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Southern Uprising Tour: A Southern Rock Revival coming to Missouri State Fair

You asked and we listened! Southern Uprising Tour: A Southern Rock Revival featuring Travis Tritt, The Charlie Daniels Band, Marshall Tucker Band and Outlaws is back in 2018 to perform in the Pepsi Grandstand! Come see them on Wednesday, Aug. 15. #pepsigrandstand #ComeHome2018http://bit.ly/2ojIGe4

The next three days weather wise!

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Butler High School sponsoring a Drunk Driving Simulation

The Butler High School will be sponsoring a Drunk Driving Simulation this year on Wednesday, April 4th at 9:00 a.m. The Simulation will be held in front of the Butler High School on Fulton Street in front of the student parking lot. 

The Juniors and Seniors from the Bates County schools are invited along with Appleton City school, Juniors and Seniors. After the Simulation the students will remain outside and a speaker from the Highway Patrol will have a short message for the students.

The Police Department will be blocking off Nursery and Atkinson Street for the Simulation. Life Flight will be on scene if they are available that morning.

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Fire Call at Butler McDonalds

The Butler Fire Department along with Butler Police Department are on scene of a possible fire at the McDonald's Restaurant located at 1007 W Fort Scott Street at this time.

All crew members are out of the building at this time and heavy smoke is reported in the building.

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us from the Butler Fire Department.

Amped Up Pro Bull Tour at Lucas Oil Stadium

The Amped Up Pro Bull Tour provides quality bull riding events with award winning bulls and champion bull riders to give you the most excitement and thrills possible. Bringing only the best to all our tour stops we take great pride in entertaining thousands at each event and are dedicated to bring professionalism and quality to all our events. This Inaugural event will be held at our Off Road Facility.

June 29,2018 Gates open at 5pm, show starts at 7:00pm.

Adults (16 and up) $15
Seniors (62 and up)/Military $12
Youth (6-15) $5
Kids (5 and under) FREE
Family Pass $30

Camping
Reserved with Electric and Water- $35/Night (Limited Availability)
Reserved Dry Spots- $20/Night (Limited Availability)
Dry Camping- $10/Night

Special Links: www.AmpedUpProBullTour.com - www.LucasOil.com - www.ProtectTheHarvest.com - www.LucasCattleCompany.com

Breaking News Update: Police Pursuit ends in Adrian

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The Bates County Sheriff's Office just ended a pursuit with a white in color van who failed to yield after a chase through rural Adrian.

The subject was taken into custody after crashing into the median of I-49.

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us from the Bates County Sheriff's Office.


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Obituary - Joe Dean Hull

Joe Dean Hull, age 73, resident of Ft. Scott, died Saturday February 24, 2018, at his home following a lengthy illness. He was born on October 5, 1944, in Ft. Scott, KS, the son of James Isaac Hull and Ruby Terrill Hull. 

He married Myrtle Gaston on June 15, 1965, in Nevada, MO. In his younger years he worked for Lawson’s Radiator and Judy’s Iron and Metal in Belltown, then a short time with Bruce Marble and Granite. He then began his career with Peerless Products, retiring after 47 years. He also owned and operated Joe’s Storm Door and Window for several years. 

Joe enjoyed raising cattle, each with their own name, and going to the sale barn. He liked to hunt, fish, and camp, purchasing a camper recently. He bowled, and roller skated quite well. He loved spending time with his family. He taught each of the grandsons how to roller skate, much to their amazement. He found time to get one-on-one with each grandchild, teaching life lessons along the way. Joe was a friend who never met a stranger. He was associated with the Lighthouse Tabernacle, Pittsburg, KS.

Survivors include his wife Myrtle of the home; a son Joe Hull, Jr. and wife Lisa, St. Louis, MO; a daughter, Debbie Moyer and husband Doug, Nevada, MO; five brothers, Robert Hull and wife Violet, Charles Hull and wife Leta, Earl Hull, Harold Hull and wife Naomi, and Leland Hull and wife Barbara, all of Ft. Scott; a sister, Beulah Adkins and husband Bob, Independence, MO; seven grandchildren, Joey and Beth, Joshua and wife Heather, Jacob and Kelley, Seth, Aaron and Jennifer, Curtis and Emily, and Berkley; five bonus grandchildren, Jordan and Dillon, Mikelah and Tristan, Charli, Tara and husband Nathan, and Chad and wife Tiffany; seven great grandchildren, Zoey, Carlee, Bentley, Carson, Curtis, Raylan, Violet Joe, and Kai on the way; eight bonus great grandchildren, Deklyn, Kaelin, Kinley, Bayler, Brooklyn, Chase, Brooklynn, and Ketrick; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Virginia Hull and Liz Mills; and his parents.

Pastor Daryl Gaddy will conduct funeral services at 1:00 PM Thursday, March 1st, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 Wednesday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to Mercy Hospice and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, P.O. Box 347, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

From the Barton County Sheriff's Office

Approximately 135 grams of meth seized in Bates County traffic stop

Crystal Lake

Brandon Stone

Approximately 135 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine 

On February 23, 2018 a Captain with the Bates County Sheriff’s Office conducted a vehicle stop on I-49. A search of the vehicle was conducted and approximately 135 grams of a crystal substance was located.

The driver of the vehicle, identified as Brandon Stone (DOB 10/24/1981), was arrested and charged with trafficking drugs. His bond was set at $25000.00 cash only.

The passenger, identified as Crystal Lake (DOB 1/31/1989), was arrested for several outstanding warrants she had out of Vernon County, Cooper County, Nevada and Lamar.

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Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Theft report in rural Butler

On February 14, 2018 a Deputy took a report of a theft that had occurred at a residence on County Road 2001 in rural Butler, MO.

The victim stated that her diamond ring had been stolen from her bag. She described the ring as being gold with 2 large diamonds and 2 smaller diamonds. She valued the ring at $10,000.00. 

The victim stated that $200.00 in cash was also stolen from her purse. She believes the suspect also stole a pressure washer from the residence.

Keelan Wackerman (DOB 1/21/1972) is wanted by the Bates County Sheriff’s Office for questioning regarding this crime. If you know of his whereabouts please contact at Deputy or Detective at 660-679-3232.

Miami R-1 Spring Art Fair and Music Concert

Spring Art Fair and Music Concert

Friday, March 23rd

Art Fair (all grades) starts at 5:30pm

Concert (grades 7-12) starts at 7pm

News from the Bates County Courthouse

Jury selection is underway this morning at the Bates County Court House for the trial of Jonathan Hopkins. Hopkins has been charged with two counts of felony possession of a controlled substance. 

Jury selection is expected to completed by noon and Judge Journey will hear opening statements after the noon hour. Hugh C. Jenkins Bates County Prosecuting Attorney is representing the State.

Obituary - Edna Berneice Quick

Edna Berneice Quick, 81, Butler, MO, died Friday, February 23, 2018 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, MO. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 5, 2018 at Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO with burial in Meyers Cemetery, Butler, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Midwest Hemophilia Association.

(A complete obituary will be posted when information is available).

Road Closed in Butler

Pine street from Henry to the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler will be shut down for an undetermined amount of time.

Please find a alternate route.

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27 years and still no answers

Cheryl Kenney was last seen at work at a convenience store on business 71 Highway in Nevada, Missouri, on the evening of February 27, 1991. Her time card showed she clocked out at 10:00, but she did not arrive home. Her car was left in the store parking lot. 

Cheryl has a unique tooth pattern. If you have any information, please contact the Nevada, Missouri, Police Department at 417-448-2710

Cheryl's case on NamUs: https://www.findthemissing.org/en/cases/4000/0/

From The Louisburg Police Department

The Louisburg Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying the subject and or vehicle in the following photos in regards to an ongoing investigation. 

If you can identify either the subject or vehicle please contact the Louisburg Police Department at 913-837-3191 or via Facebook messenger. 

Remember that your tip will remain anonymous. Thanks in advance for your like and share.

Obituary - Bill Haynie

Sunday morning, on February 25th, the world lost a dedicated family man. Sergeant Billie Lee Haynie, born November 6, 1951, accomplished a great deal in his life. He served in the United States Army as a Sergeant during the Vietnam War as well as being active in the reserves. He owned and operated Bill L. Haynie Home Improvement for many years. His greatest accomplishment, though, was his family. 

Bill Haynie is survived by his true love, Regina Haynie, as well as his 5 children, Anthony Lett, Stacy Labbe, Sarah Keefer, William Haynie, and Rozanne Sauer. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren. In his final years, Bill worked for the City of Clinton at the compost yard. A job he very much enjoyed as he was able to meet many people from the community.

Bill's family will be receiving visitors at his home at 2200 N. Antioch Dr. on Wednesday, February 28 from 5-7pm. No other services will be held per Bill's request.

Fond memories and condolences may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Arrangments have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri.

Obituary - Frances Louise Sanderson

Frances Louise Sanderson, 97, Schell City, MO, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Medicalodges of Nevada. She was born on April 6, 1920 in Camden, MO to Lambert and Estella Faye (Kincaid) Coats. She married Howard Sanderson on August 5, 1939 in Excelsior Springs, MO and he preceded her in death on December 14, 2002.

Frances was raised in Ray County, MO and attended school in Orrick, MO and has been a long time Schell City resident since 1958. Frances and Howard operated the Schell City Ledger and Rockville Leader newspapers for a number of years. She worked as Activities Director at Community Springs Nursing Home in El Dorado Springs from 1975-1978 and at Junior House (Nellie-Don) in Nevada from 1978-1982. Frances and Howard were instrumental in organizing softball and baseball associations in Schell City. She was a member of the Schell City Baptist Church.

Survivors include her children, Larry Sanderson and his wife Katie, Nevada, Nina Morerod, Harwood, MO, Sandy Pence and her husband Lloyd, Nevada, Roger Sanderson and his wife Sharon, Schell City, Jerry Sanderson and his wife Marye, Harwood, Becky Stafford and her husband Bruce, Kansas City, MO and Paul Sanderson, Schell City; 20 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and 33 great-great-grandchildren; Mildred Merritt, sister, Brookfield, MO; Mary Sanderson, daughter-in-law, Bosier City, LA; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Howard and her parents she was preceded in death by one son Harold Ray Sanderson, son-in-law Harold Morerod and grandson Rodney Sanderson.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Northeast Vernon County Elementary School, Schell City, MO. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Schell City. The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home, Schell City.

Those who wish may contribute in Frances’s memory to Medicalodges of Nevada in care of Lewis-Hoagland Funeral Home.

Obituary - Bridget Marie Norcross

Bridget Marie Norcross, 46, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018 in Nevada, MO. She was born on November 23, 1971 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She married Jody Norcross in Nevada on April 27, 1996 and he survives of the home.

Bridget grew up in Lawton, OK and graduated from Great Bend, KS High School Class of 1990. She attended the University of Oklahoma in Lawton, OK. She was a Pharmacy Technician and has worked for the last 20 years at the Community Pharmacy in Nevada. Bridget loved crafts, flowers, being with her friends and was an active volunteer for Nevada Little League Football, Nevada Elks, and Nevada High School Show Choir. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Nevada.

Survivors in addition to her husband Jody include her children, Taylor Kimbrough and her husband Ryan, Lincoln, NE, Abby Norcross, Nevada, MO and Justin Norcross and his wife Hilary, Kansas City, MO; granddaughter, Natalie Kimbrough, Lincoln, NE; her parents Marjorie and Walter Johnson, Corpus Christi, TX and Dale Dolezal, Nevada, MO; several aunts, uncles, cousins and her many friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Dale Dolezal, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2018 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Those who wish may contribute in Bridget’s memory to a NHS Show Choir Scholarship c/o the Nevada R-5 High Scholarship Foundation.

From the Barton County Sheriff's Office

On 02-25-2018 at around 3:42 a.m. Deputy Matthew Griffitt of the Barton County Sheriff's Office responded to 208 Depot Avenue for a woman who had called 911 due to someone messing with her computer and phone line. It was believed that somebody was trying to scam her. The caller then advised that she had a warrant for her arrrest and didn't want Law Enforcement to respond, and that she just wanted to let somebody know in case something happened.

It was reported that this female had called on more than one occassion over the same issue going between the Barton County 911 and Dade County 911 and it was believed that somebody needed to go and check on her.

Deputy Griffitt went to the address and made contact with the subject. When deputy Griffitt made contact with the female he told her that she was being placed under arrest for her warrants she then became ill and collapsed on the ground. Deputy Griffitt advised that she acted to be unconscious but periodically opened one eye to see who was watching. Deputy Griffitt called for EMS to respond however a short time later the woman awoke and didn't want medical attention.

Anna M. Peaslee, age 52, of Golden City was arrested on two warrants. One was out of Dade County for failure to appear on a bad checks (insufficient funds) case with a bond amount of $250 dollars cash only. The second warrant was out of Jasper County and it was also for bad checks (Insufficient funds). case with a bond amount of $400 cash only. Peaslee was processed into the Barton County Jail and later in the morning posted a bond and was released.

Investigators recover stolen property, drugs during search warrant in Vernon County

Warrants have been issued for a Nevada resident after investigators with the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant at a residence east of Nevada and located stolen property and suspected methamphetamine's. 

According to Sheriff Jason Mosher, investigators executed the search warrant on Friday the 23rd and recovered a stolen UTV and arrested a suspect who has been identified as 35-year-old Dustin W Jones of Nevada.

Mosher said suspected methamphetamine's were also located on Jones when he was taken into custody. The stolen UTV was returned to the owner.

Jones has been charged with: Receiving Stolen Property (D Felony), and Possession Of a Controlled Substance (D Felony). Jones is being held in the Vernon County Jail on a $15,000 cash only bond

Car stop ends in drug Arrest in Clinton

Gavin Beach

On the evening of Sunday, February 25th, at approximately 10:49 P.M., Clinton Police Officer Derek Foreman observed a silver Cadillac Deville fail to stop for a stop sign at Third and Ohio Street. Officer Foreman stopped the vehicle in the 400 block of South Third Street. 

Upon stopping, the driver of the vehicle, later identified as 34 year old Clinton resident Gavin Beach, exited the vehicle and began running away from Officer Foreman, who did not pursue at the time, but advised other responding officers of Beach’s description and direction of travel. Officer Foreman then contacted the only passenger in the vehicle, 27 year old Ashley Lasley of Clinton. 

Ashley Lasley

Officer Foreman asked Lasley why Beach ran away and she said it was because he might have outstanding warrants for his arrest. Officer Foreman then checked and Beach did indeed have active warrants out of Henry County. Lasley gave Officer Foreman consent to search the vehicle and also surrendered a pipe from her purse. 

The pipe was a pipe that is commonly used to smoke methamphetamine with and contained residue. A search of the vehicle yielded drug paraphernalia including syringes and scales along with packaged methamphetamine. 

A short time later, Beach was located in the area of Truman Avenue and was placed under arrest for the warrants and the drugs in his vehicle. He was transported to the Henry County Detention Center where he was incarcerated with a $6,000 bond. He was charged with possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, resisting arrest and Henry County, Missouri Warrants. Lasley was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and released on her own recognizance.

Two escape injury in Bates County crash

On 2/26/18 around 1:15am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Adrian Police Department responded to a one vehicle accident in the southbound lanes of I-49 at mile marker 141.4 near Adrian.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2010 Ford Focus driven by 19 year old Leona Chamberlain Kisner of Butler, Missouri struck a deer that was in the roadway.

A passenger in the vehicle 40 year old Deliverance R. Ratliff of Nevada, Missouri sustained minor injuries in this accident and she was refused medical treatment at the scene.

The vehicle received extensive damages and it was towed from the scene by Douty's Tow of Butler, Missouri.



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Butler Police Department Activity Report 2/19-2/25-2018

02/19/2018  
Vandalism report N Bus. 49

Animal complaint  Vine and Bus 49

Animal complaint Longsinger

Traffic assist Mullinax

911 miss dial Gale Lane

Keep the peace 112 S High

Medical assist 400 block of W Mill

02/20/2018  
Well being check Wal Mart

Disturbance N Maple

Disturbance High and Dakota

Alarm 1100 block of W Ft Scott

02/21/2018  
C and I driver Grade School area

Animal complaint 300 block of W Clark

Traffic assist Ft Scott and Orange

Warrant service Pine and Orange

Animal complait 400 block of N Main

Well being check Rose lane

Alarm 1100 block of W Ft Scott

02/22/2018  
Animal complaint S Park

Theft report 110 S Willow

Walk in theft report

911 hang up East Mill

02/23/2018  
Animal complaint Wix Lane

C and I driver call Mill and Bus 49

Medical assist 800 block of W Pine

Speak to Officer

C and I driver High and Dakota

Warrant service Fulton and Pine

Open door 200 block of N Main

Accident W-52 in front of Sonic

Well being check

Theft from vehicle 300 block of E Dakota

02/24/2018  
Well being check Super 8

Attempt to locate

Alarm Family Center

911 hang up 1000 block of W FT Scott Medical

Assist DFS

Accident Fran and Ft Scott

02/25/2018  
Theft report S Bus 49

Keep the peace Cedar Lane

Noise complaint S Park

Bates County Museum Show & Tell Gathering

The Bates County Museum will host the annual Show & Tell Gathering on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 10:00 am in Robertson Hall. A Donation Luncheon will follow the program. 

The Museum will be open for tours and this will be a good chance for you to check-out the new Museum Gift Shop.

Everyone is invited to bring a family heirloom, a treasured item from your past, a mystery object, or anything else to share that day. Often the stories that accompany the objects just as interesting as the items themselves. We never have any idea what’s going to come through the door that day!

A brief Society business meeting will take place before the program begins. We will say goodbye to two Board members who have served the allowed six years, vote and elect the 2018 Board members, and finally hear a brief ‘State of the Society’ report.

Plan to join us if you can. It’s a great tradition and a wonderful way to begin the Museum’s 57th season of Preserving Our History & Sustaining Our Heritage!

From The Louisburg Kansas Police Department

The Louisburg Kansas Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying the following two male subjects in reference to an ongoing theft investigation.

If you are able to identify either of these subjects please contact the Louisburg Police Department at 913-837-3191 or send a message via Facebook messenger. And remember your tip will remain anonymous. Thanks in advance.

Warm Temperatures Arrive

If you're a fan of warmer weather, just look at it! Temperatures 10 to 15 degrees above normal are expected over the coming days. The next chance of rain, including a few thunderstorms, will arrive late Tuesday into Wednesday night.

Amoret man injured in Bates County Crash

On 2/23/18 around 11:20am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County responded to a two vehicle accident in the southbound lanes of I-49 around mile marker 138.2.

The Missouri State Highway says the accident occurred when the 2000 Ford Ranger driven by 80 year old William H. Dunlap of Amoret, Missouri was struck in the rear by the 2012 Peterbilt driven by 39 year old Jedariah D. Stipp of Joplin, Missouri.

Mr. Dunlap sustained moderate injuries in this accident and he was transported by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

The Ford Ranger sustained extensive damages and it was towed from the scene by Don's Tow of Butler, Missouri.


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Obituary - Ted R. Thomas

Ted R. Thomas, 78, Freeman, Missouri died Sunday, February 25, 2018 at the Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO. 

Funeral services will be 10:00am Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, Missouri. The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 27, 6:00-7:30pm, at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. 

A masonic service will follow the visitation at 7:30pm at the funeral home. Burial in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri. Contributions may be made to the Kansas City Hospice House. An updated obituary will be added when it becomes available.

Obituary - Goldie L. Cunningham

Goldie L. Cunningham, 95, Harrisonville, Missouri, died Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Crown Care in Harrisonville. 

Funeral services will be 3:00pm Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. 

The family will receive friends 2:00-3:00pm Tuesday at the chapel. 

Burial in Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville. An updated obituary will be added when it becomes available.

Rollover Accident Near Drexel

Around 11:58 a.m. the Drexel Fire Department responded to a one vehicle roll over motor vehicle accident discovered by Drexel Fire on OO hwy just east of Nelson Rd.. unknown if any injuries no one was located on scene. Law Enforcement was aware of the accident.

((Photos courtesy of Captain Greene)

Updated Obituary - Jeane Chambers

Jeane Chambers, 87 of Butler, Missouri passed away February 24, 2018 at Serenity Care Center in Butler. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday, February 26, 2018 at Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009) in Butler with Rev. Marla Kash officiating. 

Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 PM at Mullinax Funeral Home. Interment will follow services in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Butler Home Improvement Club. Messages and memories for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Erma Jean (Eichler) Chambers was born March 23, 1930 in Cowgill, Missouri. She was the 11th of 15 children born to Lawrence and Nettie (McBee) Eichler. After being united in marriage to Gene Chambers, the couple moved to Butler where they would make their home. In the 1950s, they operated Gene and Jeane’s Café in Butler. Jeane would go on to become extensively involved in her community.

Much of what Jeane will be remembered for was detailed in her nomination for the 2004 Governor’s Adult Leadership Award, which she deservedly won, most likely due to her membership in many civic and social clubs. Jeane held every office including President in Beta Sigma Phi (remaining a member for 64 years) Butler Home Improvement Club, and Better Homes Club. She served as chairperson of the Community Betterment Beautification Committee where during her tenure, the club was dedicated to city beautification projects. She was a member of the Butler Assembly of God Church and was an active participant in church projects and activities.

Jeane structured her life to be a mentor and role model for young people. When her children were young, she opened her home to her children’s friends and provided an excellent example of family life. She and Gene hosted the first foreign exchange student in Butler. Jeane loved all of her family and each member was very important to her.

Her local volunteer efforts included the hospital’s pink lady program, the Youth Advocacy Center, the Senior Center, and Boy Scouts. Perhaps the most impressive of her volunteer contributions, however, is several years of volunteer work at the Nevada State Mental Hospital. To work there, she drove 70 miles round trip. Jeane’s leadership in the Community Betterment Beautification Committee in Butler is responsible for the decorative flower boxes on all four sides of the Butler square, a project Jeane organized to include the planting of these boxes throughout the seasons. The community takes pride in that collaborative project, which continues today. Jeane’s leadership was well received by the community, and the committee was asked to create other beautification projects throughout the city as well. The sense of pride in the community has definitely been influenced by the work of Jeane Chambers.

Jeane traveled throughout Europe to include Italy, and also Israel, but said that her greatest accomplishment was being baptized in the Jordan River. Jeane was competitive and put her all into everything she did to include water sports, bowling and golf. She was an avid basketball fan and enjoyed watching it every chance she had. She played bridge and belonged to several bridge clubs in Butler.

Jeane was kind-hearted, not someone who gossiped, and looked for the good in people and always lent a helping hand; yet she was also someone who spoke the truth at times even if you didn’t like it. Jeane’s love for God was great and she put Him first in her life. She wanted to spread the word that the only way to heaven is through Jesus Christ. Now she is in heaven with the Lord and her loved ones.

Jeane was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Gene Chambers, and three sons: James, Jerry and Jeffry. She is survived by her son Lawrence (Ann) Chambers of Gladstone, Missouri; daughter-in-law D’Lesia Chambers of Bolivar, Missouri; daughter Vicki (Curtis) Vail of Butler, Missouri; sister Donna Boxx of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; grandchildren Lori, Kyle Ane, Jessica, and Jonathan; and 10 great-grandchildren.