Donald Joe Catron, 78, Adrian, MO, died Saturday, July 28, 2007 at his home. Services 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at the Atkinson Chapel, Adrian. Visitation 6:00-7:00 PM Monday, July 30, at the chapel. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Military honors under the auspices of the Harrisonville Honor Guard. Contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, Butler, MO or to charity of choice.

Joe was born September 28, 1928 in Fairgrove, MO, the son of George H. and Wilma A. (Baie) Catron. He was a graduate of Adrian High School and had lived in Adrian most of his life. Joe was a WWII Army veteran. He worked for the U.S. Post Office in Adrian before retiring in September, 1990.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Norma Jean Frazier. He is survived by his wife, Leona, of the home; two sons, David Catron and companion, Cindy, Butler, MO and Steven Catron and his wife, Robin, Cape Coral, FL; one brother, Ronald Dean Catron and his wife, Norma, Independence, MO and one granddaughter, Doshia.

(Arrangements under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home, Adrian, MO).