Obituary - David Pritchard

David Pritchard, 66, son of Jack and Pauline Pritchard, passed away peacefully near his Kansas City home after a battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a wild and rebellious spirit who lived life on his own terms, right up to the end.

David was born on October 2, 1959 and was raised in Nevada, Missouri. He later moved to Jefferson City before settling in Kansas City in 1992 with his parents. He carried his Missouri heritage with pride throughout his life, and Kansas City barbecue held a permanent place in his heart.

He attended law school at Cal State Fullerton in California, where he also developed a lifelong love for the beach. David could always be found soaking up the sun ~ tan and content. Music was another great passion of his, especially rock 'n' roll, which provided the soundtrack to much of his life.

An avid sports fan, David cheered loudly for Alabama football and the Kansas City Royals. Also being a fan of racing, one of the highlights of his life was the chance to drive on the Autobahn in Germany - an experience that stayed with him for the rest of his days.

David was deeply proud of his father's military service and legal career, and he loved his mother dearly. He was married once, for a short time, and had no children. He was a private man who reserved his warmth and loyalty for a select few, forming deep and lasting connections with those he let in.

David is survived by his cousins, Sharon K., Vickie M., and Michelle G.

He will be remembered for his independent spirit, his love of sun and sound, and the quiet devotion he showed to the people closest to him. May he rest in peace.

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Obituary - Larry Law

Graveside service and inurnment for Larry Law of Drexel, Missouri will be 3 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 2 - 2:45 p.m. Thursday at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Contributions to St. Croix Hospice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Larry Duane Law, age 76 of Drexel, Missouri died Thursday, July 23, 2026 at his home. He was born April 19, 1950 to Duane Earl and LaVaun Brant Law in Estherville, Iowa.

Larry, one of three children, grew up in Ballard, Missouri. He graduated from Ballard High School in 1968, then attended college for two years in Warrensburg, Missouri. In 1973, Larry joined the Air Force and served until 1979. After his service, Larry began an illustrious 31 year career with Kansas City Power and Light and retired in 2010. He was the proud father of two children. On June 12, 1992 Larry married Lisa Medcalf and together they enjoyed 34 years of marriage.

Larry was a easy-going and laid back guy who simply enjoyed life. One of his favorite things to do was spend time with his family. Larry enjoyed vacations with Lisa–often going to Biloxi, Mississippi–where he would get to see some of his grandchildren. Larry found relaxation in drawing and painting, frequently giving away or donating his work. In addition to taking care of his family, Larry also liked to take care of himself by staying active. He enjoyed things such as riding bicycles and motorcycles to karate . . . which was possibly his favorite sport. In later years, Larry enjoyed relaxing with Lisa and watching television. His favorite shows were Yellowstone and The Price is Right. Larry made sure that hooking up the television was one of the first things that was done after the move to Drexel so he would not miss any episodes. He will be remembered with affection and respect by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Larry is survived by his wife, Lisa Law of Drexel, Missouri; one son, Mike Law and wife Gina of Drexel; one daughter, Melissa Clevenger and husband Nathan of Raymore, Missouri; six grandchildren, Brayden and wife Jenna, Brinna and Kylee Law, Audrey Craker, Billy Lau and Kevin Rockers and wife Skylar; three great-grandchildren, Hayden Anthony, Kase and Hadliegh Rockers; two brothers, Gary Law and wife Lila of Montrose, Missouri and Kent Law and wife Nancy of Blue Springs, Missouri; one aunt, Sharon Bowling of Harrisonville, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Susie Faw and husband Michael of Drexel; brother-in-law, Kevin Medcalf and wife Pam of Drexel; and parents-in-law, Larry and Glenda Wood. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Duane and LaVaun Law; and one nephew, Bobby Bruse.

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Obituary - Ann Tyrer

Funeral services for Ann Tyrer of Amsterdam, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 1 - 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Scott Cemetery, Amsterdam. Contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Priscilla Ann Tyrer, age 80 of Amsterdam Missouri went to see her Lord and Savior on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Ann was born July 6, 1946 to Frank and Opal Spruk in Joplin, Missouri.

Ann married the love of her life, Terry Tyrer, on November 8, 1964. They started their life together in Merriam, KS where they had their two children. They later moved to Drexel, MO where they raised their children and opened Ann's dream store called Orphantiques. They later moved to Amsterdam, MO where Ann retired. Ann's love of Christmas was always the joy for our family.

Ann is survived by her son, Franklin Tyrer, and wife Stormy of Olathe, Kansas; and daughter, Heather, Cooper, and husband, Jeff of Kansas City, Missouri; a brother, Terry Spruk and his wife Linda of Merriam, Kansas; and four grandchildren, Miles (Heather and son Justin), Keeley, Annalyn and Ally. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Terry Tyrer; her parents; and grandparents; and brother Robert Spruk.

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3 vehicle accident just east of Amsterdam

Two ambulances, a medical helicopter and other first responders are on the scene of an accident involving a motorcycle and two other vehicles, just east of Amsterdam on J highway.

Please avoid the area if at all possible. More details coming as soon as they become available.

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Obituary - Gary John Freeland

Gary John Freeland, age 76, passed away on July 3, 2026. Gary was born Feb 18, 1950, to Harry and Cathern (Porter) Freeland in Kansas City. The family lived in what they fondly refer to as "The Bottoms," a farm belonging to his grandmother near Greenwood. MO. Gary graduated from Ray-Pec school and went on to get a degree in history.

Gary loved hunting, visits with neighbors and friends, and loved running the Freeland Brother's Gun Shop in Pleasant Hill. He moved from Pleasant Hill to Quincy, MO, and ran the gun shop in Warsaw until his death.

Gary is proceeded in death by his parents, one brother-in-law, JC Tauch, and one sister-in-law, Lois Freeland.

He is survived by his sister, Cathern Ann Tauch, three brothers, Harry Freeland, Richard (Shari) Freeland, and Russell (Linda) Freeland, five nieces and nephews, Leslie Tauch, Lisa Freeland, Brandye (Chris) Riggert, Jeffery (Terri) Freeland, and Tyson Freeland, two great nieces, Lauren Freeland and Kristen Freeland.

Gary was an asset to his family and a great brother! May he rest in eternal peace with God.

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Obituary - Norma Lee Pease

Norma Lee Pease, age 93, Linn Valley, Kansas passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1933 in Miami County, Kansas, the daughter of Paul Weisner Keith and Lottie May Hutton Keith. She graduated from La Cygne Rural High School in the Class of 1951. Norma was united in marriage to Harold Dean Pease on September 10, 1954. He preceded her in death on September 21, 2017. She was also preceded in death by a son, Rodney Dean Pease, and a sister Dorothy Nelson. She was a member of and very involved with the Calvary Baptist Church in La Cygne. Norma is survived by three children, daughter Janet Lynn Bardin and her husband Randall, sons Randall Jay Pease, and Jeffrey Scott Pease, along with eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held 11 am Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Friday August 7 at the Schneider Funeral Home La Cygne Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Calvary Baptist Church. Online condolences can be left at http://www.schneiderfuneals.com.

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A peek inside the Hume fair exhibit hall