Pacific, MO - Novella (Massey) Gregory, 93, passed away June 17, 2009. Born January 8, 1916 in Hamil, Arkansas. She is preceded in death by husband, Lavelle Gregory. Parents, Chesley William Massey and Mary Magdalene (Pratt) Massey. Brothers, Otis, E.J., and Hershel Massey. Sisters, Loretta Massey, Audrey Jackson, Edith Boling, and Juanita Martin. Son-in-law, Ralph Cannon. And grandson, Johnny Gregory. She is survived by son, Elman Gregory of High Ridge, MO. Three daughters; Faye (Billy) Adams of Desoto, MO., Patricia Cannon of Casper, WY., and Linda LeClaire (Wayne) of Pacific, MO. 14 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends. Novella was a strong woman who inspired her children, grandchildren, and others with her tenacity, spirit, and kindness. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her! Service will be held Saturday, June 20, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home. Burial will follow to Wells Cemetery, located near Dalton, with Carl Massey officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 6-8.