They left anyway while their parents were out. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. This was the last time these children were seen alive. Yet they were reportedly sighted near Murphys Cave as late as 5:15, likely with dirty shoes and clothes that they would have then had to go home and clean up. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Then at 10 oclock I was an absolute wreck because it was on TV on the news., DeDe, who was 16 in 1967, began losing sleep and barely ate as the search for her brothers went on. DeDe loved St. Louis Cardinals baseball. Debra DeDe Hoag, 67, of Hannibal, Missouri, passed away at 5:37 AM Thursday, February 15, 2018 at her home. So what do you think of this case? By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Share with Us. Do you think the boys were kidnapped, or did they die of injury on the construction site and their bodies weren't able to be recovered? New book suggests serial killer's involvement in missing boys case, Edward Husar Special to the Courier-Post ehusar@whig.com. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Brothers Billy and Joey Hoag, ages 11 and 13, along with their friend Craig Dowell, 14, were last observed carrying shovels and flashlights around 5 p.m. May 10, 1967. Just before 6:30 pm, Helen Hoag called the police. Also surviving are one sister-in-law, MaryAnn Hoag; a special friend, Melissa Breeding; seven nieces; 10 nephews; 14 great-nephews;13 great-nieces; and DeDes beloved pet dog, Naomi., DeDe was preceded in death by her parents; two infant sons, James and Jeffrey Mastin; six brothers, Mickey Hoag, Fred Hoag, Tim Hoag, Joey Hoag, Billy Hoag and Robin Hoag; two nephews, Michael J. Hoag and Timmy Hoag; and her special pet dog, Hannibal.. Tim came back after doing a quick cave search of his own. The case of the Lost Boys of Hannibal has been the subject of at least three books. Invalid password or account does not exist. In the 1960s, parents strictly forbade their children from even looking at the openings in the ground. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. person will not be tolerated. He informs Will of Freddie Lounds posting a pic of one of the girls online, which Will calls tasteless. As part of his research, Wingate said he drove the psychics separately though parts of the Hannibal area on different dates in August and September of 2018. But because of the intensive construction of Highway 79 in the 1960s, employees sometimes encounter new gaps that lead to unexplored parts of local caves. http://www.hannibal.net/article/20120528/NEWS/305289977, http://khqa.com/news/local/a-hannibal-mystery-48-years-in-the-making, http://www.charleyproject.org/cases/h/hoag_joel.html. DeDe retired after working many years in retail sales as a manager. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. A memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, at the James O'Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal. Joel and William had been punished the night before for going to the cave without permission, and they weren't supposed to leave their yard. Three adventurous boys, Joel Hoag, 13, his brother Billy, 11, and their friend Craig Dowell, 14, were out exploring Murphy's Cave, which was exposed by highway construction from state highway 79,. And unfortunately, its leaning right now toward more of a true crime opportunistic killer than it is a caving.. The Hoag Family was hoping and hoping for a sign of something positive in search efforts, but nothing ever came to light. racist or sexually-oriented language. Hannibal asks if he has trouble with taste. Craig Dowell and brothers Bill and Joey Hoag disappeared on that May afternoon in 1967. The boys were last seen on the south side of Hannibal, Missouri between 4:20 and 5:00 p.m. William and Joel left behind five brothers and four sisters. There is one last point of speculation I want to go over and, again, I want to emphasize that this is pure speculation, not accusations. Every. He says he has lived all over the world and calls Quincy home, though he resides in Hannibal now. Survivors include four children, Tonya Robinson (Keith) of Wentzville, Tammy Wisdom (Charlie) of Hannibal, Tisha Adair (Daren) of Hannibal and Jereme Mastin (Lindsay) of Hannibal; one brother, Dan Hoag (Candy) of Gurnee, Ill.; three sisters, Bobbie Wellman of Lebanon, Lynnie Pedigo of Wylie, Texas, and Denise Mudd of Hannibal; and nine grandchildren, Dylan, Tyler, Skye, Keaton (Brady), Curtis, Darrian, Rylee, Quinn and Reece. Concerned citizens suggested authorities even search the various islands dotting the Mississippi River. A flashlight and shovel were later found to be missing from the Hoag home. Appears these boys has still not been found.. "Hey Beavis, we need a chick that doesn't suck. And without exception, all three of them picked the same locations" where the boys were ostensibly killed and buried. The hometown of one of Americas most enduring and beloved authors is also the site of a decades-old mystery. Billy and Joey, as they were more commonly called, also had nine other siblings. After that, they disappear and even traces of them, much less their bodies, were found. You have permission to edit this article. So what happened to the Lost Boys of Hannibal? However, on May 10, the three went to the same cave again, using the moment Hougs parents were in the store to shop. The perfect weather for being outside. Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Again. She said keep an eye on the boys (Billy and Joey) because of what they had done the night before, DeDe said. On May 9, 1967, the Hoags and Dowell went searching Murphys Cave on the southside of town, which had been exposed by construction for Highway 79. The search crew clung to it as a probable evidence. William Francis Hoag April 17, 2020July 18, 2020 FindtheMissing Left and Right: William circa, 1967 Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance Missing Since: May 10, 1967 Missing From: Hannibal, Marion County, Missouri Classification: Endangered Missing Date Of Birth: circa, 1956 Age: 11 years old Height and Weight: 5'5 and 80 pounds The three Hannibal boys were particularly curious about the caves. ". Karras warned the cold environment of Hannibal's cave would lower the body temperatures of the lost boys to dangerous levels if they weren . Use the 'Report' link on DeDe was born Jan. 15, 1951, in Hannibal to Michael T. and Helen V. McCullough Hoag. A normal day Life in Hannibal was as it is today, relaxed. In 2006, construction crews discovered an entrance to the Murphys Cave system while building a new elementary school along Highway 79. They finally moved from Murphys Cave down where Billy and I had been in. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. But, so far, they havent found anything , Other theories say that the children fled to another city or were abducted. A memorial marker for the boys has been placed in the vicinity of the cave. She ordered them to wash their clothes, and both their parents warned them to never go near the construction site again, or they would be in major trouble. All of these cavers came in from Washington, D.C., from California, Virginia, Mississippi. I dont know if it was the first day or the second day, but I was having dreams and everything; about Billy and Joey. Our house was so full of cave men coming in from out of town. Like I just alluded to, The next theory is that the boys were trapped somewhere and succumbed to the elements or died of injuries. In 2006, construction workers building a new elementary school on Highway 79 found a small cave about 50 feet long. Brother Bill Dexheimer will officiate. Be Proactive. I cant speak for him, but he saw them walking up toward the highway, Henderson said. Be Proactive. They said they were going to explore Murphys Cave a local spot near a road construction site. A new book released last week puts a surprising new ending on a 52-year-old Hannibal story. A memorial marker for the boys has been placed in the vicinity of the cave. Obituary: Debra 'DeDe' Hoag, 67, of Hannibal, Online condolences may be made and video tribute may be viewed at. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Craig Dowell lived over on Union Street. But, again without result. Over at the church the Royal Ambassadors were meeting. In the US state of Missouri, one of the local attractions is a vast network of caves that have thousands of passages, both above and below ground. Copyright 2010 - 2023 Soul:Ask | Unlock your Mind and Soul. St. They selected Murphy's Cave, a construction site, descended into the earth and were never seen again. [News Article] (http://www.hannibal.net/article/20120528/NEWS/305289977). Last updated June 3, 2012; details of disappearance updated. Billy and Joey were making plans to go caving and they were recruiting some of their friends at A.D. Stowell Elementary School the next day. She also didnt know where Tim was. Two of the psychics told Wingate that "John Wayne Gacy was that mystery man," he said. Theories and rumors emerged in the aftermath of their disappearance, some seeming more likely than others. People took off work and some of them still got paid. "But I decided just to lay it out and let people decide for themselves" if there's any merit to the story. According to another version, the boys may have accidentally entered a completely new tunneling system that other researchers have not noticed. The three boys routinely explored caves in Hannibal's Southside neighborhood. It was searched by police but, again, no trace of the boys was found. For Billy and Joey Hoag, it was more than perfect because they had plans after school to go and do what they did best, exploring. Nearly 55 years ago, two young brothers and their friend gathered shovels and flashlights on a spring afternoon to explore a cave in their hometown of Hannibal, Missouri. Nearly 55 years ago, two young brothers and their friend gathered shovels and flashlights on a spring afternoon to explore a cave in their hometown of Hannibal, Missouri. This Podcast sets out to solve one of Hannibal Missouri's biggest mysteries, The Lost boys of Hannibal Missouri and the events surrounding their disappearance on May 10, 1967. . The Hoag boys had been punished for exploring it the day prior. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Some of the drivers may not know it, but a portion of Route 79 in Hannibal could be the final resting place of three missing boys. Tim told his mother to call the Mark Twain Emergency Squad and she did. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Its just a matter of time., [Google Map of where the Hoag boy's home, Lover's Leap, and the general area where they may have gone missing!] The three Hannibal boys were particularly curious about the caves. Henderson found it odd that Billy wasnt there. Low 31F. The belief is they went into a cave to explore. These holes. It should be noted that they were scrappy young fellows. They were always home by 9 oclock, DeDe said. Because nothing was ever found, there's speculation that the children weren't lost in the cave and something else caused their disappearances. On Monday, May 8, 1967, Billy and Joey were exploring the cave when they were spotted by a worker. Share with Us. accounts, the history behind an article. The parents found out when they saw the characteristic reddish dirt on their clothes. At the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival, you will find a palate-dazzling smorgasbord of cuisines and cocktails in which to indulge. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Excursions to this cave are still being made. May 1967 - Hannibal, Missouri - three boys, brothers Bill Hoag, 11, and Joey Hoag, 13, and their friend Craig Dowell, 14, decided to go cave exploring. According to an October 2020 post on John Wingates website, theres a new effort underway to keep mapping out Murphys Cave. The Hoag brothers did some exploring, but were sure to be back home when expected. 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. Were they trapped underground by a cave-in? The three boys' cases remain unsolved. . Last updated June 3, 2012; picture and clothing/jewelry description added, details of disappearance updated. Keep it Clean. On March 10th, 1967, the three boys set off with flashlights and a shovel to go on an adventure, but sadly to never return home. The families of Joey and Billy Hoag, 13 and 11 years of age, and 14-year Craig Dowell became worried when the boys failed to come home for dinner that evening. Youre going to have to have proof, beyond a shadow of a doubt, Henderson said. But who could stop the curious children? But what quickly began as a neighborhood search expanded to a nation-wide effort. You have permission to edit this article. Much of the world rejoiced Monday with the news that divers had rescued the final four of 12 young soccer players and their coach from a flooded cave in northern Thailand. I really have a hard time dealing with it. My own opinion is youre going to find Billy and Joey. He and Billy were close friends. What I dont even get is why he was even with them. The three boys' cases remain unsolved. Wingate said he started investigating the theory a year ago -- around the same time he was making stops in Hannibal and Quincy, Ill., to sign copies of his first book. 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