Vicky Parsons, Cochran. Survivors include his parents; sister, Melissa (Michael) Bryant, Eatonton, Ga.; brother, Jeremy Keene, Forsythe, Ga.; paternal grandma, Mary E. Parsons, Palmyra; uncles and cousins, Kevin,…
Read MoreHenry Riedel
Henry Riedel, 61, Hannibal, Mo., passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Mo. Henry was born December 26, 1959, in Hannibal, Mo, to Herman Riedel and Betty F. Feeney Riedel. Survivors include his sister, Ann Keller (George), Palmyra, Mo.; two brothers, George Riedel (Pam), Columbia, Mo.; and Phillip Riedel, Lawrence,…
Read MoreRain ends as fair begins
Palmyra received some heavy rain Saturday morning, but it moved out as the Marion County Fair began with the traditional parade down Main Street. The parade was shorter than usual due to the rain during set up, but it didn’t bother the events that followed, including the Marion County Fair Queen pageant that afternoon. At…
Read MoreCounty hears drainage ditch complaint
by Patty Cheffey The Marion County Commission addressed a drainage concern and approved a bid during their meeting Monday morning. Gale and Richelle Behring were present to discuss a drainage issue on County Road 238, stating they did not believe the county’s plan for the road would help clear up the issue. Western District Commissioner…
Read MoreThe rest of the story: Original owner of decorated piano tells history of instrument
by Patty Cheffey The Palmyra Spectator was contacted last week by Emma Hoerr, a former resident of Taylor, Mo., who shared the “rest of the story” concerning Carol Bezler’s piano turned flower pot. According to Hoerr, the piano was originally hers and passed down to other family members, until Amy Adrian advertised it for free…
Read MoreElsie Darlene Taylor
Elsie Darlene Taylor, 79, Palmyra, Mo., passed away at 11:45 a.m., Friday, July 30, 2021, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra. Elsie was born Dec. 24, 1941, in Philadelphia, Mo., to Hubert F. and Cleo L. Stratton Meyers. She was married to Ira “Buck” Taylor on July 29, 1961, in Durham, Mo. He preceded…
Read MoreArlene Margaret Veit
Arlene Margaret Veit, 82, Palmyra, Mo., passed away at 10:58 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra. Arlene was born Feb. 4, 1939, in Elston, Mo., to Milburn H. and Helen Mary Dulle Schenewerk. In 1957, she was part of the first graduating class from Helias Catholic High School in…
Read MoreMarion “Neil” Reese
Marion “Neil” Reese, 88, Wentzville, Mo., departed this life on Sunday, July 25, 2021. Neil was born April 18, 1933 in Ewing, Mo., to Cecil Frederick and Glessie Mae Reese nee Brown. He married Nancy Fagan on Oct. 12, 1958 in Philadelphia, Mo. Together they have three children. He is survived by his son, Marty…
Read MoreFull county fair line up starts Saturday
The Marion County Fair returns with full entertainment in 2021 Events kick off with the parade on Saturday, July 31, at 10 a.m., followed by the Knights of Columbus barbecue on the Courthouse lawn at 11 a.m. and the car show in Flower City Park, starting at noon. The Marion County Fair queen contests will…
Read MoreGetting involved on campus a key to success for students according to MU vice chancellor
by Mark Cheffey Incoming University of Missouri-Columbia students were encouraged to get involved once they get on campus during the annual Mizzou Send-Off event in Palmyra hosted Saturday by area alumni. Bill Stackman, MU vice chancellor for Student Affairs, told students during the event at Jackson Park Golf Course they can head off problems and…
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