By: Brandon Young

Meagan Holtmeyer is a tier-one student for the New Haven High School. And she has proven this by earning Student of the Month for November. She has showed perfect attendance, and her grades are near perfect. Meagan has truly given her all this month. She deserves the honor of being Student of the Month.

In order to be Student of the Month you have to meet certain standards. Teachers look at attendance, grades, attitude, and determination in students. Meagan has checked all of these boxes, but not necessarily intentionally. When Meagan was told she was Student of the Month by Ms. Hoener, it was a total surprise to her. 

Meagan was asked how it feels to be Student of the Month. 

She says, “The only difference I have learned, or at least noticed, is not having to walk as far in the cold month of November down to the school, in the sometimes freezing temperatures.”

Meagan was also asked if there are any perks or bonuses for being Student of the Month.

She replied, “Getting the parking spot closer to school.” So if you are ever looking forward to being Student of the Month, you’ll get to park your car just feet away from the school. No more walking.

Being Student of the Month is not just about bragging rights, or a closer parking spot. Being Student of the Month should be considered an honor to our school, and should be appreciated. After all, there are plenty of other people to choose for it. Next time you see Meagan in the halls, give her a well-deserved congratulations.
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​On Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at approximately 6:56 PM, deputies responded to the 2700 block of Neier Rd. in Beaufort for a report of a domestic assault. Upon arrival, deputies located two victims, a 30-year-old female and her 77-year-old mother. Both victims were injured and claimed the younger female victim’s husband assaulted them. Evidence located at the scene supported the assault claims. The male suspect was located on scene and made admissions he committed the assault on both women as well. He was arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility. A warrant was issued on the suspect, Samuel Nathan Moore, age 28 of Beaufort for two counts of Domestic Assault 2nd degree. Bond was set at $15,000.
 
All persons are considered innocent until found guilty in a court of law.


Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff
 

Photos taken by New Haven High School students to benefit the Yearbook and TV/Studio lab.

Dorris Ann Willimann, 81, of Berger, MO, passed away Saturday, November 16th, at New Haven Care Center, New Haven, Missouri.
Dorris was born in Washington, Missouri on June 9, 1938, a daughter of the late Florence (Thomann) and Clarence VonBehren.
She is united in marriage to Walter R. Willimann on June 8, 1957 at New Haven, MO.
She was a member of New Haven United Methodist Church, New Haven, Missouri. She was a homemaker.
Dorris is survived by her husband Walter, by two daughters, Terri Menke, of New Haven; and Vicki Gardner, of Berger; by six grandchildren, Tiffany Femmer, Berger, Tonya Whitman, Marthasville, Ryan Hurd and wife Nicole, Bossier City, LA, Cassandra Gardner, Londell, Christopher Willimann, Truxton and Jamie Willimann, Berger, by eight grandchildren Joshua, Hannah, Savannah, Mya, Ryan, Tyler, Aiden, Alaina. She is also survived by brother and sister-in-laws, many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, a son James "Jim" Willimann, by a brother Dwayne VonBehren, a sister Sharon Rae VonBehren and a son-in-law Wendell Menke.
She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing and enjoying her flower garden and her pets.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 20th, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven, Missouri where funeral services will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Douglas Booth officiating.
Family request donations to New Haven Care Center or New Haven Hospice, C/O Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home.
To send flowers to Dorris Ann (VonBehren) Willimann's family, please visit our floral section.

​The Middle School student chosen as October's Student of the Month was Liz Luecke.  Liz is the daughter of LuAnn and David Luecke.  She participates in marching band, basketball, volleyball, and track.  Liz is the treasurer of both the Student Council and National Junior Honor Society.
Outside of school, Liz helps her parents by working in their shop in downtown New Haven.  She attends Wednesday night religion classes and likes to spend time with family and friends.  She also likes to read, draw, and do her homework.  
Liz says she really loves all her classes in school and is looking forward to the holiday season.  

​On November 13, 2019 at about 11 p.m. Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to the 900 block of Star Circle outside of Union for a report of a domestic assault. Once on scene, deputies spoke to the female victim who told them that her boyfriend had pinned her on the bed and choked her. Deputies located evidence consistent with the reported assault at the scene. The male suspect admitted an argument took place, however denied any assault. The male was arrested for domestic assault and transported to the Franklin County Adult Detention Facility. A warrant was issued on Steven Lee Eilers, age 24 from Leslie, for Domestic Assault 3rd degree. Bond was set at $10,000.
 
All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
 
Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

​On November 11, 2019 a Franklin County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the 900 block of Turkey Ridge Rd in St. Clair for a report of an assault. The reporting party stated the adult male resident assaulted his girlfriend and 16-year-old son on the prior evening, November 10, 2019. There was supporting evidence located at the scene by the deputy. It was also reported the male suspect later confronted his girlfriend and accused her of taking his wallet. During that confrontation the male reportedly choked and struck his girlfriend. The deputy questioned the male suspect, who denied these accusations. Ultimately, the deputy placed the male suspect under arrest for domestic assault. A warrant was issued on the 44-year-old suspect from St. Clair, Glenn P. Armistead, for two felony counts of Domestic Assault 3rd degree. Bond was set at $50,000 cash only.
 
A second warrant was also issued on Glenn Armistead stemming from a report previously filed by Franklin County Sheriff’s Office on September 3, 2019. In that report Glenn Armistead was accused of pushing, punching, and choking his 16-year-old son during an argument on August 31, 2019. He had left the scene prior to the deputy’s arrival. During the investigation, the deputy discovered supporting evidence of the assault. An additional charge of Domestic Assault 3rd degree was issued, bond was set at $15,000.
 
All people are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
 
 
Steve Pelton
Franklin County Sheriff

Marvin M. Kreftmeyer, 88, of Owensville, MO, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at his home.
Marvin was born near Stony Hill, Missouri on January 1, 1931, a son of the late William & Amanda (Hurst) Kreftmeyer.
He was the widower of Dorothy (Heidmann) Kreftmeyer.  They were united in marriage on September 21, 1952, at Ebenezer Stone Church, Gerald, MO.  Dorothy preceded him in death on August 10, 2003.
Marvin proudly served his country in the United States Army in Germany during the Korean War.  He was a member of St. James Evangelical Church, Stony Hill, Missouri, where he attended church every Sunday, and was a member of the Men's Brotherhood, and a past church board member. He was also a member of the Rosebud American Legion and a Farm Bureau member.
Marvin was a farmer his whole life and was very dedicated to it.  He always took the time to do things the right way.  He was also an Allis Chalmers tractor enthusiast.
Marvin enjoyed swimming, camping, canoeing, and spending time with his family.  His favorite food was swiss rolls with chocolate milk and Hershey candy bars.
Marvin is survived by a daughter, Linda L. Stolte, of New Haven; a son, Jimmy R. Kreftmeyer & wife Kay E., of Minooka, Illinois; by a son-in-law, Darryl Rasmussen, of Rosebud, Missouri; by seven grandchildren, Crystal Cryder, Christina Grant, Gena Hiatt, Laura Abadie, Christopher Kreftmeyer, Bradley Rasmussen, and Nicholas Stolte, by 14 great grandchildren, Keaton & Tessa Cryder, Mckenna & McCalum Kreftmeyer, Connor & Nora Grant, Ahna, Liam & Laina Rasmussen, Eli, Chase, and Zoe Hiatt, and Colette & Virginia Abadie, and by many nieces & nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a daughter, Marilyn Rasmussen.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 15th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home, New Haven.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Evangelical Church, Stony Hill, Missouri, with Rev. Tom Lloyd officiating. 
Burial will be at St. James Cemetery, Stony Hill, Missouri.  Memorials may be given to St. James Evangelical Church or St. James Cemetery.  C/O Toedtmann & Grosse Funeral Home.
To send flowers to Marvin's family, please visit our floral section.