Family of Killers - The Stafflebacks.

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  • @cathrinewhite7629
    @cathrinewhite7629 2 місяці тому +99

    Ron you are the best historic narrator! Productions like this should be on PBS etc...🙏🏼

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому +12

      Thank you Catherine. I appreciate.

    • @Oakleaf700
      @Oakleaf700 2 місяці тому +7

      @@FacesoftheForgotten Great stories- and great voice too. What a creepy woman old Staffleback looked. Hard cruel eyes.

    • @lindastuart2458
      @lindastuart2458 2 місяці тому +8

      @@Oakleaf700 Eyes are the mirrors of the soul as the saying goes.

    • @Oakleaf700
      @Oakleaf700 2 місяці тому +3

      @@lindastuart2458
      Definitely very true.

    • @JudyGoodwin-l9b
      @JudyGoodwin-l9b Місяць тому +2

      Some people are evil and some are insane. Some are a combination of the two. Kinda scary, isn't it? 🤯

  • @blonderosie3
    @blonderosie3 2 місяці тому +63

    Wow, Ron, you have a way of bringing these stories to life. 😊 Thank you for putting this all together! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours, plus all the “gang” who follow this page! 🦃🇺🇸🙏🏻

  • @judyclark5736
    @judyclark5736 2 місяці тому +37

    So many evil people back then, too. What a life! Have a blessed Thanksgiving, everyone! Thanks again, Ron.

  • @ninaellyson814
    @ninaellyson814 2 місяці тому +63

    I’d drink whiskey and chew tobacco if I had to live in conditions like these….Thanks Ron and friends for another dark step back into history. -Nina

    • @CameronMcCreary
      @CameronMcCreary 2 місяці тому +9

      You can add opium to the whiskey and tobacco!

    • @FrederickBaker-m4f
      @FrederickBaker-m4f Місяць тому

      More like drink laudanum and rotgut moonshine and use early syringes that were made from porcupine quills and a dropper.

    • @rwatsonv
      @rwatsonv 13 днів тому +1

      I wouldn't do that. I'd drink whiskey and roll cigarettes!

  • @OnTheGoWithFlo-Kid22
    @OnTheGoWithFlo-Kid22 2 місяці тому +18

    Wow, it's unimaginable that a whole family would be this evil and hateful. What a story! I am surprised that back then a couple of the prison sentences were changed to a lesser degree. I don't think that was very common in those days. Ron, you really brought this story to life with your narration and the pictures that you showed. Great job! RIP to the ones who deserve to 💗💐

  • @MarikaStål-q7g
    @MarikaStål-q7g 2 місяці тому +35

    It is early morning here in sweden. Really should be sleeping but I woke up to my phone beeping. Still warm under sheets of cotton, YES, time for Faces of the forgotten ❤❤❤

  • @kmos1948
    @kmos1948 2 місяці тому +19

    Love all the historical photos! Thank you.

  • @CathySummers-w4s
    @CathySummers-w4s 2 місяці тому +11

    Loved the old photo's and wow they had no mercy in their hearts! Killing, tossing dead bodies! What a sad waste of life! Indeed wild story and very well done Sir!Have a great day Sir and The Gang!

  • @Islandgirl-p7h
    @Islandgirl-p7h Місяць тому +13

    Nancy was beautiful when she was a young girl. I liked her hairstyle in the first picture of her sitting down on a chair. 😊

  • @Jlevin1955
    @Jlevin1955 2 місяці тому +41

    Love all the old pictures! Never heard of f this family!

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому +16

      I try to find new and mostly untold stories. thanks!!

    • @BrianCarnevaleB26
      @BrianCarnevaleB26 Місяць тому +3

      Better of not to as if you met them you may not be here today.
      Sic f****

    • @BrianCarnevaleB26
      @BrianCarnevaleB26 Місяць тому

      Beastly looking woman. How'd you like to wake up next to that hideous beast>?? LOL!

    • @terrilawson2559
      @terrilawson2559 14 днів тому

      I love your stories

  • @kimberlybrown4557
    @kimberlybrown4557 2 місяці тому +25

    Wow what a murderous family. Looks like the old mama had a glass eye. But thanks for the story Ron You did a great job Safe travels.

  • @kellysteele78
    @kellysteele78 2 місяці тому +25

    Bravo Ron! What a great portrayal of this fascinating story. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you so much for your time and effort 😊

  • @ritacross855
    @ritacross855 2 місяці тому +11

    A evil wicked family .But you told it brilliantly Ron .thank you .

  • @ReneeLewis-sv6xp
    @ReneeLewis-sv6xp 2 місяці тому +27

    Another oldie but goody that I haven't heard before.
    Keep up the great work Ron, there's never a dull moment when you have a story to share.
    Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! 🦃❤

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому +8

      Right on Renee, I’m always looking for intriguing stories that our group has not heard before, I really try to avoid doing reruns from other channels.

    • @ReneeLewis-sv6xp
      @ReneeLewis-sv6xp 2 місяці тому +3

      @FacesoftheForgotten Your dedication and amazing storytelling ability is the glue to keeping your Faces of the Forgotten family going strong.
      You are greatly appreciated! 😁

    • @monsterglo
      @monsterglo 2 місяці тому +2

      @@FacesoftheForgotten Ron I have been a subscriber for almost 3 years, your content is always very unique unlike other channels plus your A Fantabulous Storyteller 🤗

  • @marciatrapuzzano8742
    @marciatrapuzzano8742 2 місяці тому +5

    I really enjoyed your narration Ron! The pictures added a great visual as you told the story. It was like listening to a good book with a soothing informative voice. I hope you do more narratives.

  • @nadaleenbrady8183
    @nadaleenbrady8183 2 місяці тому +12

    Wow Ron! I was spellbound by this story! You get better and better! Thank you!! ❤❤❤

  • @garywarner8307
    @garywarner8307 Місяць тому +8

    I love this style of storytelling. You should do more like this.

  • @conniebarnes1824
    @conniebarnes1824 2 місяці тому +6

    What a story Ron! I live in Lawrence county Missouri, worked in Mt. Vernon, Missouri many years. I had never heard this story, thank you for sharing!

  • @GinaAnderson254
    @GinaAnderson254 2 місяці тому +22

    The mother had alot of evil in her face. The whole family was rotten. Thanks for story Ron. I love seeing the photos.

  • @mistyadams-ok8cr
    @mistyadams-ok8cr 2 місяці тому +13

    wow wot a family. well I'm so glad i was not around in those days. great story Ron as always.

  • @anne-mariedale3915
    @anne-mariedale3915 2 місяці тому +4

    Ron here in Nebraska watch your show every night. Loved the story on the Stafflebacks. Love these before I go to bed. Thankyou so much. God bless!

  • @angelblue7779
    @angelblue7779 2 місяці тому +10

    Thank you so much. Really enjoyed this one and your wonderful storytelling.

  • @badexter1
    @badexter1 2 місяці тому +26

    Hello. People who individually are unfortunately evil and do evil things are not so because of their racial makeup. Having Native American ancestry in and of itself does NOT explain or excuse their actions. There most certainly are many with Native American blood who are honorable and law Abiding.

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому +9

      I think everyone today knows that people of Indian heritage today are good people. but it certainly shows the intense racism against Indians from back then. we have racism today, yes, but not like that - only the worst of idiots today equate Indian peoples with that reasoning mentioned from whispers of those citizens in the 1800's.
      by the way, I use the term "Indian" because it is a word proudly supported by most full blooded Indian peoples that I personally know, or have met in cities and reservations across our country.
      today there are those who are insulted by almost any word, and they want to change to what they feel are proper terms that do not even describe anything specific, and in the process, like in this example, diminish a heritage.
      it is like the term "illegal alien" that is now thought to be bad. they say they should be now called "undocumented immigrants". maybe they will eventually morph that into "legally-challenged citizens" next?

    • @wkyready518
      @wkyready518 2 місяці тому +3

      You are right badexter1. They made choices, not because of their genetic material, but because they chose to do these things.❤

  • @MonicaLitman
    @MonicaLitman 2 місяці тому +5

    Standing and applauding Ron. What a great tale told so well❤❤. RIP Cora and what a hard life was lead. Can you imagine living around these people

  • @StevenJeNova
    @StevenJeNova 2 місяці тому +2

    Their chosen lifestyles. I respect them for that. I'm not to judge, but to learn & remember.
    Thank you for a great episode! Love it!

  • @CherylGray-tr7pw
    @CherylGray-tr7pw 2 місяці тому +36

    Cant see you tonight. miss you so much Ron illinois is getting cold ive be to Scottdale, Sedona ,Phoenix, love that country. I disabled but i climb mountain to the top you must take a lot of water when you climb on foot and i had wrong shoes for climbing up i did it. Great experience for me . God Bless on your travels. Keep cody on the chain ⛓️ keep her safe when she with you .

  • @pamelamikel7967
    @pamelamikel7967 2 місяці тому +4

    Great telling of this story Ron. Thanks for taking us along! Safe travels.

  • @stephenolson532
    @stephenolson532 2 місяці тому +5

    8258 needs a witches hat and a broom to complete her look

  • @maryleeswope3353
    @maryleeswope3353 2 місяці тому +4

    Mercy me, what a family!!! They were the thing of legends. And a house of ill repukes on top of it all. What a time.😢😢😢

  • @msveliz01
    @msveliz01 2 місяці тому +7

    The narration with the background music! Love it 😍

  • @shirleyashanti3031
    @shirleyashanti3031 2 місяці тому +4

    What a family. What a story. What an awesome tale. Thank you.

  • @connievandewarker7539
    @connievandewarker7539 2 місяці тому +14

    Another great story as always. ❤❤❤can hardly wait for the next one Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family blessing to you all

  • @evilladollyz7602
    @evilladollyz7602 2 місяці тому +7

    I live just outside galena in Joplin. This was such an interesting video. Thank you Ron ❤❤❤

    • @Ro6entX
      @Ro6entX 2 місяці тому +1

      Small world; I visit both places back in early 2014; can’t remember the month unfortunately but it was muggy. Stayed at motel 6th in Joplin off I think it was 5th or 6th street IIRC

  • @krackerjack57
    @krackerjack57 Місяць тому +5

    I loved this one. Your voice is so soothing. I think this is my favorite so far.😁❤️

  • @dawnprochilo8084
    @dawnprochilo8084 2 місяці тому +4

    Thanks for sharing this story Ron. You did a great job at narrating as always. They were one messed up psycho family. I really enjoyed the video, the music you picked was perfect and the pictures really help alot. Take care Ron, looking forward to your next video.

  • @MrRobster1234
    @MrRobster1234 Місяць тому +4

    I used to work with an old crocodoll who had eyes like Nance. She had the personality to go with them.

  • @krisdeas2999
    @krisdeas2999 2 місяці тому +2

    Ron you always go above and beyond on every story you share...Keep them coming...

  • @leannelemoine2056
    @leannelemoine2056 2 місяці тому +8

    Bravo !!! You are such a great storyteller ❤

  • @Tobias_Kevorkazito
    @Tobias_Kevorkazito 2 місяці тому +5

    Oh man, this montagé is your ‘Hotel California.’ 🌴 Hot dang I was so riveted. This is what happens when an architect tells a story, I luv’d every angle and line 🙏🌸🌴😂🥊

  • @monsterglo
    @monsterglo 2 місяці тому +4

    Run you are the storyteller of the year
    I was on the edge of my recliner listening, looking at the pictures , I felt like I was there thank you so much 🤗

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому +1

      Wow, that’s cool, no better compliment!! You are inspiring me

    • @annethomer9569
      @annethomer9569 2 місяці тому +2

      That's so true he is amazing

  • @jessbishop1081
    @jessbishop1081 2 місяці тому +3

    Love your work, Ron! You also have a great smile. 😊

  • @zorabryce5493
    @zorabryce5493 2 місяці тому +2

    Thank you for this story, Ron. How is Cody? Stay safe and keep well.

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  2 місяці тому

      Kodiak is doing well, sometimes we have to call her "Kraziak" - hahaha

  • @seanlohan6215
    @seanlohan6215 2 місяці тому +2

    Ron you make an excellent narrator. You should do more of your videos this way as they are very enjoyable and informative. Cheers from an Irish Fan of your 'mini doc's.'

  • @MaryHouse-i7k
    @MaryHouse-i7k 2 місяці тому +8

    Wow what a wild and chilling life they led...Rip Cora 🙏😇...ty Ron great story and Have a wonderful Thanksgiving you and your family Ron.... have a great week ...🦃🦃🦃🍁🍂🦃🦃

  • @joannahimes-murphy6897
    @joannahimes-murphy6897 2 місяці тому +3

    That's ok! Its always cool when you tell your stories. HUGS to both of you

    • @joannahimes-murphy6897
      @joannahimes-murphy6897 2 місяці тому +2

      But also...I don't think anybody in that whole family should rest in peace....

  • @donnaelkins186
    @donnaelkins186 2 місяці тому +2

    ❤😊❤ what a great story Ron. I love it when you narrate the storys.the pics of these people worked perfect to paint the story. Thank you so much!

  • @johnvaars4593
    @johnvaars4593 2 місяці тому +2

    Absolutely diabolical family 😳. Love the old photos. Great story telling Ron 👍.

  • @claricedunn2680
    @claricedunn2680 2 місяці тому +2

    I couldn't watch last night but caught it this morning. Very interesting story, as always.

  • @Brenda-t5r
    @Brenda-t5r Місяць тому +3

    As a child, I had a friend who moved away to Joplin, Missouri. People were dangerous back then.

  • @irishcountrygirl78
    @irishcountrygirl78 2 місяці тому +3

    Wow so much research Ron. Cora was blessed with good looks. What a crazy family though. What awful conditions. Cora was probably grateful to be alive each day.
    Thanks Ron. You're like a cool dad that tells interesring stories.

  • @shawnbraegger1100
    @shawnbraegger1100 2 місяці тому +2

    Great job well put together totally forgot we could not pay the graves a vist. Thanks for not scraping the idea.

  • @judygarretson3255
    @judygarretson3255 2 місяці тому +2

    I really enjoyed this format. Thank you for telling the story.

  • @martinandroid2538
    @martinandroid2538 2 місяці тому +3

    Thanks Ron. I really enjoy your stories of old from across the pond. You're a great story teller and thanks also to all those who research these tales (if applicable). Be well...

  • @myzacky96
    @myzacky96 2 місяці тому +2

    You have a knack for telling stories, great job, and I thank you

  • @karenshepler7128
    @karenshepler7128 2 місяці тому +5

    Wow very sad story of how people can do such horrible things to others but people are very selfish and in those times desperate for money no matter how they got it 😢thank you for sharing with us 😊

  • @seekerofthetruth6257
    @seekerofthetruth6257 2 місяці тому +6

    Rest in peace Cora in the arms of our Lord. Stay safe Sir & everyone sending virtual hugs to you all 💝

  • @SusiesBear
    @SusiesBear 2 місяці тому +3

    Wow, absolutely awesome story and i loved how you narrated it. One of my favorites so far..
    🎉

  • @KB-bh6gn
    @KB-bh6gn 2 місяці тому +2

    Excellent job! I loved seeing the photos while you were telling their stories.

  • @UniusPoenitentis
    @UniusPoenitentis 2 місяці тому +2

    Really enjoyed this story Ron. Once again, you are an outstanding story teller!

  • @chriscaspian2280
    @chriscaspian2280 2 місяці тому +2

    Just what I needed love your narration the history of these people is really intriguing, thank you

  • @TravisWard-m1t
    @TravisWard-m1t Місяць тому +1

    If he left town in 1887, never to be seen or heard from again, how could there be a picture of him taken in 1899?

  • @bonzo6826
    @bonzo6826 Місяць тому +1

    Yes. I was correct. I typed my humble opinion as I said, less than 1 minute in. Now, 10 minuted in...I felt the need to amaze my myself, I am correct. This channel is fantastic 😮 I guess it snuck up on me😊

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  Місяць тому +1

      Hey, that’s a big compliment Bonzo. Thanks that’s inspiring.

  • @haryballzonya
    @haryballzonya Місяць тому +2

    The stafflebacks. Great name for a band.

    • @FacesoftheForgotten
      @FacesoftheForgotten  Місяць тому +3

      true!!!!!

    • @haryballzonya
      @haryballzonya Місяць тому +3

      If you ever get to mich you should do a story of the bath school disaster. Horrible little known story. I think you would do a good job.

  • @nataleeia9722
    @nataleeia9722 2 місяці тому +2

    What a fascinating family, thanks Ron for another brilliant story.

  • @juliacompton8035
    @juliacompton8035 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank you, Ron! Another great story, and terrific the way you told it, as always😀

  • @megs4193
    @megs4193 2 місяці тому +2

    What an incredibly respectful and well told history, of that family and the victims. You're are a gentleman 😊❤❤❤.

  • @ethelmaaleman2104
    @ethelmaaleman2104 2 місяці тому +3

    Love this story Ron . Thanks a million. God blessings upon you and your family.

  • @Bulldogsdream
    @Bulldogsdream 2 місяці тому +4

    Wow! That is crazy, & sick, but nonetheless very . I use to live in Joplin, Mo & moved to Baxter Springs, KS. I’ve been in the area for years & love local history, but I have never heard this story. Thanks for sharing that Ron. 👍

  • @erebusagarista8031
    @erebusagarista8031 2 місяці тому +2

    Your videos are the best bedtime stories..thank you!

  • @irishledden4924
    @irishledden4924 2 місяці тому +1

    As Camel Harris would say, "nobody is perfect".

  • @mariemedina257
    @mariemedina257 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for sharing. Because of you, we would never know they existed. Be safe, Ron. 😊

  • @Appellonia
    @Appellonia 2 місяці тому +7

    YAY!! ITS MY FAV TIME OF THE DAY! RON TIME! ❤LESSSSS GOOOOOOO BABY!!!!

  • @angelalewis92
    @angelalewis92 2 місяці тому +2

    Fantastic presentation, Ron!

  • @donnarobertson252
    @donnarobertson252 2 місяці тому +2

    History. Keep it going. I have learned so much. People of the past have a story. Thank you. I hope you keep it up. It seems you travel alone and walk the cemeteries alone also. SCARY.

    • @Oakleaf700
      @Oakleaf700 2 місяці тому +1

      The Dead won't hurt you- It's the living you need to fear!

  • @maryknight4823
    @maryknight4823 Місяць тому +2

    Well Ron, you certainly have a way with words.
    I always love your vlogs and narration.
    Thanks as alwsys UK fan ❤........

  • @rbartig
    @rbartig 2 місяці тому +12

    World's worst neighbors.

  • @MikeHunt-fo3ow
    @MikeHunt-fo3ow 2 місяці тому +1

    joplin that name reminds me of that f5 tornado that hit.....what a nightmare both of these things were..

  • @dianecrawford2598
    @dianecrawford2598 2 місяці тому +3

    Another interesting story! I really enjoyed it. Thanks, Ron. 😊

  • @christolbert4628
    @christolbert4628 2 місяці тому +2

    Great story, Ron. This is one of many stories of corruption back then.

  • @lisakoon4966
    @lisakoon4966 2 місяці тому +4

    Great story. Never heard of this family. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. Thank you for the awesome video

  • @deecooper1567
    @deecooper1567 Місяць тому +1

    So Many Evil 👿 people in the past & still in the present 👵🏻❣️

  • @jeffmitchell3158
    @jeffmitchell3158 2 місяці тому +2

    You guy,s in america have a fascinating history and i would,nt know about it if you didnt post these story,s so thank you from australia 🇦🇺 i really enjoy watching 👍👍

  • @suzystone244
    @suzystone244 Місяць тому +1

    Mother Nancy is that woman who would scare the ancestors.
    Diabolical is a tame word...😮

  • @Jkk55
    @Jkk55 2 місяці тому +2

    Wow, what a family! thank you Ron great stuff! love from the UK

  • @RuthShelton-ou4id
    @RuthShelton-ou4id 2 місяці тому +2

    🥂🍾🎉HAPPY THANKSGIVING 🦃
    Yet another interesting story indeed!
    You could read the ingredients off a box of cereal and make it sound interesting 😁
    Too bad they burned that place to the ground --who knows what might have been hidden under the floor boards.
    I saw a video where a man was fixing up his grandfather's old farm house - they took up the floorboards and found coins & jewelry & all sorts of things, they also found stuff in the downstairs staircase post.
    Living back in those days of your video here sounded like many led a pretty rough life indeed.
    As always thank you for another glimpse into a past we would not have known if it weren't for you videos.

  • @yvettevitacaponigro
    @yvettevitacaponigro 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank you for sharing this story with us! ✌🏼😊

  • @nidyabaldwin8149
    @nidyabaldwin8149 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi Ron. I really appreciate how creative you are to do this video so differently. I really enjoyed it a lot ❤. Thanks Nidya Texas

  • @fbsdeformedvag8925
    @fbsdeformedvag8925 Місяць тому +1

    My Grandmother was born in Joplin ,her Sisters and her side of the family are all buried in Joplin I do believe.

  • @HeatherT-y7i
    @HeatherT-y7i 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you so much for this very interesting sad story. They were so evil.

  • @TedRyan-n7o
    @TedRyan-n7o 2 місяці тому +1

    There was a family like that in the late 1800s early 1900s in Kentucky , They would hire people from Mexico to work in their coal mine and when it comes to pay them they would just killem and take them back in that mine and bury them , the bodies are still in that old mine the front of the mine got covered when they did some mining in the 60s but I believe I found where the entrance was because of tye shape of the landscape and I found a old trolly car wheel out in front of it this story goes alot deeper than that to , if you would like to know more of the story and about them let me know .

  • @susanna3
    @susanna3 2 місяці тому +2

    Ron this was a fascinating story and so well produced 👏 can't say it enough- your channel is excellent!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @kikyonohkagome
    @kikyonohkagome 2 місяці тому +1

    I live in Dubuque IA. I'm going to see if I can track down anything interesting about Nancy's time here and the husband, though our records say his last name was Shaffleback.

  • @rosiekeays9143
    @rosiekeays9143 2 місяці тому +2

    This was so well done. Thank you!

  • @mainemountainman3743
    @mainemountainman3743 Місяць тому +2

    Very nicely done!

  • @Michelle-kf8me
    @Michelle-kf8me 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow ron stories I've never heard of.your voice is amazing.i sound to common.happy thanks giving from uk.

  • @chrisgraphs1015
    @chrisgraphs1015 22 дні тому

    Amazing storytelling, Ron. Makes you wonder how many murders happened that no one knows.

  • @wildpinto3291
    @wildpinto3291 2 місяці тому +1

    That looks like a town, Clint Eastwood, would ride into, paint red, then clean house.

  • @czechmate6916
    @czechmate6916 2 місяці тому

    Wow Ron I don’t know what to say. Those were some evil people and times were different then. But stuff like this this still happens today. I wished you could have gotten into the cemeteries. Thank you for sharing this story with us it was very well done.

  • @SUE014TYSON
    @SUE014TYSON 2 місяці тому +2

    This is excellent. You should do more doc style with old pics. Very talented story teller

  • @MariaFletcher-bf5pk
    @MariaFletcher-bf5pk 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Ron. Congratulations on a great job we'll done 👍. It had everything in the story. thank you to warren croom for the segestion 👍 until next time Ron. b safe take care and b happy 👍❤️😀🇬🇧