Obituary - Eugene Herbert Wirsig

The funeral mass for Gene will be held at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Clinton, Missouri.

The rosary will be said at 10:00 a.m. with visitation from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the church.

The officiant will be Fr. Jim Taranto.

The family suggests memorial donations be made to Holy Rosary School.

Eugene Herbert Wirsig passed away on February 26, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri at the age of 82 under the loving care of his daughter-in-law Tammy Wirsig R.N. and surrounded by his family. The son of Leo Herbert and Mattie (Tally) Wirsig, Gene was born on April 20, 1937. He spent his formative years in the Deepwater area, graduating from Deepwater High School in 1955.

Immediately following the completion of his education, Gene joined the Army National Guard, serving his country proudly. During these years he met Barbara Ann McElroy and they were married on March 9, 1963. To this union four children were born: David, Kim, Christopher, and Karen. He continued a lifelong calling in agriculture on the same land where he was born, working with his wife and children, where they operated a dairy farm and had row crops. The family operated Wirsig Dairy with home milk delivery. In 1988 he began a new career of team truck driving with his wife, where they enjoyed seeing the beautiful scenery throughout this country.

Gene was a very hard worker, who spent many hours happily laboring on his trucks. He also dearly enjoyed taking his antique John Deere tractors to pulls; so-much-so that he helped build and maintain a track in Deepwater, Missouri. He, his sons, and friends hosted many tractor pulls, where the entire community participated. He also enjoyed cheering on the Lakeland Vikings. Nevertheless, his family and especially his grandchildren were the most important part of his life. Gene was also a faithful and active member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Additionally, in his many years of trucking he eagerly attended many services across the country.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Mattie Wirsig; one brother, Lyle Wirsig.

He is survived by his wife Barbara; four children, David Wirsig, Kim (Paul) Krueger; Christopher (Tammy) Wirsig, and Karen Iszard; 12 grandchildren: Brandon, Logan (Brittany), Rebecca, Nikita, Christian, Brianna, Anna, Charles, Travis, Caleb, Pamelia, and Josh; three great-grandchildren: Brayden, Gracie, and Ellie; three sisters, Mina Dell Lacy, Ruth Roth and Dixie (Gerald) Atchison; and one special daughter-in-law, Pam Straw and her daughter Megan.

Kansas City man arrested in Bates County

On 2/29/20 around 12:40am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 29 year old Wilbeto Ramirez-Lorenzo of Kansas City, Missouri.

He was arrested for 1.) Felony Driving While Intoxicated - Prior Offender.

Mr. Ramirez-Lorenzo was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and placed on a 12 hour detox hold.

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.

Harrisonville teen injured in Cass County Crash

On 2/29/20 around 10:30am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies and Harrisonville Fire responded to a one vehicle accident on Main Street and E.272nd Street in Harrisonville.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2002 Lexus RX driven by 19 year old Dominic E. McCoy of Harrisonville, Missouri traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck a sign, the vehicle then traveled into the southeast side of a residence before coming to rest.

Mr. McCoy sustained minor injuries in this accident and he was transported by Harrisonville EMS to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

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

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Stolen vehicle recovered in Nevada

Obituary - Jenna Annalea (Jenna "bean”) Yates

Jenna Annalea (Jenna "bean”) Yates, 12, of Strasburg, Missouri, was born, September 10, 2007, in Independence, Missouri, the daughter of Ernest R. and Kara L. (Hale) Yates. She departed this life, Tuesday, February 25, 2020, alongside her brother as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Jenna "bean" was a sixth grade student in the Strasburg C-3 School district where she carried a 4.0 grade average, served as President of the Student Council, was a member of the S.T.E.M. Club, played Saxophone in the band, and was part of the Women’s Ensemble choir. She loved singing and performing; most recently performing in the Strasburg Talent Show, Pleasant Hill Talent Show, and the Pleasant Hill Railroad Days. She was an empathetic, kind, and caring, person and often running lemonade stands raising money for various causes close to her heart. She was active, outgoing, and would light up the room when she walked in.

Jenna "bean" is survived by her parents, Ernie and Kara Yates of Strasburg; paternal grandparents, Thomas and Linda Yates of Pleasant Hill; maternal grandmother, Sharon Hale of Independence; paternal grandfather William Hale of Mound City, Missouri; paternal aunts, Stephanie (and George) Monahan, and Jennifer (and Bob) Bresnahan, both of Blue Springs; maternal aunt, Brea (and Joseph) Burks of Independence; paternal cousins, Alex Monahan, Evan Monahan, Ashlyn Bresnahan and Emma Bresnahan, all of Blue Springs; maternal cousin, Chanz Hale of Independence; her two canine companions, Porter and Memphis; other relatives and a host of many friends.

Visitation will be held 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Lone Jack Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Strasburg School District and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stanleydickeyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements: Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, 203 N. Armstrong St., Pleasant Hill, Missouri 64080 (816) 540-5550

Obituary - Thomas Russell Yates

Thomas Russell Yates, 16, of Strasburg, Missouri, was born December 23, 2003, in Independence, Missouri, the son of Ernest R. and Kara L. (Hale) Yates. He departed this life, Tuesday, February 25, 2020, alongside his sister as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Tommy was a sophomore at the Lone Jack C-6 School District. He was active in Mule football, wrestling, baseball, and was a percussionist in the band. Tommy never met a stranger and was an all around good friend to all; especially if you were the underdog. He was fun loving and had a hilarious sense of humor. He had just recently started his first job with Stever Towing.

Tommy is survived by his parents, Ernie and Kara Yates of Strasburg; paternal grandparents, Thomas and Linda Yates of Pleasant Hill; maternal grandmother, Sharon Hale of Independence; maternal grandfather, William Hale of Mound City, Missouri; paternal aunts, Stephanie (and George) Monahan, and Jennifer (and Bob) Bresnahan, both of Blue Springs; maternal aunt, Brea (and Joseph) Burks of Independence; paternal cousins, Alex Monahan, Evan Monahan, Ashlyn Bresnahan and Emma Bresnahan, all of Blue Springs; maternal cousin, Chanz Hale of Independence; his two canine buddies, Porter and Memphis; other relatives and a host of many friends.

Visitation will be held 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Lone Jack Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Strasburg School District and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stanleydickeyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements: Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, 203 N. Armstrong St., Pleasant Hill, Missouri 64080 (816) 540-5550

Diesel Mechanic needed in Butler

Obituary - Ruth E. Merchant

Ruth Evelyn Merchant, 91 of Nevada, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 at the Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada following a brief illness. Ruth was born on June 16, 1928 in Nevada to Frank and Dollie (Rapp) Howell. She was married to Lavern Merchant on March 12, 1955 in Nevada and he preceded her in death in 2002.

Ruth was a lifelong resident of Nevada. She was baptized in the Pine Street Baptist Church and attended Nevada High School. She worked as a seamstress at Key Work Clothes for 18 years and later at the Nevada State Hospital for 23 years until her retirement in 1992. Ruth was a longtime member of the Nevada Eagles and the BPO Elks Women’s Auxillary. In her younger years, Ruth enjoyed riding motorcycles, and camping, and loved being with her family.

Survivors include her three children, Karen Smith and her husband Eldon, Joplin, MO, Hank Merchant, Nevada, and Cheryl Peavler of Nevada, two sisters, Elaine Peavler, Nevada, Donna Patton and her husband Larry, Haysville, KS, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband Lavern, she was preceded in death by two sons, Steven Mitts and Ricky Merchant, and one brother, Frank Howell.

There are no services planned and a private committal will be held at Moore Cemetery.

Gilbert joins 1000 point club

Congrats to Drexel HS student Adam Gilbert for making and exceeding his 1000th point during play action last night. Job well done!

Position open at Miami R-1

Miami R-1 / Amoret, MO School is looking for a full-time 7-12 science educator for the 2020-21 school year. The district has shown significant improvement in student achievement in recent years and is committed to continuous school improvement that benefits the students, staff, and patrons of our community. Miami is a technology-rich where each student is provided a laptop. Miami School is currently on a 4-day student schedule, Tuesday through Friday. The District is located approximately 60 miles south of Kansas City in Bates County, MO. Applicants should hold a valid Missouri teacher certificate in subject and grade area, or be willing to achieve this in a timely manner. Applicants must pass a background check. Miami R-I School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Some Coaching assignments &/or Athletic Director are available, if interested.

*You must submit a Miami Certified application to be considered for the position. https://www.miamir1.net/employment.html
Facebook only applications will not be accepted.

Miami Students of the Month

Miami Students of the Month-Jeremiah Johnston, Audrey Clayton, Preston Schmidt (not pictured), and Kayla Gabel

Obituary - Jerry McLallen

Jerry D. McLallen, age 65, died at Clinton Healthcare and Rehab Center, Clinton, MO, on February 25, 2020.

Jerry was born on November 23, 1954, to Glenda McLallen in Kansas City, Missouri.

Jerry graduated High School, never married and was a Supervisor at Rival Manufacturing here in Clinton for many years.

Jerry is survived by Ronetta (Gregory) Denison, Norman Beasley, Bernetta (Aaron) Roberts, Shayne (Janet) Burkett, Chad (Malinda) Burkett, Amy (John) Carr, Priscilla (Scott) Braun, Cody Roberts, Kieth Roberts, Marjorie McMillin, Monty McLallen, many more family members and friends.

Jerry was preceded in death by his mother Glenda McLallen, uncle and aunt Clarence and Francine Burkett, and grandmother Bernice McLallen.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Obituary - Zoe Rene Bishop

Zoe Rene Bishop, 89 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Thursday, Feb-ruary 27, 2020 at New Mark Care Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Visita-tions will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Gashland United Methodist Church, 7715 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, Missouri 64118 and from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Friday, March 6, 2020, also at the church. 

Funeral Services will follow at 11:00 am Friday. Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Friday, March 6, 2020 at Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, Missouri. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Old Pueblo Chapter DAR or Pleasant Hill Historical Society. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Zoe Rene Bishop was born January 21, 1931, the daughter of Robert Earl and Hazel Irene Warner Nicholls. Zoe grew up on her parents’ farm south of Pleas-ant Hill, MO. Her maternal grandparents were John Jefferson and Anna May Warner and her paternal grandparents were William Thomas and Lettie Ann Nicholls.

A retired teacher of 33 years in the Missouri school system. Zoe was a member of the Daughters of American Revolution and organizing member of the Old Pueblo Chapter in Tucson, AZ., where she spent 14 years after retire-ment. She was a member of the Ashland United Methodist Church in North Kansas City after relocating from Tucson, AZ. in 2014. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with family, meeting new people, camping and was an avid reader.

Zoe was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, William Earl and John Warner Nicholls, her sister Maeletta Erelene Smith, and her daughter Vera

Lynn Hatch. She is survived by her children, Vickie L. Bishop, V. Lolita Whit-worth, and Velma L. Butler and husband Steven. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Renee D. Boley (Trey), William I. Stuecken (Kerri), Amanda Freidline (Louis), Allen Hatch (Shannon), Chris Whitworth (Jessica), and Taylor Whitworth, along with a great-grandchild Jordan Boley.

Missouri Century Farms Honored At Annual University Extension Dinner

Picture Kalyn: Kalyn Eckhoff, 4-H West Central Region Representative gave a short program at the evening

Picture Schapeler: The Motheral/Black/Schapeler Family was recognized as a Century Farm

Picture Swickhamer: Sara Bridgewater (far left), Bates County Engagement Specialist pictured with the Swickhamer Family being recognized as a Century Farm

(BUTLER, MO—February 27, 2020)— Monday, February 24, 2020, the annual Bates County Extension dinner was held at Frontier Village in Adrian, Missouri, with Linda Howard catering the meal.

Guests for the evening included Kalyn Eckhoff, 4-H West Central Regional Representative; Missouri Century Farm honorees— Motheral/Black/Shapeler family and Swickhamer family.

Special recognition was given to outgoing Extension Council members Jerry Ferguson and Marilyn Duckworth (not present).

New Council member, Gwen Ford and Abby Salazar was sworn in by Marlene Wainscott. The other Council members include: Brian Gillis, Hope Campbell, Sharon Arnold, Shannon Crawford, Myra Colin, Libby Foster, Larry Hacker, and Missy LanCaster.

Special presentations were made to the Missouri Century Farm honorees. Bates County honored four Missouri Century Farms: Motheral/Black/Schapeler Farm, a 160-acre farm acquisitioned in 1861—owned by Wayne and Josephine Schapeler; Swickhamer Farm, a 80-acre farm acquisitioned in 1919—owned by L. Merle and Carol Swickhamer Trust; Martin Rapp Farm, a 100-acre farm acquisitioned in 1875—owned by Margaret Sunderland (not present); and Link Farm, a 240-acre farm acquisitioned in 1903—owned by Kathryn Ann Peterson (not present).

The Missouri Century Farm program's history dates back to 1976 as a result of the Missouri Committee for Agriculture. One activity that was initiated by the committee was the "Centennial Farm" project, which awarded certificates to persons owning farms that had been in the same family for 100 years or more. Interest in the program continued after 1976. The College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources and University of Missouri Extension planned a 10-year update in 1986 called the "Century Farm" program. This program has been sustained as a yearly event with over 100 farms recognized each year. In 2008, the Missouri Farm Bureau became a program co-sponsor.

Auction in Hume Missouri

⏰ It's almost Sale Time! ⏰

👉 Come out for a Sale Preview tomorrow, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 AM-5 PM.

🚗 Sale will be held at 14366 SW Co Rd 3988 Hume, MO. This address is GPS recognizable.

Don't miss this sale, Monday, March 2nd at 9:00 AM!!

💻 Unable to join us onsite? Register, view and bid online at www.proxibid.com.

❓ Questions call Jim, Brian or Todd Hertzog.

See you there!!

City of Harrisonville is currently accepting bids for the 2020 Sidewalk and Curb Program

BID POSTING: The City of Harrisonville is currently accepting bids for the 2020 Sidewalk and Curb Program.

The deadline to submit a sealed bid is 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 26. For more information about the project, 

visit>> http://harrisonville.com/241/Bid-Postings

Reception for Butler Library Director Tifany Fugate

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A winning Show Me Cash ticket worth $194,000 was purchased at Rush Hour 2, 1101 E. 171st St., in Belton.
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Obituary - John David Rainwater

John David Rainwater, 77, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. No services scheduled at this time.

A full obituary will be posted when it is available.

One tased and arrested in Butler

Andrew Winters

A big thank you from Jackwagon BBQ

We want to say a huge Thank You this morning to the Butler Fire Department and the Adrian Fire Department for responding to our call for help. We also want to say Thank You to Jami Page for calling when she noticed an abnormal amount of smoke coming from our smoker area. On arrival the smoker had glitched and an overflow of wood in the fire area. This caused an unusually larger fire in the chamber where the meat is. The fire was contained in the smoker and the fire department was requested out of an over abundance of caution.

The good news is we will be open today as usual. Please cut us some slack as we are a little behind on our schedule but we will still be open.

We are a humorous family and I think our daily special will represent that fact. Thanks for the community support!

Chad

Fire Press Release:

https://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2020/02/smoke-on-square-this-morning.html

Obituary - Don E. Evans

Don E. Evans, age 69, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Sunrise Home, Scottsdale, AZ. Memorial services will be held Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11 AM at Vansant-Mills Chapel with visitation one hour prior. The family suggests memorial contributions to Kennedy's Disease Association and may be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories may be left at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Donald Eugene Evans entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the morning of February 24, 2020 with his children by his side. He was born in a small town in Chanute, Kansas on Sept 7, 1950. He battled Kennedy’s disease since his diagnosis in 2005. He was originally given 2 years to live and fought hard for 13+ years.

Don was a man of convicted faith who believed the truth of the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. So much that he would later be disciple and become a Deacon and Sunday school teacher. Don’s greatest testimony of faith though was in that he lead his family by example in generosity, gratitude, grace and most importantly endless unconditional love.

Don is survived by his 2 brothers- Ron and Tom, 2 sister-in-laws Connie and Patti. His big brother and best friend Bob passed away 9 months ago in Kansas. He also has 7 children- son Courtney (dear one, Katie, previous daughter-in-law Tracy), daughter Desiree, son Lance, daughter Shauna, son Mike, son Travis, daughter-in-law Amanda, and son Derek. Don has 13 grandchildren- Cendall, Chloe, Gracie, Zack, Kyle, Gianna, Nikita, Nick, Emma, Brooks, Alexsis, Gabby, Abram, and Corbin.

Don also leaves behind countless friends whom he considered his extended family.

He was an avid sports fan. You could always catch him in front of a TV any time his beloved Jayhawks were playing. His normal attire was pants and one of his many Kansas Jayhawks shirts, jackets, or hoodies. Recently he watched his Kansas City Chiefs win their 2nd Super Bowl. He was proud that he watched both super bowl wins which were separated by 50 years. Not only was he an avid sports fan, he was a great athlete as well. Anyone close to him has heard many stories of his legacy in Madison playing basketball, baseball, football and golf. Throughout his golfing years, he had 3 hole in one’s. He might have a record for being the only person ever to be cursing that he hit a bad shot as his makes a hole in one.

Don will be greatly missed by everyone that has crossed his path.

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

Obituary - Leslie Young

Leslie Young, age 56, passed away Monday, February 25, 2020 at Research Medical Kansas City, MO. Visitation will be held Monday, March 2, 2020 from 6pm-8pm at Vansant-Mills Chapel. Graveside service will be Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 11am at Englewood Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions go to the Clinton Animal Shelter and may be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Leslie R. Young of Clinton, Mo. Passed away on 02/25/202 at Research Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. She was born June 12, 1963 in Farmington, Missouri. On 10/12/1996 she married Ronald Young at their home near Clinton, MO. He survives of the home.

When she was younger she loved spending time at her grandparents home. She worked at a factory in Farmington, Missouri running an industrial embroidery machine which she loved. When she moved to Clinton, Missouri she worked for Creative Screen Printing. She then became a caregiver for her mother-in-law until the time of her death.

Although Leslie and Ron had no kids of their own they kept their house full with toy poodles that they spoiled rotten and treated just like their kids. She also loved to cook and grow brightly colored flowers at their home. She will always be remembered for her sense of humor and her loving giving nature and she will be missed by all.

Among survivors are her daughter Amy Tatom of Sour Lake, Texas. Sisters: Terry and husband Doug Bloom of Farmington, Mo., Paula and husband John Graff of Portage Des Sioux, Mo., Dana and Tim Trahan of Sour Lake, Texas. Sister in-Laws Sandy and husband Gary Doll, Urich, Mo., Marsha and husband Donald Cook of Clinton, Mo. and Kathy Roos of Clinton, Mo. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother Wanda Pirtle and stepdad Jim Pirtle, her mother and father-in-law, Lloyd and Elizabeth Young.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home.

Obituary - Robert W. Masters

Robert Wesley Masters, 54, of Carthage, MO formerly of Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday February 25, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, MO.

Family and service information will be announced at a later time.

Jeff Weber seeing re-election as Cass County Sheriff

Give the Gift of Life next week

Electric City Downtown: Get involved!

Interested in learning more about our committees or getting involved?

Join us tomorrow (Thursday, February 27th)
Promotions Committee will meet at 5:30 PM and
Economic Vitality will meet at 6:30 PM in the ECD Office, accessible from the North doors of The Pennell.

Stay tuned as we update our page to include information about the My Community Matters Grant and future meetings!

More here- https://www.facebook.com/Theelectriccitydowntown

Smoke on the square this morning

Smoke emanating from the south side of the square this morning was concerning, however the cause turned out to be minor in nature. A smoker located at the back of Jackwagon BBQ got out of control but firefighters remedied the situation in short order. The scene has been cleared, and the restaurant is open for business as usual.

Editor's note- we're guessing there might be a special today....very burnt, burnt ends?!?

Bingo fundraiser in Amsterdam this weekend

Pedestrian killed in Bourbon County Kansas

On 2/26/20 around 4:43am the Kansas State Highway Patrol responded to a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle on Northbound US 69 Highway at Arrowhead Road ( Mile marker 54.9) in rural Bourbon County Kansas.

The Kansas State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2005 Dodge Durango driven by 26 year old Stephanie L. Klepac of Girard, Kansas slide into the grassy median due to icy conditions, the vehicle went airborne and struck the pedestrian which was outside of his vehicle.

The pedestrian who was identified as 48 year old John R. Morris of Liberal, Missouri was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident and he was taken to Frontier Forensics.

The driver of the Durango wasn't injured in this accident. 

Obituary - John Edgar Guffey, Sr.

John Edgar Guffey, 73, of Archie, MO, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020 at the Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, MO. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 2, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, with a visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, Missouri. Memorial contributions are suggested to Gower Convalescent Center to the order of John Guffey account.

John was born February 9, 1947 in Adair County, Iowa, the son of Grover and Norma Jean (Glospie) Guffey. John married Wanda Sue Cox on March 13, 1971, they enjoyed 42 years of marriage before her passing in June of 2013. To this union, they had four children: John, Christina, Angela, and Kevin. John spent his career working for Honeywell as a Plater and Foreman, retiring in 2009. John enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and playing the guitar. His special time was spent with his wife, Wanda, going on trips, spending time at the lake, and going on cruises.

John was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wanda Guffey; his son, John Guffey, Jr.; his daughter, Angela “GiGi” Guffey; and his brother, Melvin. He is survived by his daughter, Christina Hawkins; his son, Kevin Guffey; 6 grandchildren: Sherry Laughlin, Sarah Kirby, Danell “D.J” Guffey, Jessica Guffey, Megan Guffey, and Tenisha Guffey; several great-grandchildren; his sisters: Betty and Mary; and his brother, Richard.

Henry County Route H CLOSED West of Montrose Feb. 28 For Pipe Replacement Work

Henry County Route H CLOSED West of Montrose

Friday, Feb. 28, For Pipe Replacement Work

What: Henry County Route H CLOSED between County Road SW-1601 and South Deepwater Creek west of Montrose

When: 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday, February 28

Details: MoDOT crews replacing a deteriorating drain pipe underneath the road

Traffic Impacts:

• Henry County Route H CLOSED only where crews are set up working
• Drivers will be able to get to driveways and entrances on either side of the work zone, but will not be able to travel through the work zone
• Drivers urged to find alternate routes. No signed detours are planned.
• Electronic message boards located near the planned road work will alert drivers to any changes in the work schedule
• Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

(Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule)

Obituary - Kenneth Dean Silver

Memorial services for Kenneth Silver will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 6, 2020 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri.

Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. Friday at Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to Fund for Faith Silver. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Kenneth Dean Silver, 88 of Nevada, Missouri passed away after a very short illness on Thursday, February 20, 2020. 

Kenny was born on June 21, 1931 in Haxtun, Colorado to Ira & Hazel Silver. He grew up with 13 siblings. Kenny married the love of his life, Thelma Kendrick on January 18, 1963 in Oklahoma, and she survives of the home.

Survivors in addition to his wife and very special granddaughter Faith, include one sister, Philis of Atchison, Kansas; 6 known grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews to which he truly felt something unique and special about each and every one. Not to mention the countless others that held very special places in his heart. Most of knew him simply as “Pops.” We can’t forget his 2 girlfriends, Tammy and Janet, as well as his other daughter/sister-in-law, Cissy. He was proceeded in death by his parents; all 3 of his children, Kenny Jr, Tammy and Tim; 12 Siblings; and a step grandson.

Bettels announces run for assessor

Carl Bettels

I have officially signed up to run as your Bates County Assessor.

I am a graduate of Butler High School and a 4th generation farmer. I have been an active member of the Bates County Cattlemen for over 25 years serving as Treasurer, Vice President and President. I also served as Director of Missouri Cattlemen Association for 10 years and served on the MCA Beef House Committee for three years.

I am an active member of the St. Patrick’s Church in Butler serving on the Parish Council for over 10 years and co-chair for the annual Lenten Fish Fry’s.

I appreciate all the support and encouragement that I have received from the community and I look forward to the opportunity to serve Bates County.

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Heads up from Liberty Utilities...

ATTENTION CUSTOMERS - SCAM ALERT! We have been made aware of customers receiving an automated call threatening disconnection if a return call to a bogus phone number is not made within half an hour. Liberty Utilities is NOT making these calls. 

Please call our Customer Service number at 800-206-2300 if you receive this call or have any concerns regarding your service.

Obituary - Kenneth Ray McWhorter Sr.

Funeral services for Kenneth Ray McWhorter Sr. will be 11 a.m. Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. Saturday at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Good Shepherd Hospice. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Kenneth Ray McWhorter Sr., age 79 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, February 24, 2020 at Medicalodge in Butler. He was born March 21, 1940 to Owen Wesley and Oscarine Kizzee McWhorter in Morris, Illinois.

Kenneth, affectionately known as Jake, was one of ten children He grew up in Lexington, Illinois where he attended school. On December 14, 1957 he was united in marriage to Sharon Lea Lommatsch and to this union three children were born. In his early years, Kenneth worked at Pontiac Chair Factory. Kenneth later settled in Raytown where he owned and operated Accent and Design Upholstery for 38 years.

Kenneth enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and collecting antiques. He loved his family and grandchildren

Kenneth is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sharon McWhorter of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Kenneth Ray McWhorter Jr. and wife Cindy of Butler, Missouri and Daniel A. McWhorter and wife Tara of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; a daughter, Connie Knight and husband Kenneth of Raytown, Missouri; three brothers, William McWhorter and wife Laverne of Salina, Kansas, James McWhorter and wife Sheila of Luling, Texas and David McWhorter of St. Louis, Missouri; three sisters, Sandra Smith and husband LeRoy and Libby Ahrens, all of Pontiac, Illinois and Ruth Bartuska and husband John of Burlington, Wisconsin; brother-in-law, Michael Lommatsch and wife Teresa of Bloomington, Illinois; three sisters-in-law, Kathy Johnson, Ruth McWhorter and Carol Fitzsimmons; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Charles and Owen; and one sister, Patty.