Obituary - Neal Moles

Neal Moles, 73 of Drexel, Missouri departed this life July 26, 2019. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Mullinax Funeral Home – Drexel Chapel (660-679-0009) in Drexel, Missouri with Greg Mullinax officiating. 

Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 AM at the Chapel. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery near Drexel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Christopher and Gavin Moles Memorial Scholarship Fund. Messages and memories for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Neal was born September 14, 1945 to Lester and Virginia (Ackerley) Moles. He graduated from Adrian High School in 1963. After high school he attended college, and was then drafted into the Marine Corps.

Neal spent most of his life driving a truck. In 2014 he retired to enjoy going to sporting events and talking about sports, something he dearly loved.

He was preceded in death by his father Lester Moles, his mother Virginia Ferguson, step-father Jim Ferguson, father-in-law Taylor Mills, mother-in-law Ellen Mills, and his grandsons Christopher and Gavin. He is survived by his wife Peggy, four children, 11 grandchildren, three great-grandsons, 3 siblings, and many additional family members and friends.

Update: Adrian woman seriously injured in Bates County Crash

On 7/27/19 around 12:15pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies, Bates County EMS and Adrian Fire Department responded to a crash on CR NE 14004 just east of T Highway in rural Bates County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2000 Ford F-250 driven by 18 year old Issac D. Kagarice of Adrian, Missouri was making a right hand turn and was struck by the 2010 Honda CRV driven by 32 year old Brittany A. Moorehead of Adrian, Missouri.

Brittany A. Moorehead sustained serious injuries in this accident and she was transported by Life Flight Eagle to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri for treatment.

The Honda was totaled and towed from the accident scene by Adrian Tire.


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Obituary - Ernie Jo Ann Shideler

E. Jo Ann Shideler, 84 of Drexel, Missouri passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Promise Healthcare in Overland Park, Kansas. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Friday, August 2, 2019 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (660-679-0009). A visitation will be held Thursday, August 1, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm also at the chapel in Drexel. Burial will follow services in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Ernie Jo Ann Shideler was born September 30, 1934 in Wynona, Missouri to Ernest and Mary Entenmann Smith. She grew up in Hardin, Missouri and graduated from Hardin High School in 1952. She then continued her education at the Trinity Lutheran Nursing School, graduating in 1955. On February 28, 1964 Jo Ann was united in marriage to Larry Shideler at the Drexel United Methodist Church. 

Throughout Jo Ann’s life she would work in many healthcare facilities as a Registered Nurse. She worked for Children’s Mercy Hospital, Whitman Air Force Base, Cass Regional Hospital, Susan B. Allen Hospital in Eldorado, Kansas, She was a school nurse at one time in Eureka, Kansas, a Public Health nurse in Arkansas City, Kansas, the VA Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, and after working 12 years at the VA Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado she would retire in 1994.

Jo Ann loved to travel especially in the motorhome. She also enjoyed her time and friends that she met while wintering in the Texas Rio Grande Valley. Family was important to Jo Ann and she adored her grandchildren.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents, step-father JW Freeman, grandson Michael Rogers, uncle Tom Hilton, aunt Juanita Hilton, and cousin Sherry Simpson.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years Larry Shideler of Drexel, MO., daughter Cynthia Kline and husband William of Aurora, MO., son Michael Keith Rogers and wife Linda of Raytown, MO., grandchildren, Alan Scott Fawbush, Donald Fawbush, James Rogers, Michelle Wilson, and Tina Ford. She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and by her sister Rita Reynolds and husband Roger of Norbourne, MO, brother John Freeman and wife Judith Ann of Butler, MO., along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, extended family members and dear friends.

Obituary - Myrna Reynolds McCarthy

Myrna Reynolds McCarthy, of East Lynne, Missouri was born August 8, 1936 in Urich, Missouri the daughter of Wilbur and Dorothy (Yates) Reynolds. She departed this life on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her home surrounded by family at the age of 82 years, 11 months and 17 days.

Myrna was employed at Western Electric in Lee’s Summit, Missouri for 30 years. She was co-founder of Big Creek Southern Railroad in Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Reynolds.

Myrna is survived by her son, Roger Richter, East Lynne, Missouri; a granddaughter, Sylvia Richter; two great-grandchildren, Catarina and Donovan Richter; other relatives and friends.

Cremation. No services scheduled at this time.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Multiple vehicle accident in Bates County

The Adrian Fire Department is on scene of a three vehicle accident with injuries on Missouri 18 Highway near CR 14004 in Bates County.

Life Fight Eagle is on the ground at the accident scene and one person is being transported at this time.

Please use caution if you must travel in this area and Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us at a later time.


This Story Has Been Update:
https://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2019/07/update-adrian-woman-seriously-injured.html

Lots of Action on the Harrisonville Square

Join us, Saturday July 27th on the historic Harrisonville Square for the 2nd Annual Antique Tractor Show & Farmers Market!

This free, family-friendly day will feature lots of old fashioned fun!

Obituary - Deborah L. Wolford

Deborah L. Wolford, age 62, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, Clinton. 

Memorial services will be 3PM, Sunday, July 28 at Northeast Baptist Church, Clinton. Visitation will be 2-3PM prior to service. 

Family suggests memorial contributions to Heartland Hospice and may be left in care of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences and fond memories may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO.

Big thank you Jackwagons!

 Jackwagon BBQ would like to say Thank You to all of our supporters that came out last night and waited in line for our bbq. 

We love bbq and we love seeing happy faces.Thanks to the Chamber of Commerce for investing their time and efforts in our great community. This is what we saw the first couple of hours tonight. 

A line that wrapped around the corner! Great things are coming and we are proud to be part of this community!

Cruise Night around the historic Butler Square

The Butler Square was filled with vintage cars and great food last night for the Butler Chamber of Commerce Car Show! 

The show had 53 entries last night which was a record for the event. First place in show went to Derrek Bennett with his 1923 Ford T Bucket, 2nd place went to Harvey Griffith and his 1960 Chevrolet Impala and rounding out the top three was Chester Dotson and his 26 Ford Sedan. A big thank you to all the great food and awesome vendors that showed up to support this event. 

We have provided some photos for you below:

1st Place with a 1923 Ford T Bucket is Derrek Bennett 

2nd Place with a 1960 Chevrolet Impala is Harvey Griffith

3rd Place with a 1926 Ford Sedan is Chester Dotson

Two from Rich Hill injured in Cass County Crash

On 7/26/19 around 5:26pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies and Peculiar Police Department responded to one vehicle accident on northbound I-49 at mile marker 166.4 in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer driven by 59 year old Tammy J. Williams of Rich Hill, Missouri swerved to avoid a collision with a tractor trailer, the vehicle traveled off the roadway and overturned.

Tammy J. Williams along with a passenger in her vehicle 66 year old Jerald L. Williams of Rich Hill both sustained minor injuries in this accident and both were transported by ambulance to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene of the accident by Miller Tow.


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Butler Square is the place to be tonight!

Join the Butler Chamber tonight for the Car Show on the Butler Square from 6-9 p.m.

Obituary - Jeffrey Jay Harper

Jeffrey Jay Harper, 57, Raymore, MO, died Sunday, July 21, 2019 at his home. No services are scheduled at this time.

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

VBS at Immanuel Baptist Church In Butler

It’s time for Vacation Bible School at Immanuel Baptist Church! Bring your 3 year old through 6th graders starting Monday, July 29th at 6PM.

Each night will end at 8:30. The final night will be Friday, August 2nd 801 W Dakota St Butler, Missouri 64730

Flying in the wind again!

The American and the Missouri flags fly over the Butler Senior Center again after a short time of absence thanks to Gary Bollweg of Bollweg Electric and Ralph Allen Volunteer Veteran Leader. A new rope was bought from Corner Hardware. 

The flags were donated by Representative Patricia Pike. We are grateful for the dedication of those who support the Butler Senior Center in our commitment to this great nation! - Courtesy of the Butler Senior Center

Obituary - JoAnn Frances Gerant

JoAnn Frances Gerant, 76, Peculiar, Missouri departed this life on Thursday, July 25, 2019 surrounded by love and family at the Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville, Missouri.

She is survived by her husband, Mike Gerant of the home; a son, Michael Gerant Jr. and wife Sheila, Peculiar, Missouri; a daughter, Jennie Gonzalez and husband Alfredo, Raymore, Missouri; 5 granddaughters, JoAnna, Rebecca, Jacqueline, Kaitlyn and Jessica; her mother, Jennie Fontaine, Harrisonville, Missouri; other relatives and many friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:30 a.m., Friday, August 2, 2019 at the Dickey Funeral Home with inurnment in the Peculiar Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri following the service.

Family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., Friday, August 2, 2019 at the funeral home.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Kansas City Hospice.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Butler Bears Football Camp In Full Swing

The Butler Bear Football team had a great two day contact camp yesterday and today with Lamar, Clinton and Lockwood. Everyone that attended is in the pic. Great days to be a bear!#punchtheclock

Hume woman injured in Bates County Crash

On 7/26/19 around 12:40am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County responded to a one vehicle accident on Route A and CR 8007 in rural Bates County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2013 Chevrolet driven by 49 year old Carol M. Thomas of Hume, Missouri traveled off the right side of the roadway,striking a road sign.

Carol M. Thomas sustained minor injuries in this accident and she was transported by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

The vehicle was towed from the scene of this accident by Don's Tow of Butler.


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Obituary - Daniel Ray Reighard

Daniel's wishes were to be cremated. Memorial services will be 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation will be prior to services from 3-4 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Daniel Ray Reighard, age 59 of Drexel, Missouri died Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at his home in Drexel. He was born April 19, 1960 to Bobby Leo and Helen Marie Cline Reighard in Kansas City, Missouri.

Daniel is survived by his wife, Kathy Reighard of Drexel, Missouri; two sons, Chris Reighard of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Joshua Beebe of Laconia, Hew Hampshire; a daughter, Stacy Lea Presley of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; one brother, Mike Reighard of Drexel, Missouri; one sister, Peggy Lerch of Drexel, Missouri; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Obituary - Eva Smith

Eva Smith, 62 of Butler, Missouri passed away, after a long battle with cancer, Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Butler Center. 

Funeral services will be 3:00 pm Sunday, July 28, 2019 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

A visitation will be held prior to the service Sunday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, also at the funeral home. Cremation will follow services. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Eva Marie Smith was born February 8, 1957 in Columbia, Missouri to Rudy and Lois Black Davidson. She grew up in Wellington, Missouri and graduated from Wellington High School. She was united in marriage to Norris Smith. Eva loved family. She was a devoted and loving mother, who raised two sons that she was very proud of. Her grandchildren meant the world to her, and she especially enjoyed spending time with each of them. Eva had a big heart and cared for everyone she loved in any way that she could. Anyone who knew Eva, knew that she was a die-hard KC Chiefs fan and loved her Alabama music!

Eva was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband Norris Smith, and, sister Carol Sue Shields. She missed each of them dearly. She is survived by her sons John Ganfield (Dawn McGinnis), and Brandon Smith (Whitney Jones), brother Jim Davidson (Paula), six grandchildren, Jayden Nichol McFalls, John Dewey Ganfield, Wylan Mac-Norris Ganfield, Kya LeeAnne Smith, Chris Schade, and Chelsey Schade. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

Be A Safe Swimmer!

Warm temperatures attract people of all ages to Missouri’s many lakes or rivers to go swimming and to cool off. Beating the heat in this manner is part of summer. “It’s fun to go swimming,” said Captain Matthew C. Walz, director of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Water Patrol Division, “but understanding the risks and taking proper precautions is important. It’s common for children and teens to overestimate their swimming ability, which is why adult supervision is so important.” 

The Patrol has been called to investigate 28 drowning incidents in Missouri so far this year. Most of these incidents are preventable. Water safety starts with understanding the risks of water activities and making good choices. Wear a life jacket, take a friend with you, know your swimming ability, and stay sober around water. Pay close attention to children around water. Please make good decisions when you are in or around water.

When you go swimming, know and respect your limits and don’t swim alone! Missouri’s lakes and rivers can include currents, drop-offs, and floating debris that make swimming more challenging. Exhaustion is a very real possibility if you’ve been swimming for a long period of time. don’t make the mistake of overestimating your swimming ability. A life jacket won’t help if you’re not wearing it. If you choose not to wear a life jacket, have one within reach.

When you’re swimming with a group, know the skill level of everyone. All swimmers are encouraged to use a life jacket, especially young children and inexperienced swimmers. Younger, inexperienced swimmers may become exhausted before they realize they are in trouble.

Avoid putting yourself at risk when trying to assist someone who is struggling in the water. Assist them by tossing a floatation device or extending an object to them. Keep yourself safe! If you do have to enter the water to assist them, always put on a life jacket first.

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In case you haven't heard, credit bureau giant Equifax had a data breach in 2017 and it potentially could affect about 150 million people. Are you one of them? You can find out by clicking the link below. 

If so, you may be entitled to your share of a $700 million settlement:

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Vandalism reported in Butler

Butler Bears Football Complex

On 7/25/19 the Butler Police Department took a report of vandalism at the Butler Football Field, South Park and South 71 Storage.

A unknown member of the community has offered a $500 reward for anyone with information.

If anyone has any information on this incident or any other vandalism incidents please contact the Butler Police Department at 660-679-6131.

Vandalism at South Park in Butler 

Vandalism at South 71 Storage Sheds in Butler 

Appleton City man injured after motorcycle strikes horse in the roadway

On 7/24/19 around 7:50pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in St. Clair County responded to a one vehicle motorcycle accident on B Highway around 6 miles west of Osceola, Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2016 BMW Motorcycle driven by 59 year old Russell K. Miller of Appleton City, Missouri struck a horse that was in the roadway.

Mr. Miller sustained moderate injuries in this accident and he was transported by ambulance to Citizen's Memorial Hospital in Bolivar, Missouri for treatment.

The motorcycle was totaled and towed from the scene of the accident by Bray's Towing of Osceola, Missouri.


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