Lonnie Leroy Dover

Lonnie Dover, 73, passed away peacefully at his home in Unionville, MO, on Sunday, October 4, 2015.

Lonnie Leroy Dover was born in Kirksville, MO, on December 13, 1941, the son of Leota “Maudie” (Jarman) and Leon Dover, who preceded him in death.

Lonnie graduated from Unionville High School in 1960 and joined the National Guard soon after. He worked as a teacher, police officer, electrician, and TV repairman. Lonnie served as the Fire Chief in the city of Unionville for many years before retiring. He had a passion for many things including history. He was a member of the Sons of Union Veterans and the 2nd Missouri Infantry where he traveled to re-enactments with his friends and family. Lonnie was also a member of the Masonic Lodge in Unionville, MO.

Lonnie married Berniece Crawford on March 25, 1964 and to this union four children were born. She preceded him in death on November 19, 2008.

Lonnie is survived by his brother, Jimmie (Alfreda) Dover of Unionville, MO; and four children, Russell (Kim) Dover, Mark (Susan) Dover, and Debra (Chris) Ryals, all of Unionville, MO; and Michael (Bobbie) Dover of Casper, WY. Lonnie is also survived by eleven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, Lonnie was also preceded in death by his in-laws, Hadley and Lula Crawford.

Funeral services for Lonnie Dover will be at Playle and Jones Family Funeral Home in Unionville, MO, at 11:30 AM on Thursday, October 8, 2015. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Unionville Cemetery in Unionville, MO.

Memorials are suggested to the family and may be entrusted with Playle and Jones Family Funeral Home, 709 S. 27th St., Unionville, MO 63565.