BOONE/AREA CONNECTED DEATHS

        Tragic news from Missouri. A former Boone resident, Vicki Harper, of Rockwell City, was the victim of a vehicle crash on a Missouri highway. Two other women were also killed. Vicki Harper's husband, Steve Harper, another former Boone resident, was seriously injured. Another passenger in the Harper vehicle, Marcine Usher, 67, of Harlan was killed as was the driver of the other involved car, Marries Garrett, 59, of Carthage, Texas.  It was reported that the Garrett driven vehicle crossed the center line and struck the car driven by Steve Harper head on. Both vehicles caught fire from the impact.    

        Alexander "Alex" James Buckles, 39, Boone. Death due to complications of cerebral palsy. Born in Boone. Attended BHS. He loved the outdoors and music. Survivors include his parents, Denny and Gina Buckles, his maternal grandmother, Jean Blanshan, his aunt and uncle, Paula and Bruce Conlin, his cousin, Sean Conlin and his wife, Lyndsey, all of Boone. A sister also survives. A private graveside service and burial in Boone. 

       Jenny Cheville Bassett, 89, Ames/Napier. Ames HS-54. Worked at Mutual Benefit in Ames and then the Seed Lab in Napier before retirement. After marriage to Fritz Bassett, the couple settled on a farm and Jenny managed the business. She loved gardening, canning, crocheting and fishing trips. Jenny was practical in nature, had a strong work ethic, provided great generosity and had a salty sense of humor. Survivors include her husband, Fritz Bassett, a sister, Kathy Ashburn, sons Bill (Roxanne) and Vick (Ann) and a daughter Connie (Lance) Benton. Services in Boone and burial near Luther.

       Greg "Sach" Stevens, 68, Born and raised in Ogden. Grew up on a family farm. Married Bonnie in 1980. Greg was a lifelong musician who found joy in playing guitar and singing with local bands. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie, his children, Corey, Jess and Jake. Greg, who battled a series of medical issues will be remembered for his passion for music, his humor, determination, and his unwavering devotion to his family. A COL will be held at a later date.