Obituary - Billy J. VanSickle

Billy J. VanSickle

Billy J. VanSickle, 89, of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, departed this life on November 5, 2015 at Pleasant Hill Health and Rehab Center surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born August 5, 1926 in Macon, Missouri to Orin Leroy VanSickle and Emma Anna (DeGrott) VanSickle.

He grew up in Macon and attended high school there. At the age of 17, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served in World War II aboard the USS Idaho in the Pacific as well as during the Korean Conflict. He met and married the love of his life, Marie Seward, on December 25, 1949 and always considered her “Christmas doll”. Bill was a tool and die maker and worked for many aircraft manufacturing companies around the United States. After living in California for 18 years, he and his family moved to Pleasant Hill. He retired from AT&T in Lee’s Summit. He also established Pleasant Acres Tree Farm and sold Christmas trees and landscaping trees for 20 years. Bill was a member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Lee’s Summit, who supported him with their prayers and presence throughout his illness. He was also a member of VFW Post 3118. He was an avid fan of the Chiefs, Royals and KU Jayhawks and loved watching his grandsons play football. He will be remembered for his quick wit, sense of humor and relentless orneriness.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Loren VanSickle and Otto VanSickle, and a daughter, Rhonda VanSickle.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marie VanSickle, son Dan VanSickle (Becky) of Greenwood, Missouri and daughter Deb Deatrick (Scott) of Rogersville, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Staci Kelley, Danae Grace, Abbie Durr, Jessica Novotney, Dana Deatrick, Alex Burau, Austin Burau, Blake Burau and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Clint VanSickle (Linda) of Blue Springs, and two sisters, Betty Enke, Blue Springs,and Shirley Smith (Glenn) Kansas City and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A memorial service will be held 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 700 NE Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit with visitation beginning at 2:30. Pastor Craig Otto will officiate.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of DaVita Dialysis for their kindness, care and encouragement for Bill over the last year. Cremation will be accorded.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the St. Matthew Lutheran Church Building Fund.

Arrangements have be entrusted to Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, Missouri.

Teenager seriously injured in Cass County Crash

Around 3:15 p.m. yesterday the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with the Cass County Sheriffs Office responded to a one vehicle accident East 233rd Street just East of C Highway in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2002 Ford Escort driven by 18 year old Lauren A. Ellsworth of Grandview, Missouri ran off the right side of the roadway, Overcorrected and crossed the center line before striking a embankment and overturning several times ejecting the driver.

Lauren A. Ellsworth sustained serious injuries in this accident and was life flighted to Research Medical Center in Kansas City.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene by Johnson's Tow.

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Updated Obituary - Larry Wayne Pettibon

  Larry Wayne Pettibon

Larry Wayne Pettibon, age 70, of Bronaugh, MO, formerly of El Dorado Springs and Nevada, passed away November 5, 2015 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin. He was born April 26, 1945 in Fort Scott, KS, the son of Wendel Durwood and Ethel Mae (Wolfe) Pettibon. On October 4, 1968 he was united in marriage to Betty L. Burdick at the Pine Street Baptist Church and she preceded him in death on November 7, 2014.

Larry attended school in Nevada and El Dorado Springs as well as attending a few of his early years at Nash School outside of Nevada. Shortly after his school years he served our country in the United States Army with service including a tour in Munich, Germany as a border guard. He received his Honorable Discharge on October 11, 1971. Upon moving to El Dorado Springs he painted cars for Fugate Motors and for people he knew or met during his life. For more than twenty years he was employed at Cecomo/Barrington in El Dorado Springs as a spot-welder in the duct manufacturing business. In his spare time he loved to tinker with cars and lawn mowers. Larry was an extremely private person who kept to himself but did enjoy a good conversation one-on-one anytime. He enjoyed spending time with family and fishing when time allowed. He was of the Baptist faith and attended church in Bronaugh.

Survivors include his daughter, Lisa Nichols and husband Robert of Nevada; grandchildren, LaDonna Fleener, Timothy Nichols, and Andrea Moore; six great grandchildren; siblings, Carolyn Alexander; Ron Pettibon and wife Rhonda; and Judy McGuirk and husband Kent Ed; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lana Gray; and his infant son, Timothy Dean Pettibon.

A Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 14, 2015 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. just prior to the service also at the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date in the Welborn Cemetery.

Those who wish may contribute in his memory to the Welborn Cemetery in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Longtime Bates County Memorial Hospital employee retires after 45 years

Judy Taylor and Ed Hannon CEO

After 45 years of combined service to Bates County Memorial Hospital, Judy Taylor was honored with a gift from the hospital in recognition of her retirement on November 3, 2015.

Judy began her employment in February, 1969 as a Transcription Clerk in the Medical Records Department, where she worked until January, 1976. In March, 1977, Judy came back to work at the hospital as a Utilization Review Clerk for the Nursing Department, where she has continued to work until her retirement.

Judy has seen tremendous changes in healthcare, health insurance, and technology throughout her years of service. Judy’s dedication and loyalty to the hospital will be greatly missed.

Judy plans to enjoy her “free” time with her family and friends, and perhaps some volunteer work in the future. Judy, and her husband, Tom, live in Butler.

Obituary - Jean Chapman

Jean Chapman, 87, Adrian, Missouri, died Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Adrian Manor in Adrian, Missouri. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian with visitation from 1:00-2:00. Burial will be in Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Crossroads Hospice, 14310 E. 42nd Street South, Unit 600, Market Place Shopping Center, Independence, MO 64055.

(A complete obituary will be posted when available).

Obituary - Dolores Laverne Grant

Dolores Laverne Grant, 84, Nevada, MO passed from this life on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Nevada Nursing and Rehab in Nevada. Dolores was born on June 7, 1931 in Chicago, IL. She was united in marriage to Albert R. Grant and he preceded her in death on December 16, 1981.

Dolores grew up in Chicago and for a time was a member of the Chicago Thunderbird Roller Derby Team. In 1977 she came to Nevada and has resided here since that time. Dolores began working for the Nevada R-5 Schools as a bus driver and continued to drive for 20 years until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her dog and watching birds.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in Olive Branch Cemetery, Milo, MO. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at the funeral home.

Garden City man arrested in Bates County

Robert Jeffries

On 11/4/15 around 2:20 p.m. The Missouri State Highway in Bates County arrested 30 year old Robert Jeffries of Garden City, Missouri.
 
Mr. Jeffries was arrested on 1.) Felony Probation and Parole Warrant for Vandalism. 

He was booked into the Bates County Jail and placed on No bond.


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Obituary - Eileen Emma Mohlfeld

Eileen Emma Mohlfeld

Eileen Emma Mohlfeld, age 78, formerly of Nevada, MO passed from this life on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at her son’s home in Oronogo. She was born Thursday, December 17, 1936 in Wisner, NE, the daughter of George and Martha (Hass) Wilhelm. On July 8, 1961 she was united in marriage to Alvin Otto Mohlfeld at St. Matthews Lutheran Church and he preceded her in death on November 11, 2012.

Eileen lived with her family on a farm in Wisner where she also attended school, graduating as Valedictorian of the Class of 1954. After she and Alvin were married they became the proud parents of four children whom were all born while they family lived on the Nebraska farm. In the mid-1980’s the family moved to Missouri settling on a farm near Moundville after deciding they might enjoy a bit warmer climate. She and Alvin both worked at the Nevada Rehabilitation Center for a time and after twenty-two years of employment Eileen retired in 2008. In early 2013 Eileen moved to Oronogo to be near family. She was a lifelong homemaker who was well known for her fried chicken, pumpkin and pecan pies, cinnamon twists, and her love of anything chocolate. When time allowed she enjoyed flower gardening, birdwatching, and caring for her cats. But her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially spoiling her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a longtime member of the First Trinity Lutheran Church in Altona, NE before moving her membership to the Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Scott, KS. While attending church in Nebraska she served with the Ladies Aid Committee within the church and was also a member of the local Garden Club.

Survivors include her four children, Clark Mohlfeld and wife Connie of Bennington, NE; Scott Mohlfeld and wife Cheri of Liberal; Judith Evans and husband Darryl of Olathe, KS; and Keith Mohlfeld and fiancé Lisa Jenkins of Oronogo; grandchildren, Brandon, Dalton, Haley, Paige, and Triston Mohlfeld, Danielle Kimerer, Brittany Evans, Gabriel Jenkins, Christopher Canet, and Cordell, Keeley, and Kelsey Ross; great grandchildren, Brody Ely, Jacklyn and Eloise Kimerer, Branton Walker, Toran Peel, and Dayton Morley; brother-in-law, Carl Henshaw; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Harvey and Bonnie Mohlfeld; and sister-in-law June Wilhelm; cousins, nieces and nephews, along with other extended family members. Of special mention is her beloved kitty, Bobbi, whom was her constant companion. Aside from her husband, Eileen was preceded in death by her brother, Donald Wilhelm. The family would also like to extend a special Thank You to Lisa and Cheri who took wonderful care of Eileen these past years.

Funeral services for Eileen Emma Mohlfeld will be held at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Friday, November 6, 2015 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Scott, KS with Pastor Theodore Cook, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 p.m. in the Fort Scott National Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO.

Those who wish may contribute in her memory to the National Parkinson’s Foundation or Hospice Compassus in Lamar in care of Ferry Funeral Home.