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Leonard S. and Hattie M. (Smith) Willoughby,, Copper Kettle


LEONARD'S FAMILY

In 1880 Henry County, Tennessee, Leonard S. "Willeby" is 12, with William and Mary both 40. Lucy is 18, William 16, ANdrew 14, Joseph 12, "Lenard" 12, Emily 10, Rebeca ?, Mary 9, Saray 8, Frances 6, John 4, and Ella 1.

William Armstrong Willoughby 1842-1906 is buried in Gregory County, South Dakota # 70342730.

HATTIE'S FAMILY

James Henry Smith married Keziah Dobson in 1866, and children included Grace Ellen, born 1881, 
In 1870 Madison County, Nebraska, J. H. Smith is 25, "Casia" 22, Carrie J. 3, and Hattie M. 2.

In 1880 Antelope County, Nebraska, James is farming, 35, born in New York, with Kezzie 31, Carrie 13, HATTIE M. 12, James 9, Millie 7, all born in Iowa. Lizzie R. 5, Sarah 2, and Earnest 1, were all born in Nebraska.

James Henry Smith 1844-1918 is buried in Antelope County # 71448748, with Kezia 1848-1911 # 71448647.


Carrie Jane Smith Kester 1867-1950 is buried in Independence, Missouri # 65201357.

HATTIE AND LEONARD

Hattie Marie Smith, born August 1868 in Iowa, married Leonard Stanley Willoughby in 1887 Antelope County, Nebraska.


In 1900 Gregory County, South Dakota, Leonard Willoughby is farming, born Feb 1877, Hattie August 1877 (Should be 1867 for both), Mary May 188 in Neb, James June 1889, Melvin P. Dec 1890, all three born in Nebraska. Roy L. May 1892, Lillian May 1895, Verna M. April 1897, and Smith S. Oct 1898 were born in South Dakota.

In 1910 Kirk precinct, Leonard is farming, 42, born in Tennessee, married 23 years to Hattie M. 41 born in Iowa. Lily K. 15, was born in Nebraska, Verna M. 13, Smith S. 11, Harold M. 9, Zella 7 were born in South Dakota, Esther E. 4 and Amamon H. 1 in Misouri.

Next household is Mary K. Willoughby 21 born in Nebraska.

Next household is James W. Willoughby 20 and Ruth I. 22 both born in Nebraska. They have Forrest 1 born in Missouri and Loyd W. two months born in Colorado.

Next household is Roy L. Willoughby 18 born in South Dakota, with Ethel 18 in Nebraska. Ethel has had two kids, one living. Cecil 1 was born in Missouri.

1914 "Mr. and Mrs. John Rogers and little daughters, Bessie and Thelma, visited Saturday night and Sunday with her sister, Mrs. L.S. Willoughby."

1915 "Mr. Keith, nephew of John Rogers, has homesteaded over on the head of Copper Kettle."  The East Yuma history says he was a cousin by marriage to John.

1916 "Mr. Wm. Hester, of Missouri, brother-in-law of John Rogers, and Mr. Willoughby were here (Copper Kettle, Yuma County) on a visit with a view to locating."


May 24, 1917 "Mr. George Hughes is listing corn for L. S. Willoughby. Mr. Dick Hughes went to Bird City Saturday morning.
Mr. George Hughes was working for Mr. L. S. Willoughby.

1934 " Our Idalia correspondent told last week of Mr. L. S. Willoughby having been robbed by some Gypsies, and now comes Chas. Zion who says that hy the good-work of the slierifT’s office and through Mr. Price the Under Sheriff, with the deputy in Kit Carson county, the Gypsies were caught in Burlington. They were made to return the money to Mr. Willoughby and were obliged to pay the costs in the case. But Charlie Zion says the joke is on Deputy Sheriff Price because the Gypsies wanted to give him a baby Gypsy for the costs. Mr. Zion, who is the son-in-law of Mr. Willoughby, the man robbed, says that they are very appreciative of the good work done by the officers and both Mr. Willoughby and Mr. and Mrs. Zion extend the officers sincere thanks."

Leonard Stanley Willoughby 1868-1944 is buried in Independence, Missouri # 8942358, with Hattie 1868-1933 # 8942381.

June 1944 "Leonard Stanley Willoughby, son of William and Mary Willoughby, was born February 18, 1868 at Buchanan, Henry County, Tennessee, and passed away June 8, 1944 at the age of 76 years, 3 months and 21 days.
He was preceded in death by his wife on November 15, 1932 and a son Melvin Paul on July 23, 1906.
At the age of 46 years he with his parents moved to Clearwater, Nebraska where on June 19, 1887 he was united in marriage to Hattie Marie Smith. Thirteen children were born to this union, twelve of whom are living.
In 1892 with his wife and three small children he moved to Bonesteel, South Dakota where he took a homestead and engaged in farming until 1900 when they moved to Knobnoster, Missouri, where they resided until 1909 when they came to Colorado and again engaged in farming near Idalia. In 1919 they again moved, going to Independence, Missouri where they remained until their deaths.
Mr. Willoughby leaves to mourn his passing twelve children, Mrs. Mae Zion of Vernon, Colo., James of Independence, Missouri., Roy of Independence, Missouri, Mrs. Lillie R. Zion of Independence, Mrs. Verna M. Zion of Independence, Smith S. of San Leandro, California, Harold of Hammond, Indiana, Zella M. Flowers of Lamoni, lowa, Esther E. Fields of Belton, Missouri, Venis J. who is serving in the U. S. Merchant Marines, and Vida L. Mahew of Westby, Montana; sixty-three grandchildren, twenty-six great-grandchildren; two brothers, John of Bonesteel, South Dakota and A. J. of Midland, South Dakota; many less near relatives and a host of friends.
The deceased carried mail from Wray to Idalia for about nine years and will be remembered by many whom he served as mail carrier."

November 1933 "Word was received here of the death of Mrs. Leonard Willoughby of Independence, Mo. Mrs. Willoughby was the mother of Mrs. Chas. Zion and a sister of Mrs. John Rogers. Mrs. Willoughby, with her family, formerly lived in this neighborhood before moving to Independence."
"Hattie Maria Smith was born Aug. 10, 1868, at Deloit, Iowa, and passed away Nov. 15, at Independence, Mo., at the age of 65 years, 3 months, and 5 days. She was married to Leonard Stanley Willoughby June 19. 1887, who survives her.
Thirteen children were born to them, 12 of whom are living. They are Mary K. Zion of Vernon. James W., Roy L., Lillie R., Verna M., Swen Smith, Herald M., Zella M., Esther E., Ammon H., Venis J., and Vida L.. Melvin Paul died in 1906. She is also survived by 57 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, four brothers and three sisters.
She became a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in her girlhood, to which she was faithful through life.
From 1909 to 1919 they lived near Idalia, Colo. Since then she has lived in Independence, Mo."

August 1949 Vernon items "Visitors at the Zion homes are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Willoughby of Hammond, Indiana, Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Zion, Linda and Dianne of Independence, Mo., Rachael Willoughby, daughter of Animon Willoughby, Robert Long who is the son of the former Thelma Willoughby.
Some of these names will be remembered by older residents, as the Willoughbys resided here about twenty eight years ago."

VERNA

Verna M. Willoughby, 18, and John M. Zion married in Yuma County on April 6, 1915.
"Marriage license was issued last Friday, April 2, to J. M. Zion and Verna Willoughby. This is the third son of Joe Zion to marry a Miss Willoughby, three brothers marrying three sisters. "

They're farming in Vernon precinct in 1920, John 27, Verna 23, Wayne 4, Arley 2, and newborn Grace.

In 1930 Jackson County, Missouri, John is a clerk in a grocery store, 37, Verna M. 33, Wayne M. 12, Arlie M 12 and Alice M. 10 born in COlorado, Effie M. 9 and Audrey M. 6 born in Missouri.

In 1940 Independence, Missouri, John is a grocery clerk, 48, Verna 42, Alice 20, Mae 18, Audrey 16, Ruth 8. Wayne M. 25 is married to Josephine 19 born in Missouri, with May Jean ten months old. Jospehine was born in Missouri, in Shawnee, Kanss in 1935.

July 1963 "Funeral services were held in Independence, Missouri , on Saturday, June 29, for John M. Zion who died at his home in that city on June 26. Burial was in the Mount Grove Cemetery.
Mr. Zion, the youngest of six sons of Joseph M. and Anna D. Zion, was born September 8, 1892, near Crab Orchard. Nebraska, and came to Colorado with the family when a babe in the fall of 1893. He grew up on the homestead of his father and was married to Verna Willoughby of Idalia at the home of her parents, Leonard and Hattie Willoughby, on April 6, 1915.
They farmed for a few years before moving to Independence, their home for the past 43 years.
He was a member of the RLDS Church. He is survived by his wife, two sons and four daughters, Wayne and Arlie Zion. Mrs. Alice Buckley of San Mateo, California, Mrs. Mae Bunton, Mrs. Audrey Chapman and Mrs. Ruth Shipley, all of Independence; two sisters and two brothers. Mrs. Myrtle Wales of Fort Morgan, Mrs. Ruth Hensley of Astoria, Oregon, Charles Zion of Wray and Frank Zion of Denver, 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren."
Verna M. Willoughby Zion 1897–1972 is buried in Independence # 47706729.
Wayne Zion, 21, married Josephine Ruth Sherman in Independence on Dec 25, 1937.
Wayne is buried in Independence 1916-1987 # 77118895, with Ruth Adel (Spiller) Zion 1913-2004 # 77118941.

"ALICE M. BUCKLEY (nee ZION) Born at Vernon, near Wray, CO on September 15, 1919. She was a teacher, minister, musician and mother. She leaves her husband of sixty years, Edward Buckley; her children, Steven of Fremont, John of Twain Harte and Nancy Weeks of Apex, N.C. Five grandchildren also mourn her passing. One sister, Ruth Shipley of Independence, Missouri survives her. She resided at 127 Huron Ave., in San Mateo for fifty-seven years. Memorial services will be held at the Community of Christ Church, 3254 Lori Drive, Belmont at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 23rd."
Alice Buckley is buried in Independence 1919-2004 # 78537256, with Edward 1920-2012.

ARLIE MELVIN ZION was born 03 Apr 1918 in Colorado, and died 29 Mar 1995. He married WILMA BERNICE RASCHKE .

Effie Mae Zion and Harrison Hale Bunton married in Jackson County on Nov 29, 1944.
Effie Bunten, born July 17, 1921, died in February 1972.
Harrison Hale Bunten, born in 1921, died Sept 11, 1976, buried in Independence # 83961140.
"Children of EFFIE ZION and HARRISON BUNTEN are: i. DAVID ALLEN ZION,
ii. JANICE EILEEN ZION, "

"Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Martin Shipley; brothers Wayne Zion, Arlie Zion; sisters Alice Buckley, Mae Bunten and Audrey Chapman. "


"Mildred Zion Sprague, 83, of Harrisonville, MO passed away Friday August 15, 2003 at Crown Care Center. Services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday August 19, 2003 at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service. Burial in Mound Grove Cemetery. In lieu of sending flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children?s Mercy Hospital, 2401 Gillham Rd. Kansas City, MO 64108 or Community of Christ, 1001 W. Walnut, Independence, MO 64050. Mildred was born January 3, 1920 in Vernon, CO to Ralph and Lillie (Willoughby) Zion. She retired from Mid-Continent Library in 1985 after 29 years of service. Mildred had a heart of gold and touched many lives. She was the best wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend a family could want. She was preceded in death by her husband Ray Sprague in 1983. Mildred is survived by her daughter and son-in law Gail and Floyd Worley of Garden City, MO, grandsons Gary Worley (Dana), Greg Worley (Becky) and great-grandchildren Joshua, Aarika, Monika and Michael. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters Ina Courtney, Raymond Zion, Lois Martin, Warren Zion and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. "

ZELLA

Zella M. Willoughby, 18, married Nolie R. Clevenger on Dec 23, 1920 in Jackson County, Missouri.

Margaret Melvina Slover was born Oct 9, 1928 in Kansas City to Ray Slover and Zella Willoughby.

In 1930 Jackson County, Zella is 27, married to J. Ray Slover 30, with Margaret Slover 2.

Joseph Ray Slover 1899-1938 is buried in Independence, Missouri # 16951996, with Joseph Ray Jr. 1922-1923.
When Joseph Ray Slover Jr. died in 1928, they were living at 1112 W. Maple in Independence, Missouri.
Zella Melvina Willoughby Flowers 1903–1948 of Lamoni, Iowa. She's buried in Rose Hill Cemetery, Decatur County, Iowa # 162601641.
"HUSBAND - married 1940 - his second wife : Richard Pearl "Dick" Flowers 1893-1971"

" Margaret Slover, 76, Independence, MO, passed away June 7, 2005, at The Groves. Graveside service is 10 a.m., Thursday, June 9, 2005 at Mound Grove"
FindaGrave # 78839391"

MARY

February 15, 1912 "Chas. A. Zion and Miss Mary Willoughby, young people of Vernon precinct, were united in marriage on Tuesday of this week by County Judge T. C. Jennings."

Mary K. (Willoughby) Zion proved up 320 acres in sections 5 and 6, 3S 44W in 1917.

June 8, 1925 "Three children of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Zion were killed in a tornado which struck Vernon, Colorado, late Saturday night, according to word received here. The three youngsters it was reported, had taken refuge in a school house and were killed when the building was demolished."

"CHARLES AND MARY ZION
of 1036 Dexter Street in Wray will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary on Sunday, February 17, 1962, with an open house for their friends and neighbors at their home that afternoon from one-thirty until four o'clock. They are requesting no gifts, please.
Hosts at the festivities will be their seven sons and one daughter, Theodore, Gerald, Harlan, Alma, Zenos, Elbert, Carl and lla Bryant and their families. They also have seventeen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren in their family.
Charles A. Zion was horn in eastern lowa near Roscoe, came with his parents to Crab Orchard. Neb., and then to Colorado in 1893 when the sidewalks were lumber and few of them. Mary K. Willoughby was born at Clearwater, Nebraska, and lived with her parents in South Dakota and Missouri before coming to Colorado near Kirk in the spring of 1909.
They were married in Wray on Valentine's Day in 1912."
Mary Keziah Willoughby Zion 1888–1970 is buried in Wray # 62528966.

JAMES

James W. Willoughby and Ruth I. Wilson married on January 24, 1908 in Johnson County, Missouri.

J. W. Willoughby proved up a tract in section 7, 3S 44W and 12 3S 45 W in 1919.
April 10, 1919 "Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Willoughby of Vernon are proud of the eleven-pound boy that arrived Thursday of last week. The entire family has had the flu, but all are doing nicely now."


In 1920 Ruth Willoughby is widowed, a seamstress in Independence, Missouri, 32, with Forest 11, Lloyd 9, and June M. 7.
Ruth is divorced in 1930 Independence, 42, with Lloyd W. 20.
In 1940 Ruth is living alone in Independence, 52.

October 1933 "Mrs. James Willoughby, of Kansas City, formerly Miss Hailie Hulen daughter of James Hulen of Wray, is ill with the dreaded disease known as sleeping sickness at her home in Kansas City. Mrs. Willoughby has been ill about two weeks and during a part of that time her condition was quite critical. Information received by her father almost daily indicates that Mrs. Willoughby is getting along alright the past few days. It is believed the crisis has passed and that she will soon be well. It is said that there are a number of cases of sleeping sickness in Kansas City."

James William Leonard Willoughby 1889–1956 is buried in Jackson County, Missouri # 101865483.
"Married Ruth Wilson on Jan. 24, 1909. Ruth Isabel (Wilson) Wiloughby is bureied in Jackson Coutny 1887-1979 # 11753759.
Married Hallie Hulen on Dec. 16, 1914." Hallie is buried in Jackson County 1898-1958 # 101865599, daughter of James L. Hulen and Jessie VanNoy.

September 20, 1928 "This community was shocked on Tuesday morning at the announcement of the death of Mrs. James Hulen, who passed away at her home in this city. Mrs. Hulen had been seriously ill for weeks and had been in failing health for more than a year, but the public had not realized the seriousness of her condition.
Jessie D. VanNoy was born at Osceola, Mo., Oct. 26, 1877, to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay VanNoy, being one of a family of 10 children. She lived 50 years, 10 months and 22 days. She was united in marriage to James Hulen some 32 years ago, and to this union eight children were born, seven of whom survive their mother.
Mr. and Mrs. Hulen came to Wray about 17 years a«u, since which time they had made this city their home.
She is survived by her husband, James Hulen, four daughters - Mrs. Hallie Willoughby of Independence, Mo., Mrs. Gladys Cumley of Wray, and Gertie and Elsie, also of Wray; by three sons -Leo of Denver and Richard and Willie of Wray. She is also survived by three brothers and one sister, and many other relatives and a host of friends who are left to mourn with those within the family circle. Mrs. Hulen was a most estimable lady, a loving wife and mother and a friend loyal and true. She was a member of the Christian church of this city.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon at the Christian church in this city, conducted by Rev. L. D. Christy, and burial will take place in Grandview cemetery. The entire community extends sincere sympathy to the bereaved family."
"James William Leonard Willoughby, who lived in the Vernon vanity for several years, died at nis home in Olathe, Kan., on February 18, 1956. Funeral services were conducted on Monday, February 20. at the RLDS church in Lee’s Summitt, Mo., with A. G. Hughes, pastor, and Harry Simmons of Warrensburg officiating. Burial was in the Lee’s Summitt cemetery. Mr. Willioughbv was bom June 26, 1889. and was 66 years. 7 months and 18 days old at the time of his death. He married Ruth Wilson on January 24. 1908. and three children were bom to them, Forest Hiram of California, Loyd W. and June Duxbery of Independence, Mo. On December 16, 1924, Mr. Willoughby married Hallie B. Hulen. Children bom to them were daughters, Mrs. Helen Givens of the home. Mrs. Lucille Chiddix and Mrs. Evelyn Bruce, both of Lee’s Summitt. and sons. Melvin and Robert of the home, James of Grandview, Mo. Survivors are his wife and children, two brothers, Ammon Willoughby of Independence, and Vemie of San Francisco, four sisters, Mrs. Lillie Zion of Lee's Summitt, Mrs. Verna Zion of Independence. Mrs. Esther Cambell of Liberty, Mo., and Mrs. Mary Zion of Vernon, and 14 grandchildren. His parents, one son Earl, four brothers and two sisters preceded him in death."

Forrest Willoughby is in New Haven County, Connecticut in 1940, 32, with mary 34, Frederick 16 and Paul 14.
Mary had married Roy Basshaw, and Frederick born 1923 is their son. He was in the Navy in 1948 in Long Beach, California.

Forrest and Mary are in Bellflower California in 1950, Forrest in the Coast Guard.

Forrest Hiram Willoughby and Erline Catherine Willoughby married in Jackson County, Missouri Augsut 24, 1970.
Forrest, born May 31, 1908 in Missouri, died in Los Angeles County October 27, 1980.
He's buried in Riverside National # 82537130. So is Erlene C. 1915-1990 # 82537129.

LILLIE

License to marry was issued to Ralph J. Zion of Vernon and Miss Lillio R. Willoughby, of Idalia, Thursday, December 18, 1913.

Ralph Joseph Zion 1890-1944 is buried in Independence # 47706757.

"Raymond R. Zion, 98, of Independence, MO passed away Tuesday, October 20th, ... CO as one of seven children to Ralph J. and Lillie R. (Willoughby) Zion."

"Ina Irene (Zion) Courtney passed away on October 9, 2009 on her 95th birthday in Independence, Missouri. Ina was born in Wray, Colorado to Ralph J. and Lillie (Willoughby) Zion. When she was 9 years old her family moved to Independence. On September 3, 1932 she was married to Walter R. Courtney Sr.—residing in Independence, Belton, Kansas City, Peculiar and Osceola. She moved to Independence in 1989 where she has lived with her daughter.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter in 1987; siblings, Donald, Essie Headley, Walter (Warren) and Mildred Sprague; and grandson, Charles White.
She is survived by her two sons and daughter, Walter Jr. and wife Marilyn of Alton, Illinois and Richard L. of Independence and Margaret Watkins; siblings, Raymond Zion and wife Vergene of Independence, Lois Martin and husband Roy of Lee's Summit, and Bob Zion and wife Donna of Blue Springs; one brother-in-law, Abe Nichelson of Independence; 14 Grandchildren, 44 Great-Grandchildren, and 44 Great-Great Grandchildren (3 more expected); and nieces and nephews."


SMITH

September 1914 "Venis and Ammon Willoughby visited their sister, Mrs. Ralph Zion, the latter part of last week."

November 1917 "Smith Willoughby has returned from Clearwater, Nebraska, to remain for a time in the neighborhood of Idalia."

October 1952 "Mr. and Mrs. Smith Willoughby and daughter Penny of Oakland, Calif., visited last week at the home of the former’s sister, Mrs. Charles Zion, for the first visit the two had had in 28 years. Mr. Willoughby formerly lived here and was associated with his father and brothers in carrying mail and freighting between Idalia and Wray. There was a family dinner for the Zion family during their visit. On Tuesday they were taken to Burlington by Gerald Zion and his mother and left from there for Independence, Mo., to visit other relatives. "



1952 "Funeral services were held recently for Swen Smith Willoughby, brother of Mrs. Charles Zion of Vernon, who died June 21 at his home in San Leandro, Calif. His death at the age of 54 years. 7 months and 27 days followed a prolonged illness. Mr. Willoughby was born October 25, 1898, at Bonested, S. D., and was the son of Leonard and Hattie Willoughby. He moved with his family to Knob Noster, Mo., when six years old and lived there until 1909 when the family moved to a farm near Idalia. In 1917 he returned to Independence, Mo., and lived there until 1928 when he went to San Leandro where he married Clarissa McCrea two years later. He is survived by his wife and a foster daughter Penny, three brothers, James of Lee’s Summit, Mo., Ammon of Independence, and Venis of San Francisco, four sisters, Mae Zion of Vernon, Lillie Zion of Kansas City, Verna Zion of Independence and Esther Campbell of Liberty, Mo."

ESTER ELSIE
Born Jan 14, 1906 in Knob Noster, Johnson County, Missouri,
Esther E. Fields of Belton, Missouri,
Esther Willoughby married Ira Thommedieu on Sept 21, 1921 in Jackson County, Missouri.

Ira L. L'Hommedieu, born Nov 6, 1896, husband of Esther, died in El Paso Texas February 27, 1937.

Esther married Harry F. Fields on March 10, 1938 in Independence, Missouri.

In 1940 Harry is farming, 37, Esther E. 34, with L'Hommedieu M. Feields 16.

Harry F. Fields might be the one dying Dec 4, 1961, buried in Whittier, California #2 112124654.

Esther died January 1976 in Kansas City, Missouri.

AMMON

Ammon Hadley Willoughby Born 30 Nov 1908 in KnobNoster, Johnson, MO,
Husband of Ruby 'Emma' (Stover) Willoughby — married 1927 in Indepence, Jackson, MO
Husband of Mildred Audentia (Wilcox) Willoughby — married 1929 in Indepence, Jackson, MO

In 1940 Independence, Missouri, Ammon is a roofer, e1, with Mildred 25, Myron A. 9, Jackie E. 8, raymond L. 7, and Rachel A. 4, Mildred's sister Genevieve M. Wilcox, 19. All were born in Missouri.

Father of Paul Willoughby
Died 25 Jun 1966 in Independence, Jackson, MO
He's buried in Independence # 30492985.


Mildred A. Wilcox Willoughby 1915-1989 is buried in Independence # 30493010., with Ammon.

Jackie Edward Willoughby, 19, son of Ammon, married Carol Jane Bruner on Sept 1, 1950 in Independence.

Myron A. Willoughby 1930-2000 is buried in INdependence, with Louise.

"Edith J. "Joy" Willoughby, 70, of Independence, MO, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2009 at Centerpoint Medical Center. Memorial services will be 11 am Tuesday, June 2nd at the Colbern Road Restoration Branch, 9525 Lake Lotawana Rd., near Gate 2. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30-11:00 am preceding the service.
Joy was born July 26, 1938, in Independence, MO, the daughter of Marvin & Edith (Winslow) Kennon. She married Raymond L. Willoughby on August 16, 1957. Joy was a homemaker.
Preceding Joy in death were her parents, daughter Terry Janelle, and sister Virginia Keith.
Her survivors include her husband of 51 years: Raymond L. Willoughby of the home; a daughter: Misti S. Anderson & husband Matt, and two grandchildren: Skyler & Kylie Anderson, all of Wentzville, MO; two brothers: Del Kennon & Roy Kennon; and two sisters: Aileen Vermaas & Reta Badder.
Joy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be sadly missed."

"Raymond Leonard Willoughby, 76, of Independence, MO, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2009, at Kansas City Hospice House.
Ray was born December 20, 1932 in Independence, MO, the son of Ammon H. & Mildred A. (Wilcox) Willoughby.
He married Edith Joy Willoughby on August 16, 1957 and she preceded him in death on May 28, 2009. Ray was an Air Force Veteran. He had been employed as a driver at the TWA Overhaul Base for over 37 years, retiring in1994. He was a member of the Community of Christ.
Also preceding Ray in death were his parents, daughter Terry Janelle, and brother Myron Willoughby.
His survivors include a daughter & son-in-law: Misti & Matt Anderson of Wentzville, MO; two grandchildren: Skyler & Kylie Anderson; one brother: Jack W. Willoughby of Kansas City, MO; and two sisters: Rachel Peters of Henderson, NV, and B.J. Willoughby of Las Vegas, NV.
Ray was an avid golfer & sports fan. He loved traveling and spending time with his family. He will be lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time. "


HAROLD

Husband of Miriam Jewell (Newland) Willoughby — married June 4, 1920 in Jackson Co., MO

In 1930 Jackson County, Missouri, Harold is working in an oil refinery, 30, with Miriam 32, Mary 7, and Dale 6.

All four are in Hammond, Indiana in 1940.
Died 19 Aug 1951 in Hammond, Lake Co.,Indiana, buried there # 94615272.
Miaiam 1897-1975 is also buried there # 94626160.

Clinton Dale Willoughby, a foreman for Amoco Oil, born July 15, 1924 in Kansas City, Kansas, is also buried in Hammond # 94606994, wpouse Terry 1921-1993.
Sarah Theresa Muldoon Willoughby 1923-1993 died in Aurora, COlorado, buried in Hammond.


VENIS
September 1914 "Venis and Ammon Willoughby visited their sister, Mrs. Ralph Zion, the latter part of last week."


Venis Jewell Willoughby Born 30 Jun 1911 in Kirk, Yuma, CO


Ruby Emma Stover Willoughby 1911-1928 is buried in Independence # 30492576.

Venis, 19, married Martha Jewel Garrison on January 5, 1931 in Independence, Missouri.

He was a clerk in a government commodities office in 1940 Independence, 28, born in Colorado, Martha J. 29, Richard J. 8, Paul M. 7, and Glenna Lee 3 all born in Missouri.

Records of Ruby's cemetery has Paul born and died Feb 10, 1928 # 100984433.
Venis J. who is serving in the U. S. Merchant Marines in 1952.
Died Aug 1964 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, UT
" Venis J. (Jack) Willoughby, 53, 3790 Fleetwood Drive. San Bruno, died Tuesday, July 28, 1964 in Salt Lake City, after a sudden illness. He was a native of Yuma County, and a resident of this state 20 years. He had been a ship's clerk for the Pacific Maritime Association, and was a member of the V. P. of I., L. W. U. Local 34. Survivors include his wife, Mary; a daughter, Mrs. Glenna Utley, Salt Lake City; two sons Ulivehurst. Calif., and Richard, Biloxi, Miss., twelve grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at 3 p.m. at Chapel of me tiignianas. interment will be at cypress Lawn."

He's buried in San Mateo County, California # 160474080, with spouse Martha Jewell Garrison Harrison 1911-1988 buried in Salt Lace County, Utah .

Richard Jewell Willoughby 1931-1988 is buried in Little Rock National # 3146530.
So is his wife Irene A. Willoughby 1926-2016. # 174803722.

Glenna Lee Willoughby Utley is buried in Salt Lake County
"Glenna Lee Utley was born September 4, 1936. She passed away in peace on December 25, 2010 while surrounded by those who loved her most. She resided at 12421 South Tithing Point Drive (1023 West) in Riverton, Utah at the time of her death.
"I'm her favorite!" The revelation always ran through the minds of her four children and ten grandchildren. It was quite a feat to convince each one that they were the most important, the most loved in that moment.
But that's what Glenna did: delivered an undivided attention and devoted love that only she could. The sweet embrace of her open arms always felt like home. Her smile warmed your heart after some time apart. She was always the safest place.
Glenna grew up in Missouri and at the age of fifteen moved to Salt Lake City with her mom. Soon after moving to Utah, she met Samuel Keith Utley on a blind date. She later married Keith on June 4, 1954. Together, they defined what it was to be soul mates. Through their combined brilliance, work ethic, and love, they built a beautiful family.
The two were world travelers, an achievement that gave Glenna great pride. She loved to tell tales of their latest excursions. From the great glaciers in Alaska, to the mystical Mayan ruins of Mexico, to the streets of Europe, and the fields of New Zealand, she saw the world. Her life experience traveling only added to a sharp wit and brilliant mind.
Glenna cultivated her business acumen with Zions Bancorp, where she led a second career as a loan officer.
But she was always a mom first, a field in which there was none better. Her business savvy and knowledge of the world contributed to many spirited philosophical and political debates, none of which she ever lost.
There was a beautiful brilliance about her and what she understood about the world, how hard it could be, and the risks that were out there. She prepared her children and grandkids for it through gentle lessons and unwavering love. And that's where her compassion was felt the most and her legacy will last the longest.
Glenna is survived by her three children, their spouses, one daughter-in-law, and a brother, Paul. Gary and Sharilee Sanchez, the oldest daughter, whose gentle care and sweet love gave her mom great peace. Randy and Suzanne Crocket, the youngest daughter, was the princess. Her little boy, Glen and wife Susie Utley, held a special place in her heart. Kathleen Grace Gregory, who Glenna treated as one of her own daughters. Glenna leaves behind nine grandchildren, every one of which being her favorite. There are thirteen little ones who knew Glenna as great-grandma.
Glenna was preceded in death by the love of her life, Samuel Keith Utley, who may once again take a long walk down the fairway with his beloved wife. Her son, Jeffrey Keith Utley, who was the source of so much pride. Her grandson, Jesse O'Leary Utley, who loved her dearly.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 31, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City. A viewing the day of the funeral will start at 10:00 a.m. Friends and family are invited to a viewing the evening before, on Thursday, December 30, 2010 between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m.


VIDA

Vida Lorraine Willoughby born Nov 12, 1913 in Idalia, Colorado, married a Mayhew.

Leon Albert Mayhew 1912-1995 Marriage: 31 August 1930 Plentywood, Sheridan, Montana "

In 1940 Sheridan County, Montana, Leon Mayhew is 27, Vida 26, Avis 8, Curtiss 7, and Stanley 6.
Vida L. Mahew of Westby, Montana

June 18, 1951 Kalispell Montana "Funeral services for Mrs. Vida Mayhew will be held Tuesday morningj at 10 o'clock at the Gatron chapel in Whitefish. Burial will follow in the Woodlawn cemetery at Columbia Falls. Mrs. Mayhew, 37, died at her home at Martin City, Wednesday evening."

"Curtiss Mayhew was born to Leon Mayhew and Vida Mayhew (born Willoughby). Curtiss married Iva Mayhew (born McEachern)."

"My grandfather's name was Leon Albert Mayhew, lived in the Montana area. My father's name is Curtiss Leon Mayhew and I had a uncle Stanley Mayhew and a aunt Avis Mayhew. They lived in the Montana area. My grandmother was Vida (Willoughby) Mayhew. Anyone knowing any relation to these Mayhew's please email me at krislynn68@yahoo.com. Would love to find my family tree. I also know they were to believe to be from Canada. My father was french. Will try to find out more info. Thankyou!!"

" Iva A. Mayhew, 85, of Bigfork, died Sunday, June 22, 1997, at Lake View Care Center. She was born on May 31, 1912, in Outlook, the daughter of Lewis and Clara Swensrud. Her family homesteaded in Outlook. She was one of six brothers and sisters. She later moved with her family to Blaisdell, N.D., when she was four years old. Iva attended schools in Blaisdell and graduated from high school there. In 1931, she was united in marriage to Clarence Peterson. They had one child, Curtis Peterson. Later, she moved to Great Falls where she lived for many years. Her second husband, Walter Kuhnert, died in 1972. During her years of residency in Great Falls, she was a devoted housekeeper and caretaker for 23 years for District Court Judge and former U.S. Representative from Montana (1907-1913), Charles N. Pray. She cared for him until his death, in 1963. In 1976, she married Leon A. Mayhew and they resided in Livingston and later moved to Billings where they were retired. Leon Mayhew died in 1995. Iva was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the VFW for over 50 years. She loved animals, particularly dogs and horses. Her brothers and their families were and still are involved in horse-training and horseracing. Iva had a love for Montana; she enjoyed learning about and sharing Montana history. Her employer, Charles N. Pray, was a prominent figure in Montana history. He introduced and helped pass (while a U.S. Congressman) the legislation that established Glacier National Park as a national park. She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Rose Peterson of Lancaster, Calif.; grandchildren, Charlene Duncan of Bigfork, Lon Peterson of Temecula, Calif., Rod Peterson of Lancaster, Calif., Denae Baeza of Montrose, Calif., Curt Peterson of Roseville, Mich., Ivy Jean Garcia of Corona, Calif.; her stepson, Stanley Mayhew and children of Bloomington, Wis.; her stepdaughter, Avis Johnston and children of Independence, Mo.; children of Curtis Mayhew of North Dakota; several nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Leon; her son, Curtis Peterson, who died in 1990; and her brothers and sisters. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 28, 1997, at Dahl Funeral Chapel. Visitation is from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, June 27, and 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 28. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens."

" Avis J. Johnston, 74, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2005, at Liberty Hospital. Her family honors her wishes for cremation. Forever Cremation Society of Kansas..."


ROY

Roy W. Willoughby proved up 320 acres in section 10, 3S 44W in 1920, and another 40 acres by Stock in 1920.

March 1918 "Miss Mayme Wilson of Independence, Missouri, who is visiting her sister, Mrs. Ethel Willoughby, south of Vernon, is in town to-day and called on her cousin, Frank T. Hawks."

March 1938 "Mrs. R. L. Willoughby went to Wray Friday, to visit her cousins, Frank Hawks and family;"

1952 "Funeral services were held Monday afternoon in Independence, Mo., for Roy Leslie Willoughby, brother of Mrs. Charles Zion, who died Saturday following a heart attack at his home in Independence. The services were conducted by Elder George Bullard, formerly of Wray, at the Walnut Park Reorganized Latter Day Saints church with burial in Mound Grove cemetery. Mr. Willoughby, who was 59 years old, is survived by his wife, Ethel Frances; four sons, Cecil, Robert, Glen and Earl of Independence; ten daughters, Mrs. Helen Creed, Mrs. Thelma Long of Gary, Ind., Mrs. Grace Davis, Mrs. Daisy Mitchell, Mrs. Nyna Wright, Mrs. Viola Mitchell, Mrs. Ethel Lohmeier, Mrs. Mae Dyer, Miss Earlene Willoughby and Mrs. Alice Crisman, all of Independence; 31 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Other survivors are Mrs. Zion, three other sisters and four brothers."



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