Obituary - Richard "Pete" Wigger

Funeral services for Richard "Pete" Wigger will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 17, 2014 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Virgil Cemetery, Virgil City, Missouri.

   Richard “Pete” Eugene Wigger, age 85 of Butler, Missouri, died Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Medicalodge of Butler. He was born February 18, 1928 to Floyd and Alice Wilson Wigger in Story Lake, Iowa.    Pete is survived by four daughters, Clara Hohmann and husband Russel of Odgen, Utah, Richie Minks of Springfield, Missouri, Alice May Bogue of Butler, Missouri and Audrey Clinton of Southwest City, Missouri; one brother, Bob Jones and wife Pat of Champaign, Illinois; one sister, Jackie Carpenter and husband Ed of Davenport, Iowa; 7 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Mishie in 2010; one brother, Rex; and one grandson, Chris Hohmann.

Amber Alert Issued For Missing Missouri Child

Mitchell Farris (6 months-old)

Last seen Jan 2, 2014 in Anderson, MO

Vehicle:

• 2004 Ford Freestar, Red
  Missouri license plate #UH7D2R
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The Anderson Police Department has issued an Amber Alert for a child abduction that occurred on January 2, 2014 at 10 Riverview Dr. Apt. #2 in Anderson, Missouri. Abducted was Mitchell Farris. The suspect vehicle is a red 2004 Ford Freestar bearing MO license UH7D2R. The suspects are Preston Farris and Anastasia McDaniel. Anyone seeing the victim, suspect or vehicle or anyone having any information related to the abduction should immediately dial 911 to contact the nearest law enforcement agency or call the Anderson Police Department at (417) 845-2681.

If you have information, contact:

Anderson Police Department

Call: 417-845-2681 or 911

Missing child:

Mitchell Farris

• Age now: 6 months-old
• Sex: Male
• Skin: White

Suspects

Preston Wayne Farris

• Age now: 34 years-old
• Sex: Male
• Skin: White
• Hair: Brown
• Eyes: Blue
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches
• Weight: 230 pounds

Anastasia Lynn McDaniel

• Age now: 30 years-old
• Sex: Female
• Skin: White
• Eyes: Blue
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches
• Weight: 172 pounds

Vernon County Sheriff's Press Release: Johnson Promoted to Detective

Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher announced this week that Sergeant Dave Johnson has been promoted to Detective. According to the Sheriff, a detective spot became available after Lieutenant John Randall assumed command of the road deputies as Patrol Lieutenant. Mosher said Deputy Johnson started working for the Sheriff’s Office in January of 2010. Johnson worked in the Jail before being promoted to road deputy. Mosher said Deputy Johnson was promoted to road sergeant in the spring of 2013 and “has been doing an excellent job.” Johnson had been recognized recently for perfect attendance and his willingness to come in on his days off when needed. Johnson also worked for the Barton County Sheriff’s Office for a short time. Mosher said Johnson has taken training involving crime scene investigation, death investigation, interviewing sexual assault victims as well as other investigative training. Detective Johnson said he was looking forward to serving the citizens of Vernon County in his new position.

Douty's Auto Service January Special

January Special at Douty's Auto Service 5qt Oil Change (house brand) Tire Rotation and 32 Point Inspection For Only $44.99 Walk Ins Welcome or call @ 660-227-6085

Butler Junior High and Senior High School Grade Cards

Butler Junior and Senior High School Grade Cards are ready to be picked up in the High School office from 7:30 – 3:30 Monday thru Friday. 

 

MoDOT Crews Fanning Out Across Southwest Missouri Filling Potholes‏

MoDOT Crews Fanning Out Across

Southwest Missouri Filling Potholes

Drivers should watch for short-term lane closings and crews and equipment filling potholes across southwest Missouri over the next several days, the Missouri Department of Transportation said. Crews will work during the day today ahead of the rains.  If necessary, crews will work Saturday to address the pavement issues.  Crews will be back at it early next week to fill potholes that have developed after recent cold temperatures and winter storms. Potholes are typical after moisture seeps into cracks in the pavement.  The freeze/thaw cycle causes water to expand in the pavement which causes fissures and then a pothole. Crews will address the worst and deepest potholes first and then will move to more minor potholes.

BCMH EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH OF JANUARY

BCMH EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH OF JANUARY

 

MELISSA COOPER is recognized as the Bates County Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month for January, 2014. Melissa began her employment at BCMH in 2009 as a Registered Respiratory Therapist in the Respiratory Care Department. Melissa not only performs her job with professionalism, she cares for the well-being of the patient. She will step in and assist with patient care as needed in addition to her respiratory care duties. She is enthusiastic and cheerful, giving suggestions on how to improve work processes and staff recognition in the hospital. Melissa is an asset to the BCMH Staff

Obituary - Roy Dale Crist

Funeral services for Roy Crist will be 11 a.m. Monday, January 13, 2014 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Heartland Hospice or Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

   Roy Dale Crist, age 88 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, January 9, 2014 at Medicalodge of Butler. He was born March 29, 1925 to William Otis and Flora Agnes Whitehead Crist in Appleton City, Missouri.    Roy is survived by his wife, Georgia Crist of Butler, Missouri; one son, David Crist and wife Kathy of Butler, Missouri; two daughters, Cathy Keeble and husband Mike of Leawood, Kansas and Lucille Mundey and husband Alan of Butler, Missouri; one brother, Raymond Crist and wife Dorothy “Dot” of Butler, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Kathy Crist of Gladstone, Missouri; four grandchildren, Chrissy Young and husband Jon, Sarah Newcomer and husband Ryan, Brandy Crist and fiance Mattie Ward and Nate Crist; and one great-grandson, Joey. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Dean Crist; and two sisters, Opal Dennis and Myrtle Miller.