Saturday, July 31, 2021

2021 Amsterdam Jubilee Car Show!



A Gold Medal Forecast

After today, we are looking at a gold medal forecast! Sunny and cooler weather returns!



Obituary - Sonja E. (Stewart) Kyral Utter

Sonja E. (Stewart) Kyral Utter, 79, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Sunday evening, July 25, 2021 at her home. She was born January 3, 1942 in Pacific Junction, Iowa, the daughter of Walter Stewart and Mary Susie (Etherington) Stewart.
She married Raymond James Kyral. They later divorced. She then married Winton S. “Ben” Utter. He survives of the home. Sonja was employed as a supervisor with Sears for many years. She was a member of the Catholic faith, enjoyed baking, cooking gardening and loved to sew. In addition to her husband, surviving are two sons, Raymond Dale Kyral, Jr., and wife Charlyne, Tempe, Arizona, and Danny James Kyral and wife Michelle, Harlingen, Texas; one daughter, Rhonda Lynn Kyral Fiest and husband Pete, Clinton, Mo.; five grandchildren, Danielle Kyral, San Antonio, Tx., Shane Kyral and wife Caressie, Harlingen, Tx., Devin Kyral, Harlingen, Tx., Allison Kyral, San Antonio, Tx., and Morgan Fiest, Clinton, Mo.; two great-grandchildren, Austin and Andrea, Brownsville, Tx.; two brothers, Walter Robert Stewart, Pacific Junction, Ia., and Donny Stewart, Glenwood, Ia.; one sister, Dorothy Jean Leaver, Bates City, Mo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters, Betty Lou Beam Stewart and Roberta Stewart. Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 6, 2021 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family suggests memorial contributions to Clinton Animal Rescue Endeavor (C.A.R.E.), or Wayside Waifs. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

Obituary - Jack L. Shears

Jack L. Shears, 78, of Harrisonville, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 30, 2021 at Golden Years in Harrisonville. 

A complete obituary and service information will be posted when the information becomes available.

Thunderstorms developing this afternoon and evening

Here are the most likely arrival times for afternoon and evening thunderstorms. A few storms may be severe with damaging winds, frequent lightning and locally heavy rainfall. If on area lakes or rivers today/tonight, keep an eye to the sky and remain weather aware

Update from Power Up Rich Hill 7/31



Beginning, Monday, August 2nd, Asplundh crews will begin trimming trees within the power line right-of-way in Rich Hill.

While we know this can cause concerns for residents, please know this process is necessary to increase the safety and reliability of your power supply.

Please use caution when near the working crews and allow them to be able work safely throughout town.

Friday, July 30, 2021

Welcome to the family!

Help us welcome Shelby Glasscock to the Clinton School District! Shelby will be the guidance counselor at Henry Elementary and the head middle school track coach this school year.

Shelby, who is originally from Urich, MO, received a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Counseling from Southwest Baptist University, as well as a master's degree in Counseling from the University of Central Missouri. Shelby has served as a guidance counselor in the Montrose and Calhoun School Districts.

Shelby and her husband, Wade, recently celebrated four years of marriage. Wade is employed with the Clinton Fire Department. They have four dogs that they enjoy playing with outside. Shelby loves hiking, kayaking, fishing, hunting, gardening, playing with her niece and spending time with her family.

"I am excited to work in the Clinton School District because living in this community for the past four years has shown me how awesome and supportive Clinton is. I look forward to building relationships with my students and coworkers and making a home in the district."
Welcome to the district, Shelby!


Obituary - Bobbi Gaston

Funeral services for Bobbi Gaston of Archie, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 4 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 10 - 11 a.m. Wednesday at Schowengerdt Chapel. 

Cremation following services. Inurnment at later date in Jackson Cemetery, Krum, Texas. Contributions to ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Bobbi Berniece Gaston, age 71 of Archie, Missouri died Monday, July 26, 2021 in Archie. She was born March 25, 1950 to Robert Lester and Lydia Berniece Arnold McCall in Butler, Missouri.

Bobbi is survived by one son, Tracey Gaston and wife Cheryl of Denton, Texas; one daughter, Stacia Gaston of Denton, Texas; one sister, Patty Allen of Butler, Missouri; three grandchildren, Katrina, Billy and Ashleigh; several nephews and nieces; and beloved pet, Dusty. She was preceded in death by her parents; and three sisters, Sharon Horner, Linda Tanner and Doris Tanner.


Bates County COVID-19 Updates July 30, 2021

Bates County COVID-19 Updates
July 30, 2021
Positive Cases Reported: 1,647
Active & On Isolation: 78
Deaths (confirmed by death certificate): 39
Total Negative Tests Reported: 18,928 as of 7/29/21

Courtesy of Jody Welston
Bates County Health Center
501 N. Orange/PO Box 178
Butler, MO 64730
660-679-6108


Obituary - Scott Shearer

Scott Shearer, 47 of Butler, Missouri passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home in Butler. Cremation with a visitation to be held from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

A memorial service will follow at 3:00 pm Saturday, also at the funeral home. Inurnment will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald McDonald House. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Scott Kory Arthur Shearer was born July 22, 1974 in Glendale, Arizona to Gene and Coleen Derenburger Shearer. He spent the first part of his childhood in Phoenix, Arizona, until the family moved to Amoret, Missouri where he graduated from Miami High School in 1992. In 1998 Scott was united in marriage to Bridget Popplewell and to this union two children were born, Mariah R. Shearer and Gage Kory Shearer. Later, Scott would be united in marriage to Jeanette Cacias, and to this union two children were born, Sianna and Greyson Shearer. Scott worked for Church & Dwight for 11 years.

He was proud of his advancements and achievements he made during his career with the company. Beginning first as a temp employee and working his way up to full time. In 2016 Scott earned his Associates Degree in Business from Metropolitan Community College, this also helped to advance his career.

Scott was a very family oriented man, he enjoyed his kids and grandkids. His favorite times were those spent in the backyard grilling with family.

Scott was preceded in death by his father Gene Arthur Shearer, Jr., by his brother Gene Arthur, III, and by his paternal and maternal grandparents. He is survived by his wife Jeanette Shearer, daughter Mariah Shearer and significant other Maximilian Haas and their children Sylvia and Sophia Haas, by his son Gage Shearer and wife Lacy and their children Kimbry Ella and Easton Shearer, by his daughter Sianna Shearer, and his son Greyson Shearer, along with step-sons Jacob and Joshua Smith.

Scott is also survived by his mother Coleen Shearer-Smith, brother Paul Shearer, nephews Shay Wilson, Peyton Shearer, and Cameron Cantor. He also leaves behind many other nieces, nephews, and extended family members that he held dear.

The Museum Minute: More bad luck for Mrs. Brown

Courtesy of the Bates County Museum 802 Elks Drive, Butler Mo 64730 (660) 679-0134

Herrman’s Historical Happenings week of August 4th

1825 Frederick Bates (whom Bates County was named), Mo’s 2nd Governor, dies in the 10th month of his term, at his 1,000 acre estate in St. Louis County. His only act was to veto a bill that would prevent dueling in Mo.

1869 Lewis Dixon, a farmer South of Butler, reports an astounding yield of oats of 66 ⅔ bushels per acre.

1882 Mrs. Brown, in the Northwest corner of Bates Co, who lost all her crops in the recent storm, today had her house burn to the ground and all her belongings with it.

1883 The Bates Co Record Newspaper responds to the Hume News ‘poke’ at Butler “If the Hume News spent as much time in the interest of Hume as it has recently spent trying to get a bonus to move its operation to Walnut, it’d be better  thought of by it’s readers”.

1895 A rare sandstorm damages buildings in Rich Hill.

1944 The Amsterdam Community Club holds the annual picnic at Old Vinton, northeast of Amsterdam, with swimming and an excellent picnic lunch.

1946 The Bates County Farm Bureau has sprayed the towns of Butler, Rich Hill and Adrian with DDT. Butler took 800 gallons, while the other two took 400 gallons respectively.

1959 Jack Sivils opens a new sales pavilion on U.S. 71, across from Stephens Liquor Store. Dr. D.R. Hany, DVM, is the owner, Jim Nisely the clerk, & Oscar Baker the auctioneer, Butler.

1990 Josh Rogers and Deanna Dale are the Prince and Princess of the 48th annual Hume Fair.

2000 The Butler Area Chamber of Commerce makes master pancake maker Freeman Stanfill of rural Amoret, an honorary member. He has flipped pancakes all over the county for many worthwhile causes.




A quick snip and it's official...

The Butler Chamber of Commerce welcomed Revive Salon and Spa located at 309 N. Orange St. with a ribbon this week. Left to right: chamber member Kim Jacobs, chamber Executive Director Barbara Lawrence, member Gayle Alexander, Adaline Underwood, owner Dannette Underwood, Krista Bollweg, Barbara Brooks, chamber member Cheyenne Burton (behind), MaryBeth Jennings, Mary Markham and Denise Steuck.

Happy Retirement Renn!

Today we said goodbye and good luck to Renn. He is retiring after 30 years with Walmart.

We wish nothing but the best- and a lot of well earned relaxation for him.

Thanks, Renn, for 30 years of excellent service! - Courtesy of Butler Walmart


Obituary - Gloria “Joyce” Thompson

Gloria “Joyce” Thompson was born November 10, 1934, in Rusk County, Texas, the daughter of Violet Ella (Allen) Murphy and Elmer Leo Murphy. Joyce married Curtis Thompson on December 22, 1950, in Weatherford, Tx. They were married 68 years at the time of his passing in 2019.
She retired in 2001 as Postmaster for the Edwards, Mo., post office. After retirement, Joyce and Curtis enjoyed traveling all over the United States in the RV. They would often join their best friends, Colleen and Allen Pankratz, traveling the southern states together, enjoying beaches, collecting shells and playing games. After several years, Joyce and Curtis settled in Clinton, Missouri to be close to their children. Joyce took up jewelry making and loved shopping for beads and making beautiful pieces to sell. Her favorite color was sparkle and she loved all things sparkly. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Curtis Thompson; one daughter, Marcella Anne Thompson; parents, Elmer and Violet Murphy; 3 brothers, Maurice Murphy, Norman Murphy and Jack Murphy. Surviving Joyce are her children, Cindy Mills (Jon), Jennifer Brown, Claude Thompson (Lisa), and Anne Thompson (Jeffrey); eleven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and ten great-great-grandchildren. On Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at the age of 86, Joyce entered into the arms of Jesus with her daughters Annie and Jenny by her side. Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Interment will be in the Englewood Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.


Obituary - Juanita Ruth Baggerly

Juanita Ruth Baggerly, age 97, of Belton, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, with her son and daughter-in-law by her side.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri.

Juanita was born in Dana, Illinois on May 2, 1924 to Lewis Tucker and Ruth M. (Durban) Tucker. Juanita was a woman of strong Baptist faith throughout her life. She was joined in marriage with her late husband Harold Lester Baggerly in Ottawa, Illinois, on September 25, 1944, and together they were blessed with one son. Having many brothers and sisters of her own, family was such an important part of Juanita’s life, and she loved being a Grandma. For many years, Juanita and Harold were members of and faithfully attended services at the First Baptist Church of Raymore (now Faith Baptist Church). Each, having their own bible, Juanita had read hers from cover to cover multiple times. In life Juanita also enjoyed reading, gardening, and fishing (often out-catching all who were with her). But most of all, she loved to cook for others and often said she would have loved to have been a chef.

Juanita was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold Baggerly; parents, Lewis and Ruth Tucker; three brothers, Louis Eugene Tucker, Wayne Tucker, and David Tucker, sister, Lois Reynolds; and two brothers in law, Merle Hayes and Orris Reynolds.

She is survived by her son, Louis Gene Baggerly and daughter-in-law, Teresa; sister, Marilyn Hayes; four grandchildren, Shawna Baggerly (Brandon), Tonya Carter (Brian), Louis Tucker Baggerly (Haley), and Nathaniel Gene Baggerly; and eleven great grandchildren.

Juanita was always smiling and was a source of joy for those lucky enough to have known her.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or Faith Baptist Church (414 S Franklin ST, Raymore, MO 64083).

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278


Boil Water Advisory lifted for the city of Butler

The City of Butler has lifted the precautionary boil advisory. You may resume using water like normal. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.


Raymore man killed in Belton Crash

The Belton Police Department has identified the man involved in yesterday’s fatality crash as 52 year old Kevin L. Rogers of Raymore, Missouri.

The crash occurred in the 16100 block of the E Outer Rd. The department is still investigating. 

If you witnessed this crash you may contact Traffic Corporal Hitterman at (816) 348-4409. We will update with information when available.

Exciting news from the Adrian United Methodist Church

The Adrian United Methodist Church is excited to be opening the Kingdom Kids Early Childhood Center this fall, pending state agency requirements.

Our daycare services will include an all-around preschool curriculum focused on pre-k academics, social interactions, motor skill development and spiritual experiences. Our hours will be 7:00 - 5:00 p.m. to accommodate parent work hours.

If you are looking for good-quality daycare in a structured, opportunity-filled environment, please call 816-297-2310 to add your child to the waiting list! As soon as we know our projected start date, families on the list will be contacted and official registration will occur!

East Lynne woman injured in Cass County rollover accident

On July 29th around 9:55 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on Parris Road just north of Route P in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic driven by 32 year old Ashlie A. Schlauderaff of East Lynne, Missouri failed to stop at a stop sign causing her vehicle to travel through Route P and onto Parris Road. The vehicle then traveled off the right side of the roadway striking the ground and a road sign before overturning and coming to rest upright on its wheels. 

Ashlie A. Schlauderaff sustained moderate injuries in this accident and she was transported by Pleasant Hill EMS to Research Medical Center in Kansas City for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by J's Southland Tow of Raymore. 

View Crash Report Below:



Obituary - Bonnie Jean Noble

Bonnie Jean Noble, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at her home in Clinton, Missouri.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 4th, 2021 at the Appleton City Cemetery in Appleton City, Missouri. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

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


MoDOT News Release: Respect the Load. Share the Road

Respect the Load. Share the Road.
Commercial motor vehicle awareness campaign to run in August.

JEFFERSON CITY – Respect the Load. Share the Road. That’s the message you’ll be seeing across Missouri August 2-22 in a statewide campaign urging drivers to drive safely around large trucks and buses. In turn, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers will be reminded to obey traffic laws, use their seat belts, slow down and pay attention.

“There were 130 people killed involving a CMV in 2020, with over 80% being drivers or passengers of other vehicles,” said Jon Nelson, MoDOT assistant to the state highway and traffic engineer. “Please don’t risk your life by driving aggressively around big trucks and buses.”

Commercial motor vehicles make up 20% of Missouri’s interstate traffic, carry goods from coast to coast and are a vital part of our nation’s economy. They also provide critical services many Missourians rely on every day. When crashes involving CMVs happen, the disproportionate size of the large truck versus a car means those crashes can often involve serious injuries, or worse. Research shows that in most of these crashes, drivers of passenger cars unnecessarily endanger themselves by not paying attention and driving aggressively around CMVs. That’s why it’s so important for all motorists to drive safely around CMVs. Respect the Load. Share the Road.

The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety offers the following tips for driving safely around CMVs.

· Don’t cut off large trucks or buses. Make sure you can see both of the truck’s cab lights in your rearview mirror before moving back into your original lane.

· Stay out of the “No Zone.” Large trucks and buses have large blind spots on either side and up to 200 feet behind a vehicle. Pass only on the left side. Don’t linger in a blind spot. Do not tailgate large trucks and buses.

· Watch your following distance. Keep a safety cushion around large trucks. Can you see the truck’s side mirrors? If not, the driver cannot see you.

· Anticipate wide turns. Large trucks and buses need extra turning room.

· Be patient. Large trucks and buses accelerate slowly and may use speed limiters.

MoDOT continues to work toward a goal of zero roadway fatalities and urges all who travel in and around the Show-Me State this summer to buckle up, put the cellphone down, slow down and never drive while impaired. Whether driving through a work zone, sharing the road with motorcyclists or cruising around city streets with pedestrians in the area, slowing down and paying attention can help save lives.

For more information on commercial motor vehicle safety and Missouri’s new strategic highway safety plan, Show-Me Zero, and how everyone can participate, visit www.savemolives.com.

For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636)


Thursday, July 29, 2021

Obituary - Ronnie W. Radford

Funeral services for Ronnie W. Radford of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Visitation prior to services from 10 - 11 a.m. Monday, August 2 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Interment in Radford Cemetery, Spruce, Missouri. Contributions to the family. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Radford, age 61 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, July 27, 2021 from a motor vehicle accident in rural Butler, Missouri. He was born June 9, 1960 to George William and Waneta Foster Radford in Appleton City, Missouri.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Shauna Radford of Butler, Missouri; nine children, Tony Radford of Montrose, Missouri, Jesse Radford of Butler, Missouri, Vanessa Radford of Belton, Missouri, Trista Foulk and husband John of Raymore, Missouri, William Radford and wife Brianne of Belton, Missouri, Colyn Rae Chastain of Clinton, Missouri, Seth Galloway of Nevada, Missouri, Montana Radford of Butler, Missouri and Gabriel Radford and friend Journey of Butler, Missouri; 17 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.


Obituary - Elizabeth "Betty" Jean Murphy

Elizabeth Jean Standish Murphy (Betty), left this earth on July 23, 2021 from Kansas City Hospice House at the age of 101 yrs., 6 mos., 5 days. A celebration of life visitation will be held Saturday, August 21, 2021 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Beck Event Center, 201 S. Independence, Harrisonville, MO.

Betty was born and lived most of her life in Rosedale, KS (now Kansas City, KS) until relocating to Harrisonville, MO where she resided at Crown Care Center since 2014. Daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great-grandmother, (yes, 5 generations!), friend and co-worker, were just a few of the hats she wore in her lifetime. Employment consisted of numerous office positions, among them Jules Borel & Co. and most notably Studio DuVall's in Ward Parkway Shopping Center, owned and operated by her firstborn daughter, Sharon Welsh (deceased 1989).

The youngest of 9 children born to Arthur & Effie (Craine) Standish (deceased 1929 & 1969), she survived them all; married to Delbert J. Murphy (deceased 1981), together they raised 4 children - Sharon Welsh, Patricia Jurgeson (husband John), Cleveland, MO; Deborah Murphy, Belton, MO; Michael Murphy (wife Debra), Trophy Club, Texas; 5 grandchildren with 2 bonus grands, 10 great-grandchildren with 4 bonus greats, and 2 great-great-grandchildren with another to be born Oct. 2021 - all because two people loved each other.

Betty lived through World Wars (some right there at home!), the Great Depression, men on the moon, Polio to Covid 19 and so much more. Her love of gardening and boating created the most fabulous flower gardens with drift wood and rocks from Stockton Lake; bowling at Roe Lanes was highly competitive and a family tradition; caramel rolls and cream puffs were her specialty that rivaled any bakery; so many talents, from stained glass to creative handmade gifts for all occasions which blessed family, friends, and her other residents; classy, sassy lady with a bit of glitz and bling to her attire; hugs and blowing kisses defined her come and go; a member of Rosedale Congregational Church, she created children's story time (which was known to include a live lamb and baby chick to illustrate the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus); Florence Nightingale nursing qualities without the degree served us all so well; documented Standish descendant to Myles Standish (thanks to our historian, Deborah Murphy), an English military officer among the pilgrims on the ship Mayflower who played a leading role in Plymouth colony's foundation in 1620.

Some quotes that describe the essence of our Beloved:

'She lived with a mind and in a body that could not keep up with her spirit';

'To live in the hearts and memory of those left behind is to not die';

Motor vehicle accident west of Adrian on Missouri 18 Highway

On July 29th around 5:30 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Adrian Fire Department responded to a two vehicle accident on Missouri 18 Highway just east of FF Highway west of Adrian. 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2006 Ford F-350 driven by 31 year old Dwayne L. Morrison of Drexel, Missouri crossed the centerline and struck the 2017 Peterbilt driven by 51 year old Gregory E. McMillin of Blue Springs, Missouri after impact the Ford truck struck a tree and the Peterbilt traveled off the south side of the roadway and overturned. 

Mr. Morrison sustained minor injuries and refused medical treatment at the scene of this accident. Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by Adrian Tow and Liberty Tow.

View the Crash Report Below:




Obituary - Orlando Paul Ramirez

On Saturday, July 24th 2021, Orlando “Paul” Ramirez, the son of Rita Cruz Lopez, passed in his home in Mound City, Kansas at the age of 80.

Viewing will be held 9 am-10am and Funeral services will be 10am-11 am, August 3, 2021 at Carnes Brothers Funeral Home of Galveston and burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Galveston.

Paul was a long-time resident of Galveston, Texas and was the second eldest out of his seven siblings. Like his mother, Rita, he started his career working for Shipley’s in Texas City, alongside with his younger brother Alvino “Babe” Ramirez making donuts. He was widely known for being a huge Dallas Cowboy super fan and loved nothing more than to banter with the Houston Oiler fans in the early morning hours at Shipley’s. He loved listening to blues and oldies but goodies Dj’d by Babe, while making donuts and talking about the good old days. He was confident in his dancing skills, which could only be attributed to all the family parties at grandmas. He even won a dance contest once! He had a passion for collecting old money in all forms, which passed on to his children. He loved traveling with his sons visiting Native American land, and was also a great storyteller.

He was a survivor of cancer but succumbed to Gods request to be with him, where he can walk amongst the angels as the strong man he once was. Without a doubt, his first statement to God will be “How about them Cowboys”!

He had the life that God allowed him to have, by letting his choices to be fulfilled. We should seek comfort in that, and understand that Death has taken his body, God has taken his soul, but our faith lets us know that we will meet again! Let us not cry today because his life is over but rejoice that his life has begun again with our Father.

Paul is preceded in death by his mother Rita C. Lopez, his daughter Samantha T. Ramirez, grandson Kyle Ramirez, brother-in law Al Vargas. He is survived by his wife Carie Bethea Ramirez, children Rita L. Ramirez; Tina M. Cochnauer (Robert Cochnauer) Angela Jaimes (Ismael Jaimes) Chris Ramirez (Jennifer Ramirez) JT Bethea (Whitney Bethea) Courtney R. Ramirez, 12 Grand Children and 8 Great-Grandchildren. His sisters, Rose Vargas, Tina Blume (Richard Blume), Stella Varela (Michael Varela). His brothers, Alvino Ramirez (Emelda Ramirez), Richard Lopez (Lisa Lopez), Tico Lopez (Agnes Lopez), Paul Lopez (Leslie Sundell) and several nieces and nephew.


Raymore man seriously injured in Henry County rollover accident

On July 29th around 12:54 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on Missouri 7 Highway and O Highway in rural Henry County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 driven by 79 year old Gordon L. Light of Raymore, Missouri traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned.

Mr. Light sustained serious injuries and was transported by Life Flight Eagle to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene of the crash by Gary's Tow.

View The Crash Report Below:

Obituary - Richard "Rick" C. Thornburg

Richard "Rick" Carry Thornburg, 50, Creighton, Missouri departed this life on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at his home.

He is survived by two daughters, Loren Carry Thornburg and Rebecca Suzan Thornburg both of Clinton, Missouri; a sister, Kim Nicas and husband BJ, Warrensburg, Missouri; nieces and a nephew, Mallory, Derek and Molly; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with burial in the Byler Cemetery near Creighton, Missouri.

Family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 2, 2021 at the funeral home.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Byler Cemetery Association.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Obituary - Wanda Sue Gusman

Wanda Sue (Crane) Gusman, age 59, of Nevada, MO, passed away Monday, July 26, 2021, at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, MO.

Wanda was born August 30, 1961, in Oceanside, CA to Charles Roger and Velma Ann (Buckingham) Crane. She graduated Nevada High School in 1979. She loved everything Native American Indian. She loved studying, collecting artifacts, and being of the Quapaw Tribe. Wanda also enjoyed making jewelry. She had worked several different jobs, but her passion was working at the Kansas City Indian Center, helping Native Americans.

Wanda is survived by her parents, Roger and Velma Crane, Nevada, MO; her children, Joshua (Tiffany) Adams, Kansas City, Shane (Kayla) Adams, North Kansas City, Amanda (Charles) Smith, Kansas City, Sarita Gusman, Shawnee Mission, KS, and Aysia Gusman, Fort Collins, CO; two brothers, James Schleisman, Tulsa, OK and Charles (Sherri) Crane, Hume, MO; three sisters, Vyann (Thomas) Lovett, Vernon, TX, Cathy (Gean) Hyder, Nevada, MO, and Atonka (Brian) Smith, Nevada, MO; and nine grandchildren.

A graveside service is scheduled for family and friends at the Greenlawn Cemetery in Columbus, KS.


Injury accident in Belton

The Belton Police officers are currently working a serious injury accident in the 16100 block of the E Outer Rd. 

The public is asked to find another route around the area. We will update this information as soon as possible.


Obituary - Royline Mae Dixon

The service for Royline will be held at Hill and Son Funeral Home in Appleton City, Missouri on Monday, August 2, 2021 beginning at 11:00 a.m. Officiating at the service will be Pastor David Hill.

Visitation will precede the service from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in the Appleton City Cemetery.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial donations be made to Trinity United Methodist Church and may be left at Hill & Son Funeral Home or sent to the church at 214 E. 3rd St., Appleton City, MO 64724.

Royline Mae Dixon, daughter of Roy Fulton and Luva Mae (Stone) Allinson, was born at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler, Missouri on November 15, 1934, and was the first baby in her family to be born in a hospital. She departed this life at Citizen’s Memorial Hospital in Bolivar, Missouri July 29, 2021, at 86 years of age.

Royline attended Appleton City Schools and lived in Appleton City all her life. She was united in marriage to Clyde Keith Dixon February 9, 1952, and they were blessed with four children. Royline was always busy raising her family as well as doing many other activities. She worked at Ellett Hospital for about five years as a nurse. She was a faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church being a choir member since 1973 and performing in 40 Christmas Vesper services and 40 Easter Cantatas; she was a UMW member, Sunday school teacher and helped prepare funeral dinners for many years. She was involved with the Green Valley Club early in her married life and later was proud to have been a part of a group who put together and made crafts with the residents of the local residential care facility in Appleton City. 

Throughout her life, Royline had made 30 full sized quilts and 30 baby quilts. She was proud of all the numerous stitches she’d sewed and shared making that many quilts for others. She was always cheerful, helpful, had a kind word, a smile, and a story to share.

Preceding Royline in death were her parents; her husband; her brothers, Bob Allinson and Gerald Allinson (Evelyn); her sisters: Doris Eye (Paul), Mary Kopp (John), Fay Clark (C.B.) and Betty Tindall (Don).

Survivors include her four children: Robert Dixon (Karen), Randy Dixon (Kathryn), Pamela Elsmore (Pat) and Marcia Raines (Ronnie); her grandchildren: Shasta Hetherington (Jack), Devin Dixon, Cody Dixon (Mandy), Courtney Dixon, Colby Bourland (Sarah), Katie Koshko, Colton Bourland (Maggie), Kristin Kruczyk (Andy), Hannah Raines and Hailey Raines; ten great-grandchildren; a brother, Gerald Allinson; and a sister-in-law, Louise Allinson.

It's Pioneer Day at Poplar Heights Farm

Come out to Poplar Heights Living History Farm for a fun morning while you learn what it was like to be a pioneer. 

Advance Registration is required. $3.00 for ages 5-12. Call 660-200-5620 now to sign up.

Bates County Tax Sale August 23rd, 2021

 


NOTICE OF SALE OF LAND FOR TAXES

 

STATE OF MISSOURI  )

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COUNTY OF BATES    )

 

Take notice that I, the undersigned JIM PLATT, County Treasurer and Collector of Bates County, in compliance with the laws of the State of Missouri relating to collection of delinquent and back taxes and providing for foreclosure sale and redemption of delinquent property and amendments thereto, shall beginning at 10:00 a.m. on

 

August 23, 2021

 At the East front door of the Court House in Butler, Missouri and continuing from day to day until all delinquent and advertised lands have been offered for sale at public auction for delinquent taxes, the following described Real Estate in Bates County, Missouri against which taxes, penalties, and costs are due for the respective years and in the respective amounts set out following each tract.  So much of each said tract shall be sold as will be necessary to discharge said taxes, penalties, and costs, and Tax Certificates will be issued to each purchaser of part or all of any said tract, all as provided by said act.

 Notice of Tax Certificate Sale as of 6th of AUGUST 2021

 DEER CREEK

 

03-080-33-040-036-002000

CORA ADAMS

325 E. 2ND ST.

ADRIAN, MO 64720

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOT 10 HOUSTON’S ADDN. CITY OF ADRIAN IN SEC 33 TWP 42 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2018-$432.81, 2019-$308.71, 2020-$268.92 TOTAL: $983.44

 

WEST POINT

 

06-080-34-000-000-003000

DANIEL M NELSON

22622 E. 2000 RD

LACYGNE, KS 66040

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  S ½ SE ¼; EXC PUB RD R/W IN SEC 34 TWP 41 RNG 33

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2018-$277.58, 2019-$177.79, 2020-$155.74 TOTAL: $611.11

 

 

MT. PLEASANT

 

13-050-15-030-007-017000

STEVEN ERIC CATRON

7001 NW CO RD 1001

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOT 9 GILBERT HEIGHTS SUBD. BLK 2 BUTLER IN SEC 15 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$1141.23, 2019-$934.30, 2020-$828.96 TOTAL: $2904.49

 

13-050-22-010-024-007000

SCOTT HOWER

414 W. OHIO ST.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  W ½ OF LOT 3 BLK 2 WILLIAMS 1ST ADDN. BUTLER IN SEC 22 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$879.05, 2019-$702.90, 2020-$623.91 TOTAL: $2205.86

 

13-050-22-040-008-014000

DIANE PHELAN ESTATE

301 S. HIGH ST.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  N 90’ W 104’ LOT 1 BLK 12 THOMPSON ADDN. BUTLER IN SEC 22 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$664.13, 2019-$513.22, 2020-$455.86 TOTAL: $1633.21

 

13-060-23-030-010-002000

VICKIE KENNON

LEON BERRY

CHRISTINA JUDD

814 S. HIGH ST.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  E ½ LOTS 8 & 9 BLK 2 ATKINSON PARK ADDN. BUTLER IN SEC 23 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$152.06, 2019-$61.26, 2020-$55.42 TOTAL: $268.74

 

13-070-26-000-000-002020

LYLE TIPPIE ESTATE

MATTHEW & JOE TIPPIE

1745 REC LAKE RD.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  PT NE ¼ NE ¼ BGN @ SW COR (EXC RD R/W) IOLL IN SEC 26 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$443.91, 2019-$318.88, 2020-$283.98 TOTAL: $1046.77

 

13-070-26-000-000-002040

JOE TIPPIE

1977 REC LAKE RD

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  PT NE ¼ NE ¼ BGN @ SW COR (EXC RD R/W) IOLL

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$286.28, 2019-$179.74, 2020-$160.58 TOTAL: $626.60

 

CHARLOTTE

 

14-080-27-000-000-004000

TRITON RENTAL MANAGEMENT LLC

608 N. WATER. ST.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  SE ¼ SE ¼ IN SEC 27 TWP 40 RNG 32

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$286.48, 2019-$178.18, 2020-$158.97 TOTAL: $623.63

 

 

HOMER

 

15-020-03-000-000-001000

DANIEL M. NELSON

22622 E. 2000 RD.

LACYGNE, KS 66040

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  N ½ NE ¼ EXC RD R/W IN SEC 3 TWP 40 RNG 33

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$1169.52, 2019-$1035.21, 2020-$902.04 TOTAL: $3106.77

 

15-090-29-010-002-007000

BETTY DAUGHERTY ESTATE

RT 1 BOX 309

AMORET, MO 64722

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOT 18 BLK 23 AMORET IN SEC 29 TWP 40 RNG 33

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$109.56, 2019-$24.64, 2020-$22.74 TOTAL: $156.94

 

ROCKVILLE

 

21-060-14-010-020-001000

SONDRA M CRUTCHER

101 OSAGE

ROCKVILLE, MO 64780

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  ALL OF LOTS 1 & 2 OF BLK 26 ORIGINAL TOWN ROCKVILLE IN SEC 14 TWP 38 RNG 29

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$148.65, 2019-$58.28, 2020-$52.11 TOTAL: $259.04

 

OSAGE

 

23-030-05-040-001-006000

SHERRI L PARSON

HAROLD VERN MATNEY

1104 E. CHESTNUT ST.

RICH HILL, MO 64779

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 7 & 8 INCL THE S ½ OF THE ALLEY N OF SAID LOTS BLK 19 TOWN CO. 1ST ADD. RICH HILL IN SEC 5 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$411.28, 2019-$290.65, 2020-$254.36 TOTAL: $956.29

 

23-030-07-010-011-007000

ALFRED BEAIR

220 S. HOWARD ST.

RICH HILL, MO 64779

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 5 & 6 BLK 12 WILLIAMS ADDN. CITY OF RICH HILL IN SEC 7 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$162.63, 2019-$70.71, 2020-$62.86 TOTAL: $296.20

 

23-030-07-010-012-001000

JAYMIE LEDBETTER

TIMOTHY HOLBROOKS

227 N. ELM ST.

NEVADA, MO 64772

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 5 WILLIAMS ADDN. CITY OF RICH HILL IN SEC 7 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$128.50, 2019-$40.52, 2020-$36.59 TOTAL: $205.61

 

23-030-08-010-017-005000

LOLA LORD

11323 E. 13TH ST. S

INDEPENDENCE, MO 64052

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 7 & 8 BLK 72 ORIGINAL TOWN CITY OF RICH HILL IN SEC 8 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$123.02, 2019-$35.69, 2020-$32.36 TOTAL: $191.07

 

23-030-08-040-006-001030

MEARL BLACK

3 SE CO RD 9006

RICH HILL, MO 64779

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  ALL OF BLK 12 CITY OF RICH HLL IN SEC 8 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE: 2018-$135.13, 2019-$46.39, 2020-$41.68 TOTAL: $223.20

 

SECOND YEAR SALE

 

13-050-22-010-035-001000

JIM & TAMMY MORGAN

114 E  MILL ST

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  PT OF BLK 1 BGN @ THE NW COR OF LOT 2 THENCE TO WEST LINE LYON ST. S 24’ W TO LINE LOT 2 N 24’ TO P.O.B. BLK 1 MONTGOMERY 1ST ADDN., BUTLER, SEC 22 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2017-$837.96, 2018-$788.59, 2019-$623.03, 2020-$552.75 TOTAL DUE: $2802.33

THIRD YEAR SALE

 

13-050-22-010-041-007000

KENNY FULLERTON SR.

6 N. MAPLE ST.

BUTLER, MO 64730

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  E 30’ OF S 100’ BLK 9, BUTLER PROPER ADDN., SEC 22 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2016-$1244.72, 2017-$1067.80, 2018-$1034.34, 2019-$847.87, 2020-$459.88 TOTAL DUE: $4654.61

 

23-030-07-010-005-002000

MICHAEL A KOCUREK

TIFFANY BURGESS

125 N 3RD ST

ARKANSAS CITY, KS 67005

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 4-6 OF BLK 10 OF WILLIAMS ADDN. & LOTS 3&4 OF BLK 6, CONNELLY’S ADDN., CITY OF RICH HILL, SEC 7 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2016-$1192.40, 2017-$1070.76, 2018-$1017.63, 2019-$405.48, 2020-$62.86 TOTAL DUE: $3749.13

 

FOURTH YEAR SALE

 

13-050-22-020-013-002000

GLEN EARL RANDOLPH

208 E C ST

MCCOOK, NE 69001

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOTS 2 & 3 WEST SIDE ADDN. BLK 11 EXC S 90’ & EXC W 12’ N 102’

LOT 3 CITY OF BUTLER IN SEC 22 TWP 40 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2015-$117.49, 2016-$111.61, 2017-$111.33, 2018-$184.94, 2019-$90.28, 2020-$81.12 TOTAL: $696.77

 

23-030-08-020-048-001000

ALDEN ROBERTS

158 COUNTRYSIDE LN

ST JOSEPH, MO 64503

LEGAL DESCRIPTION:  LOT 1 TOWN & CO. 1ST ADDN. BLK 133 CITY OF RICH HILL IN SEC 8 TWP 38 RNG 31

UNPAID TAXES DUE:  2015-$47.75, 2016-$44.90, 2017-$52.11, 2018-$130.73, 2019-$42.48, 2020-$38.29 TOTAL: $356.26

 

SIXTH YEAR SALE

 

25-031-08-030-018-001000

CHUCK & BRENDA BRADLEY

12529 SW SPRING ST

HUME, MO 64752

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: N 20.16’ OF LOT 1 BLK 9 LITTLE’S ADDN. CITY OF HUME SEC 8 TWP 38 RNG 33

TOTAL TAXES DUE: 2013-$88.97, 2014-$85.88, 2015-$78.69, 2016-$72.67, 2017-$81.28, 2018-$160.92, 2019-$69.02, 2020-$17.84 TOTAL-$655.27

 

I, JIM PLATT, Collector/Treasurer of the County of Bates, State of Missouri, do hereby certify that the forgoing is a true and correct list of the lands and lots that will be offered for sale as above set forth.

                                                                

Dated this 6TH of AUGST, 2021

 

JIM PLATT

COLLECTOR/TREASURER

BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI


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