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Josephine Van Scoyk Briles

Birth	:	10 Feb 1932 Le Roy, Coffey County, Kansas, USA
Death	:	6 May 2021 Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, USA
Burial	:	Crandall Cemetery, Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate	:	38.0685997, -95.7189026
Description	:	Josephine Briles passed away peacefully on May 6, 2021 at St. Lukes Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by her children. Josephine Van Scoyk Briles was born on February 10, 1932 in LeRoy, Kansas to Vivian (Hunt) and Lewis Guy Van Scoyk. Josephine grew up in the Crandall, Kansas Community where she participated in 4-H and attended the Crandall United Brethren Church. She attended Rosemound School thru the 8 th grade and graduated from Burlington, Kansas High School. She participated in Debate, numerous music groups, won State music competitions, the Kansas Chapter DAR Scholarship, The Poorly Bell College Scholarship, and... Read More	Josephine Briles passed away peacefully on May 6, 2021 at St. Lukes Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri surrounded by her children. Josephine Van Scoyk Briles was born on February 10, 1932 in LeRoy, Kansas to Vivian (Hunt) and Lewis Guy Van Scoyk. Josephine grew up in the Crandall, Kansas Community where she participated in 4-H and attended the Crandall United Brethren Church. She attended Rosemound School thru the 8 th grade and graduated from Burlington, Kansas High School. She participated in Debate, numerous music groups, won State music competitions, the Kansas Chapter DAR Scholarship, The Poorly Bell College Scholarship, and graduated Valedictorian of her class. On June 18, 1950, Josephine married John F. Briles at the Crandall United Brethren Church. After getting married she moved to California where she and John began a long life together in California's San Juaquin Valley. To this union was born two sons and two daughters. After attending the Mennonite Brethren Biblical Seminary, John was ordained in the American Baptist Convention and Josephine entered into a ministry partnership with him lasting more than 50 years in three Churches in California. Josephine enjoyed travel with her husband and family throughout the United States and Western Canada. She was able to take an extended tour of the Holy Land with her husband and friends. Throughout her life she continued her love of music, taking private voice lessons and college classes in music. She participated in/directed church choirs, community Cantatas, singing groups, and as a soloist for special events for most of her adult life. She volunteered for the League of Women Voters and various church and community groups throughout her life, a reflection of her faith and love for people. After her children were raised, Josephine began two decades of working with children in the Avenal and later Visalia, California schools. Josephine was preceded in Death by her parents, Guy Van Scoyk, Vivian and Bob Helmer, husband, Rev. John F. Briles Sr., grandson Matthew Briles and many loved family members and friends. She is survived by her children: John F. Briles Jr.; Noah (Fonda) Briles; JoAnn Briles-Klein; Lois (Mike Peters)Briles. Grandchildren: Laura (Dan Luckey) Klein; Jonathan (Melissa) Briles, and one great- granddaughter, Arya. She is also survived by her only brother, Robert (Alida) Helmer, Sisters-in-law, Mildred Briles and Virginia Mitchell. Josephine leaves behind many much-loved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. She lived a full life and the memories of her love and service to others will be cherished by all who knew, loved, and were helped by her. Visitation will be held at the Jones Funeral Home, Burlington, Kansas from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., May 18, 2021, followed by a graveside service at the Crandall, Kansas Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. A lunch will be served at the United Methodist Church in Burlington, Kansas immediately following the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Burlington United Methodist Church, Burlington, Kansas or Gateway Visalia Church, Visalia, California.

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Where is Josephine Van Scoyk Briles's memorial?
Josephine Van Scoyk Briles's memorial is located at: Crandall Cemetery, Le Roy, Coffey County, USA.
When did Josephine Van Scoyk Briles death?
Josephine Van Scoyk Briles death on 6 May 2021 in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Josephine Van Scoyk Briles's memorial?
Latitude: 38.0685997
Longitude: -95.7189026

Family Members:

Parent

Lewis Guy Van Scoyk

(1893 - 1932)

Vivian V Hunt Helmer

(1906 - 1972)

Spouse

Rev John Franklin Briles Sr.

(1916 - 2004)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Crandall Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0685997, -95.7189026

2. Lorenz Schlichter Memorial Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1207800, -95.6926300

3. Morrow Family Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1108700, -95.6694200

4. Big Creek Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1128006, -95.7671967

5. Le Roy Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0819016, -95.6455994

6. Fairhope Cemetery
Gridley, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0764008, -95.8191986

7. Veteto Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0895100, -95.6123000

8. Cola Hill Cemetery
Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1324997, -95.7932968

9. Center Hill Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1553001, -95.6641998

10. Stoeltzing Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1208000, -95.6097031

11. Graceland Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1721992, -95.7466965

12. Wooster Cemetery
Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0668983, -95.5828018

13. Kesner Family Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0586240, -95.5792120

14. Mount Hope Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1781006, -95.7378006

15. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1692009, -95.6481018

16. Teachout Cemetery
Gridley, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1278000, -95.8572006

17. Quisling Cemetery
Aliceville, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1403700, -95.5895200

18. Gridley Cemetery
Gridley, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0900002, -95.8771973

19. Calvary Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1875000, -95.7739029

20. Logan Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1939300, -95.6658700

21. Sherwood Cemetery
Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1986008, -95.6746979

22. Logue Cemetery
Le Roy, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.0738983, -95.5361023

23. Saint Johns Lutheran Cemetery
Aliceville, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1694500, -95.5811400

24. Baker Cemetery
Burlington, Coffey County, USA
Coordinate: 38.1988983, -95.8238983