Regarding funeral services for Darlene Peek

****PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE WEATHER, THE FUNERAL DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 11 A.M. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025 WITH VISITATION FROM 10 - 11 A.M. MONDAY AT SCHOWENGERDT FUNERAL CHAPEL****

Funeral services for Darlene Peek of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 24, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Monday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Heart Association. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Emma Darlene Peek, age 89 of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri died Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was born May 11, 1935 to Harold Joseph and Juanita May Hoyt Hoaglan in Merwin, Missouri.

Darlene, the oldest of three children, grew up in LaCygne, Kansas and was a 1953 graduate of LaCygne High School. On August 12, 1953, she married Harry Lee Armstrong and to this union, four children were born. The marriage ended after 25 years. In 1980 she moved to Amoret, Missouri where she attended the Amoret Christian Church. Darlene began working at the Osawatomie State Hospital in 1957 and continued working for the State of Kansas until her retirement in 1993. She was one of 42 founders of Kansas Alcohol and Drug Counsel Association in 1974 and remained a senior counselor until 1995. In 1986 Darlene married Albert Lee Peek and they continued to live in Amoret after living one year in Peculiar, Missouri. While living in Amoret, they were active in the Amoret Christian Church and helping people in the community. Together they enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling–where they made many friends all over the United States.

Darlene is survived by her children, Katherine Juanita Waldmen and husband Mike of Springfield, Missouri, Darla Lee Armstrong of Neosho, Missouri, Harold Dean Armstrong and wife Kim of Thornsby, Alabama, Roger Lee Peek and wife Brenda of Peculiar, Missouri, Eddie Peek and wife Monica of Butler, Missouri, Judy Kay Wilson and Betsy Sue Dunkin and husband Gary all of Harrisonville, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Iva Loree Mendenhall and husband Eugene of Linn Valley, Kansas; and many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert Lee Peek on June 26, 2019; two sons, Wilbur Alan Armstrong and Ronnie Peek; and a sister, Lenara June Kile and her husband Raymond.

Obituary - Darlene Peek

Funeral services for Darlene Peek of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Wills Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Heart Association. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Emma Darlene Peek, age 89 of Neosho, Missouri formerly of Amoret, Missouri died Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Freeman West Hospital in Joplin, Missouri. She was born May 11, 1935 to Harold Joseph and Juanita May Hoyt Hoaglan in Merwin, Missouri.

Darlene, the oldest of three children, grew up in LaCygne, Kansas and was a 1953 graduate of LaCygne High School. On August 12, 1953, she married Harry Lee Armstrong and to this union, four children were born. The marriage ended after 25 years. In 1980 she moved to Amoret, Missouri where she attended the Amoret Christian Church. Darlene began working at the Osawatomie State Hospital in 1957 and continued working for the State of Kansas until her retirement in 1993. She was one of 42 founders of Kansas Alcohol and Drug Counsel Association in 1974 and remained a senior counselor until 1995. In 1986 Darlene married Albert Lee Peek and they continued to live in Amoret after living one year in Peculiar, Missouri. While living in Amoret, they were active in the Amoret Christian Church and helping people in the community. Together they enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling–where they made many friends all over the United States.

Darlene is survived by her children, Katherine Juanita Waldmen and husband Mike of Springfield, Missouri, Darla Lee Armstrong of Neosho, Missouri, Harold Dean Armstrong and wife Kim of Thornsby, Alabama, Roger Lee Peek and wife Brenda of Peculiar, Missouri, Eddie Peek and wife Monica of Butler, Missouri, Judy Kay Wilson and Betsy Sue Dunkin and husband Gary all of Harrisonville, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Iva Loree Mendenhall and husband Eugene of Linn Valley, Kansas; and many nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert Lee Peek on June 26, 2019; two sons, Wilbur Alan Armstrong and Ronnie Peek; and a sister, Lenara June Kile and her husband Raymond.

Obituary - Stephen "Tank" McGuire

Stephen McGuire, 42 of LaCygne, Kansas passed away unexpectedly January 16, 2025 at his home in LaCygne. Cremation with private family services to be held. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Stephen John McGuire, also known as Tank, was born March 14, 1982 in Kansas City, Kansas to Carla Fewin and Stephen McGuire. He came into this world with a smile on his face.

Tank had the biggest heart and was always doing for others without hesitation. He was always so caring and a listening ear for whoever may have needed it. Tank didn’t always have the best strategies or ways of going about things, but he always had the best intent in mind and heart. His profound ways of thinking were unmatched, his mind worked in ways beyond articulation.

Tank was many things, but above all else he was a rock for his family. He had the ability to help them through the hard times and was able to ensure they saw the value in good. To see someone in such pain create light in the darkness has instilled a light of hope in all of his family.

Tank had a sense of humor that was second to none, and always persistent to make those around him smile and laugh. He always loved telling stories about his childhood. Tank’s favorite things in life were camping, fishing, and shooting guns.

Tank was an amazing son, father, brother, grandpa, uncle, and friend who impacted the lives of many. He will be missed dearly and live in our hearts forever.

Tank was preceded in death by his wife Crissy Newcome, his grandparents Clifford and Martha Fewin, and his cousin Clifford Herrmann. He leaves behind so many people he loved dearly, but most of all his children, Stevie, Paige, and Christopher, his son-in-law Brian, and daughter-in-law Taylor, grandchildren, Bentley, Zoe, and Nevaeh. He is also survived by his mother Carla and step-father Mark, his father Steve, sisters, Heather and Jennifer, sister-in-law Amanda, and his niece and nephews, Alexis, Dallas, Avery, and AJ.

Obituary - Edwin Reed

Edwin W. Reed, age 78, of Moundville, MO passed away peacefully at home after battling a lengthy illness on January 21, 2025. Born to Cecil W. and Dorothy Ellen (Kennedy) Reed on December 12, 1946. Edwin attended Foster, Sprague and Rich Hill schools. He graduated from Rich Hill High School with the Class of 1964.

After school Edwin worked at various jobs including Hallmark Cards and Sweet Lumber. He decided this type of work wasn’t for him and joined the Air Force in September 1965. As a member of the Air Force Commandos, he was deployed to Vietnam in November 1967 and received an early out in July 1968. As an E4 Sergeant, he was honorably discharged in September 1971. Edwin received several medals including Air Force Commendation.

After returning home, he worked at LaCygne Power Plant but wanted to be his own boss. He quit that job and started trucking. He was known for his cleaned and chromed out trucks which was a weekend project for the family. Due to declining health, he sold his last truck in 2005 and took on his past times of fishing and hunting.

His grandkids are what he lived for. He couldn’t wait until Saturdays to watch Aiden play baseball, basketball or football. He also taught Aiden how to mow the perfect yard. He was proud of his oldest granddaughter, Brittica, for obtaining her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2022. He welcomed twin granddaughters, Addison and Avery, in 2023. He enjoyed the time with them and always having a MumMum for them when they came to visit. In November 2024, he welcomed his newest granddaughter, Sutton. Although his time with her was short, he loved her visits so he could feed and hold her. One week before his passing, his first great grandson was born, Benjamin George.

Edwin is survived by his wife of 40 years, Regina. One son, Jeff (Stacy) of Alexandria, LA; two daughters, Ashley (Daniel) and Haley (Austin) of Nevada, MO. One grandson, Aiden Matthew of Nevada MO; Four granddaughters, Brittica Lynn (Ruston) of Alexandria, LA, Addison Mae, Avery Lane, and Sutton Rayne all of Nevada, MO; one step-grandson, Clayton Michael of Nevada; and one great-grandson, Benjamin George of Alexandria, LA.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Obituary - Vera Jewell Cooper

Vera Jewell Cooper, 92, passed away January 16, 2025, Thursday morning at Ash Grove Health Care Facility in Ash Grove, MO.

She was born September 17, 1932, in Dunnegan, MO to Byrd and Velma (Pennington) Wine. On December 14, 1948, she married Alvin Cooper, where they lived and worked on their farm in Flemington, MO. She was a wife and homemaker first and worked several different jobs to supplement their farming income.

She and Alvin were married for 48 yrs before he passed in August 1996. They had 3 children, Vicki, Monty and Jerry.

Vera and Alvin enjoyed farm life and had many friends who played bluegrass as they did and attended many bluegrass parties and events at friend’s homes. Vera accompanied Alvin on the guitar while he played fiddle, banjo and mandolin. They often sang at both the Church of the Nazarene and Church of Hope in Centerview, MO.

They moved to California in 1963 where Vera’s family lived but returned to Warrensburg, MO in 1966, where Alvin worked for CMSU.

She is survived by her children: Vicki (Rocky) Dickerson, Monty (Rhonda) Cooper and Jerry (Sue) Cooper; 5 grandchildren, James (Melanie) Milburn of Springfield, MO, Tammy (Mike) Morris of Nixa, MO, Aaron Cooper of Bolivar, MO, Monica (Daniel) Brooks of Rich Hill, MO and Nicole (Jeremy) Herring of LaCygne, KS; 12 great-grandchildren, Brittany and Jessica of Arizona, Byron and Gretchen Brooks of Rich Hill, MO, Rachel and Gabe Milburn of Springfield, MO, Aiden and Maddie Morris of Nixa, MO, Cooper and Nate Herring of LaCygne, KS and Waylon and Zoe Cooper of Bolivar, MO.

Vera was additionally blessed with 3 great-great-grandchildren; Annabelle, Norah and Maddox of Arizona.
All of Vera’s siblings preceded her in death. She lived a full and rich life and loved Jesus Christ, her Savior.

Funeral services for Vera will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, January 24, 2025 at Butler Funeral Home in Bolivar. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Flemington Cemetery.

Memorial contributions can be made to CMH Hospice, Flemington Cemetery or to the Rich Hill Memorial Library.


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Obituary - Dean Allen

Funeral services for Dean Allen of Butler, Missouri will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation 5 - 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Lawn Cemetery, LaCygne, Kansas. Contributions to Oak Lawn Cemetery or Heartland Hospice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Russell Dean Allen, age 86 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at his home. He was born June 18, 1938 to Russell George and Blanch Barton Allen in Bates County, Missouri.

Dean is survived by two daughters, Cindy Catron and husband David of Butler, Missouri and Vicki Embrey and significant other David Bough of Nevada, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Kenny Hubbard and wife Shanna, Eric Robards and wife Kelsi, Kyle Hubbard and wife Theresa, Kolby Hubbard, Brian Robards and wife Ashli, Jessica Irwin and John Hill and wife Gina; 15 great-grandchildren, Hadley, Brynlee, Evrett, Kenneth, Kenton, Konnor, Khloe, Kyleigh, Klair, Aurelia, Ellowen, Kasen, Ryder, Barrett and Kennedy; a sister, Norma Lindsay of Belton, Missouri; and a special friend, Roberta Sage of Butler, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dana Allen on January 17, 2007; two brothers, William and John Allen; and a sister, Josie Hill.

Obituary - Edwin Eugene Nelson

Edwin Eugene Nelson, age 91 of Adrian, Missouri unexpectedly passed away on Thursday February 8, 2024 at his home in Adrian. A visitation will be held Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Adrian First Baptist Church, Adrian, Missouri. 

Memorial services will follow at 11:00 am Saturday, also at the church. Inurnment will take place in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Adrian First Baptist Church, Homebound Meals, Children’s Mercy, or the Adrian Volunteer Fire Department. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

He was born on March 29, 1932 in Drexel, Missouri the son of James Nelson and Bernice (Twyman) Nelson. He was a graduate of Adrian High School in 1950. After graduation, he served in the U.S. Military (Army) in Korea. Later, he worked several years at the Bendix Corporation in Kansas City. He graduated from the Pipefitter Apprenticeship and worked as a Pipefitter for several years. He also worked at the power plant in LaCygne, KS and later at the General Motors Leed's Plant in KC. He finished his career at Honeywell as a Pipefitter and later as a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, where he retired in 1997.

On Nov. 9, 1952, he married the love of his life, Doris Clark. They had two sons, Steve & Kevin. He received Jesus as his personal savior at a young age, and until the mid 60's, they lived in the Burdette community where Edwin served in the Burdette Baptist Church. Then hẹ built a horse just north of Adrian and they moved there in 1966. Edwin and Doris lived there until she passed away on December 7, 2002, after 50 years of marriage.

Although Doris & Edwin never had grandchildren, they had lots of nieces and nephews who would come to visit them and spend the night. Doris taught them how to craft and cook, and Edwin taught several of them how to drive and how to work and do a quality job they could be proud of. They both enjoyed that very much.

After Doris' death, Edwin would frequently go to the Crescent Hill Cemetery to see Doris' grave and to talk to her. That meant a lot to him through the years.

In early 2018, he shattered his elbow and decided to move into Adrian where he lived his remaining years. He loved going to Yoss' Thrifway Store and the Dollar Store, where he could socialize as well as pick up a few items he needed. His highlight of the week was receiving meals delivered to him by Homebound Meals from the Butler Senior Center. All doctor appointments had to be scheduled around receiving those meals!!

Edwin always enjoyed working with his hands and always had tools nearby as he could fix almost anything. He loved being outside in the fresh air and sunshine. Anyone who knew him knows that he enjoyed anything related to older cars and tractors, and he "collected" any and every thing that he could purchase at a good price. He would not throw anything away. He was very resourceful and made things last. The last few years, Steve spent a lot of time with him and would take him to Butler to do some shopping. When he took him to Wal-Mart, Steve would just leave him in the Hardware aisle just let him shop. Steve said he was like a kid in a toy store. He always had “project” that he wanted to work on. That is what kept him going as he live by himself for 21 years.

Edwin was preceded in death by his parents, James and Bernice Nelson; his wife, Doris Nelson; one brother, Donald Nelson; 2 sisters, Goldie Saathoff and Doris Sherman; one sister-in-law, Maedine Nelson; and two brother-in-laws, Rogers Saathoff and Wayne Sherman; relatives from his wife's side of the family: Roy and Millie Clark, Jean and Denver Stark, Denny Stark, Jerry Clark, Richard Clark, Mici Clark, Joe Clark, & Jeffrey.

Survivors include: Steve (Madilyn) Nelson and grand dog Mardy of Belton, MO and Kevin (Cindy) Nelson of Independence, MO as well as numerous nieces/nephews (and their families) in several states.

Edwin will be forever remembered and deeply missed.

Obituary - Louri Jean Daringer

Visitation for Louri Jean Daringer of Butler, Missouri will be 1 - 3 p.m. Friday, September 13 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel. Private family inurnment at a later date. Contributions to the Grandchildren’s Education Fund. Make checks payable to Louri’s Love Fund c/o First Community Bank in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Louri Jean Daringer, age 56 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born January 5, 1968 to Otis Ray and Cleta Fern DeMott Wisdom in Wichita, Kansas.

Louri, one of three children, grew up in Amoret, Missouri where she attended Miami School. She lived in Kansas City, Missouri and Mound City, Kansas before moving to Butler, Missouri. Louri was first and foremost a mother and also worked in the kitchen for the Mound City, Kansas Cafe.

Louri was known to be carefree, caring, compassionate to animals, a social butterfly and a free spirit. She loved her family and her animals–especially her cat, Fuzzy, and her two grand pups. Louri had a collection of owls and porcelain dolls. Some of her other pastimes were doing crafts and diamond painting. Louri enjoyed waking up and starting her day with a cup of coffee and listening to music.

Louri is survived by three children, Samuel Daringer and wife Shannon of Wichita, Kansas, Maureen Hoellig and husband Erik of Sapulpa, Oklahoma and Nicolas Adam Shasteen of Kansas; two granddaughters, Clara and Arianna Pardee; her father, Otis “PeeWee” Wisdom of Collins, Missouri; a brother, Daniel Wisdom of Collins, Missouri; a sister, Kristina Wright and husband Steve of Amoret, Missouri; her stepdad, Tom of LaCygne, Kansas; three nephews, Devyn, Stevie Ray and Adam; a niece, Casey Jo; and two great-nephews, Keaton and Kane. She was preceded in death by her mother; her grandparents; and her niece, Heather.

Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office seeking public assistance

The Linn County Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of the subject in the photo. The subject may have information regarding a crime in the LaCygne, Ks area. Please call (913) 795-2665 to be connected to the Detective's Bureau.

Obituary - Donald “Butch” Keith Hutchison

Donald “Butch” Keith Hutchison age 81, a resident of Fort Scott Kansas, passed away at his home Sunday July 21, 2024. He was born in Nevada, Mo on September 15, 1942, to Fred and Leota (Withrow) Hutchison. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Frederick Hutchison. Butch graduated from Fort Scott High School in 1960 and then served in the US Navy for 3 years. 

He returned to Fort Scott and worked at John Deere for many years, then worked at P&M Coal company in Lacygne Ks, then Kemmerer Wyoming. He retired, returning to his farm in Fort Scott, Ks, where he loved to farm, hunt and fish, while assisting his community as a mechanic. Butch married his wife, Karen (Dunsworth) on June 10th, 1962, in Hammond, Kansas.

Don is survived by his wife Karen of the home, daughter Donna (Hutchison) Hughes, husband Wade of Neosho, Mo, Cindy (Hutchison) Turner, husband Bill of Millington, Tennessee, and son, Brian Hutchison and Natasha of Fort Scott, Ks. Sister Kay Arnold of Fort Scott, Ks and brother Denny Hutchison of Wyoming. Grandchildren Michael Hutchison (Amy), Amanda Steffen (Sam), Brent Cagle, Brandy Hutchison, Elijah Lindo, Braydon Hutchison, and Andrew Hutchison. 9 Great grandchildren, along with multiple nieces and nephews.

Rev. Chuck Russell will conduct funeral services Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cheney Witt Chapel. Private family burial will take place at the U. S. National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel. 

Memorial are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS. 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Obituary - Rolleen Diann Stites

Rolleen Diann Stites, age 73, La Cygne, Kansas passed away Thursday July 4, 2024. She was born on August 12, 1950, in Parker, Kansas the daughter of Rolla Everett and Helen Alice McCarty Hampton. 

Rolleen’s father passed away when she was a baby, leaving her mother to raise her and her four siblings on the farm outside of Parker. She met her lifelong friend Connie when she was only three, and the two have been inseparable ever since. 

Rolleen graduated from Parker High School in the spring of 1968. That same summer, she was united in marriage to Alvin Stites on June 14, 1968, at the Parker Methodist Church. Astute observers and the numerically adept will notice that she was not yet 18, and so Helen had to sign off on the marriage license. 

Before they had been married a year, Alvin was drafted into the army and sent to Vietnam. The two had been living in Red Oak, Iowa, where Alvin’s parents were then living. While Alvin was in the army and Vietnam, Rolleen lived with her sister Marilyn and Marilyn’s husband in Independence. She worked in an office in downtown Kansas City for an insurance company. 

When Alvin returned from Vietnam, the two lived at Fort Riley while Alvin finished his army service. They then moved to LaCygne and built their permanent home on land owned by Alvin’s grandfather and, in a poetic twist of fate, had been originally homesteaded by Rolleen’s great-great grandparents McCarty. After moving home to LaCygne, Rolleen initially worked as a bookkeeper for the Linn County Co-Op in LaCygne. 

She continued working there until Rex started school. After that, she worked from home, keeping books for Rural Water District #3. Rolleen was an avid reader; she enjoyed sewing, crocheting and cross stitch. She was a member of the United Methodist Church. She served for many years on the Parker Alumni Board. Family was always the most important thing to Rolleen. She could spend hours talking to her family—especially her sisters, Marilyn and Cheryl, and her “sisters” Connie and Naomi—whether in person or on the phone. She organized and hosted large family holiday dinners for both her and Alvin’s families. When nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews were born, she loved to make hand-made gifts for the new babies. 

Rolleen was preceded in death by her biological father and mother. She was also preceded in death by her step-father, Charles O. Haverfield; a brother, Philip A. Hampton, and a sister, Cheryl P. Erwin. Rolleen is survived by her husband, Alvin, a son, Rex Stites, a brother, Charles M. Hampton and wife Virginia, a sister, Marilyn J. Sheets-Rhoades, and three step-brothers, Charles L. Haverfield and wife Linda, Robert Haverfield and wife Sheila, and Steven Haverfield and wife Rose.

Funeral service will be 2 pm Monday, July 8, 2024, at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. Burial will be in the Prairie Home Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 to 3 pm Sunday, July 7, 2024, at the La Cygne Chapel. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the Parker Community Historical Society. Online condolences can be left atwww.schneiderfunerals.com.

Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance

The Linn County Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of the subject operating the vehicle in the photo below. 

The subject may have information regarding a crime in the LaCygne Kansas area. Please call (913) 795-2665 to be connected to the Detective's Bureau.

LaCygne Kansas police seeking public assistance

We need your help!

Between 6:45pm and 7pm on 6/28/24 a white or silver SUV illegally dumped a tote containing 9 puppies in the city park.

The puppies appear to be Jack or Rat terrier mixes in generally good health and between 2 to 3 months old.

If you witnessed or have any information, please contact Ofc. Ferrell or send us a message on Facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/lacygnepolicedepartment

Kansas Police chase ends in Bates County

At Approximately 1:00 AM on 5/24/2024 while conducting Special Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P)LaCygne Police Department officers attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of 4th Street and Market Street for a minor traffic violation. 

The suspect vehicle fled eastbound recklessly through the city at a high rate of speed disregarding the safety of the residents of LaCygne. The suspect vehicle fled toward Bates County, MO on K152 and onto E 2200 Rd in eastern Linn County. 

Bates County Deputies were notified that Kansas Officers were in pursuit of a GMC pickup truck entering their county. The suspect vehicle traveled through Amsterdam and headed south toward Amoret; continuing onto Y Highway and turned onto 4002. 

The vehicle attempted to turn onto State Line Road before leaving the roadway and through a fence; becoming immobile. The occupant, later identified as Ryan Templeton, 43 fled on foot from the vehicle. Officers set up a perimeter until Bates County Deputies arrived on scene. Prior to a K9 arriving on scene a Deputy deployed a drone and located subject in the woods lying in a creek bed. The drone was able to guide K9 Falco (BCSO) and officers to the subject where he was taken into custody by Falco and held in place until officers could assist. 

Templeton was taken to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment of his injuries from Falco. The truck was found to be stolen along with the license plate on the vehicle and another plate inside the vehicle. Templeton has a very extensive criminal history with multiple priors for tampering with a motor vehicle and resisting arrest. Templeton had posted bond on an unrelated warrant earlier in the day. 

Templeton has been charged in Bates County with receiving stolen property, resisting arrest and property damage in Bates County. Bond was set at $20,000 cash only. Templeton has additional charges through LaCygne Police Department that will be filed through district court after a thorough investigation. Interim Chief Haley says, "I am very proud of my officers for the way the way they handled this incident. 

We have received a lot of grief from the public for working extra hours on the streets and conducting more traffic stops than usual. We aim to target unrestrained drivers/passengers and DUI activity, but if we run into something else in the process, we will handle it accordingly. This is what happens when you run from the police! We will pursue you and take you into custody with the tools we have available; including a K9 and a drone! 

I appreciate Bates County Sheriff Chad Anderson and his Deputies assisting with our event and the investigation. They have always been there when we have needed them without question whether it is on our side of the line or theirs. Their professionalism is unmatched and have helped on numerous cases in the past they don't receive credit for."

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.

Obituary - Laura Ellen Paul

Laura Ellen Weitman Paul, age 76, of LaCygne, Kansas passed away Friday, June 7, 2024. She was born on December 22, 1947, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Ivan R. and Edna F. Parrish Weitman. She graduated from LaBelle, Missouri Rural High School in the class of 1965.

She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Truman State University and established her career as being the Parker Second Grade teacher hired by USD 362 in 1969 and remained in that position for forty years. Besides teaching, Laura also had passions for reading, cooking, and sewing (especially baby things and quilts.) She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandma. Laura was united in marriage to Raymond E. Paul on February 12, 1972. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Laura is survived by her loving husband Raymond E. “Butch” Paul of over 52 years; a son Matthew Gerard and his wife Quynh Anh Paul; a daughter Rachel Erin and her husband Jeffrey Pommier; a sister Francie Geisendorfer; four grandchildren: Grace Pommier, Leah Pommier, George Paul, John Pommier; a loving church family; and many friends

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10AM Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in LaCygne. A rosary will be prayed 7PM Wednesday at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, LaCygne Chapel. No visitation is scheduled. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 304, LaCygne, KS 66040. Online condolences can be made at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Stabbing incident in Linn County Kansas

On May 05, 2024, at 11:51pm, the Linn County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a Citizen stating that he had been stabbed. 

The Citizen stated that he was waiting at a convenience store in Parker, Kansas where he was to meet a friend. The Citizen stated that while waiting a white male approached his vehicle and they engaged him in conversation.

The white male then forced the Citizen to drive him to LaCygne, Ks. at knife point. During the drive the Citizen abruptly stopped the vehicle and had an altercation with the suspect where the Citizen was stabbed.

The suspect exited the vehicle and ran away from the scene. The Citizen returned to Parker and met with Linn County Deputies and medical services. In the morning hours of May 6, 2024, the white male was located by another Linn County Citizen, the suspect was known to the Citizen and transported to Miami County. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office was notified of this situation.

Miami County authorities were notified and located the white male and he was taken into custody. Linn County Sheriff’s personnel transferred the white male who is identified as Damien Scott Patterson to the Linn County Jail where he will await formal charges. Parker Police responded to assist with the incident.

- Linn County Kansas Sheriff Kevin J. Friend

Update: LaCygne Kansas man injured in Bates County crash

On Monday March 18th around 8:36 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County County Sheriff's Deputies, Bates County EMS and Butler Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident on D Highway just east of CR NE 5003 east of Passaic.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the westbound 2006 Ford F-150 driven by 67 year old Larry D. Owens of LaCygne, Kansas traveled off the left side of the roadway and overturned.

Mr. Owens sustained moderate injuries and he was transported by ambulance to Bates County Memorial Hospital for treatment.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=240133910

Traffic Alert: Two vehicle accident on D Highway east of Passaic

The Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies, Bates County EMS and Butler Fire Department is on scene of a two vehicle accident on D Highway around 3 miles east of Z Highway in rural Passaic.

Please avoid this area! 

This story has been updated:

https://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2024/03/update-lacygne-kansas-man-injured.html

Obituary - Edwin Eugene Nelson

Edwin Eugene Nelson, 91 of Adrian, Missouri unexpectedly passed away on Thursday February 8, 2024 at his home in Adrian. Cremation, with memorial services to be scheduled for a later date. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel. (816-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Edwin was born on March 29, 1932 in Drexel, Missouri the son of James Nelson and Bernice (Twyman) Nelson. He was a graduate of Adrian High School in 1950. After graduation, he served in the U.S. Military (Army) in Korea. Later, he worked several years at the Bendix Corporation in Kansas City. He graduated from the Pipefitter Apprenticeship and worked as a Pipefitter for several years. He also worked at the power plant in LaCygne, KS and later at the General Motors Leed's Plant in KC. He finished his career at Honeywell as a Pipefitter and later as a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler, where he retired in 1997.

On Nov. 9, 1952, he married the love of his life, Doris Clark. They had two sons, Steve & Kevin. He received Jesus as his personal savior at a young age, and until the mid 60's, they lived in the Burdette community where Edwin served in the Burdette Baptist Church. Then hẹ built a horse just north of Adrian and they moved there in 1966. Edwin and Doris lived there until she passed away on December 7, 2002, after 50 years of marriage.

Although Doris & Edwin never had grandchildren, they had lots of nieces and nephews who would come to visit them and spend the night. Doris taught them how to craft and cook, and Edwin taught several of them how to drive and how to work and do a quality job they could be proud of. They both enjoyed that very much.

After Doris' death, Edwin would frequently go to the Crescent Hill Cemetery to see Doris' grave and to talk to her. That meant a lot to him through the years.

In early 2018, he shattered his elbow and decided to move into Adrian where he lived his remaining years. He loved going to Yoss' Thrifway Store and the Dollar Store, where he could socialize as well as pick up a few items he needed. His highlight of the week was receiving meals delivered to him by Homebound Meals from the Butler Senior Center. All doctor appointments had to be scheduled around receiving those meals!!

Edwin always enjoyed working with his hands and always had tools nearby as he could fix almost anything. He loved being outside in the fresh air and sunshine. Anyone who knew him knows that he enjoyed anything related to older cars and tractors, and he "collected" any and every thing that he could purchase at a good price. He would not throw anything away. He was very resourceful and made things last. The last few years, Steve spent a lot of time with him and would take him to Butler to do some shopping. When he took him to Wal-Mart, Steve would just leave him in the Hardware aisle just let him shop. Steve said he was like a kid in a toy store. He always had “project” that he wanted to work on. That is what kept him going as he live by himself for 21 years.

Edwin was preceded in death by his parents, James and Bernice Nelson; his wife, Doris Nelson; one brother, Donald Nelson; 2 sisters, Goldie Saathoff and Doris Sherman; one sister-in-law, Maedine Nelson; and two brother-in-laws, Rogers Saathoff and Wayne Sherman; relatives from his wife's side of the family: Roy and Millie Clark, Jean and Denver Stark, Denny Stark, Jerry Clark, Richard Clark, Mici Clark, Joe Clark, & Jeffrey.

Survivors include: Steve (Madilyn) Nelson and grand dog Mardy of Belton, MO and Kevin (Cindy) Nelson of Independence, MO as well as numerous nieces/nephews (and their families) in several states.

Edwin will be forever remembered and deeply missed.

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