Sunday, December 4, 2016
Bucket list: Check this one done...
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| 1989: Scott Wilson and his prized 1971 Chevy 4x4 |
Scott Wilson of Harrisonville got to do just that, and is both humbled and thrilled by the experience at the auction on Saturday. He was chosen to be a driver for cars headed to the center stage auction block.
"For any true car buff, this is something you have to do. It's one of those real bucket list items" said Wilson by phone today, who got to drive a total of three cars across the stage.
A real bonus was getting to choose which cars you drive. "You pick the car you want and put your hat in the seat. I went to do just that in a Lamborghini Gallardo, but there was already a hat in the seat".
Wilson wasn't bothered by that. His hat did go into the seat of a 1972 Camaro, a 1975 K5 Chevy Blazer and a 1986 Buick Grand National turbo. His favorite? The Camaro. "It was a nice resto mod car. Corvette engine, modified suspension and chassis, disc brakes and all. Really nicely done". Unfortunately, the car didn't reach the $45,000 reserve price. It got close at $41,000.
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| With pass in hand, Scott Wilson is ready to cross the stage at the Mecum Auto Auction at Bartle Hall on Saturday |
He was quick to point out that Saturday was the best day to be a part of the auction, since the most expensive cars are sold the last day; and the holding area will filled with about anything you could imagine from high end vintage trucks to race cars.
A love for cars and trucks goes deep with Wilson. One of his first projects was breathing new life into his 1971 Chevy 4x4 truck that was truly a labor of love that started at age 13- financed by selling aluminum cans and whatever else he could do to make money.
And all that certainly paid off for Scott. His prized possession has been featured on the cover of Four Wheeler magazine and has won numerous trophies over the years.
In his spare time, Scott spends a lot of time in his shop building more projects and painting, which is something he's well known for.
As far as the auction business goes? "I'll do it again if I can. Next time they come to town, I'll be there if at all possible!".
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| Thumbs up and ready to go Scott Wilson behind the wheel of a 1972 Camaro he drove across the stage at Bartle Hall this weekend |
Obituary - Patsy Stapleton
Patsy Stapleton 78 of Creighton, Missouri departed this life on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri.
Final arrangements entrusted to Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri.
Service time and a complete obituary will be posted when that information becomes available.
Final arrangements entrusted to Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri.
Service time and a complete obituary will be posted when that information becomes available.
Obituary - James W. “Jim” Winters
James W. “Jim” Winters, 82 of Louisburg, Kansas and formerly of Drexel, Missouri passed away December 4, 2016 at Louisburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation where he was a resident. It was Jim’s desire to be cremated and a private graveside memorial service will be held at Glenwild Cemetery near Cleveland, Missouri.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Nazarene Church in Drexel. Arrangements under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home – Drexel Chapel (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
A complete obituary will be published as the information becomes available.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Nazarene Church in Drexel. Arrangements under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home – Drexel Chapel (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
A complete obituary will be published as the information becomes available.
Suicidal man in Garden City
The Garden City Police Department was alerted to a man in mental health crisis threatening to harm himself in the 300 block of Main Street.
A Garden City Police Department Crisis Intervention Team Officer (CIT) was dispatched to the scene and talk to the man into seeking medical attention.
A Garden City Police Department Crisis Intervention Team Officer (CIT) was dispatched to the scene and talk to the man into seeking medical attention.
The man was transported by Garden City EMS to Cass Regional Medical Center. Garden City Police Chief Thomas Alber implemented the CIT program in Garden City to more effectively respond to these situations The CIT program is designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crisis. They are built on strong partnerships between law enforcement, mental health provider agencies and individuals and families affected by mental illness
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Updated Obituary - Judi Merritt (Adkins) Vanderburg
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| Judi Merritt (Adkins) Vanderburg |
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am, Monday, December 5, 2016 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior. Inurnment will be at Englewood Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Henry County Historical Society and may be left in care of the funeral home. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.
Judi was born on December 4, 1951 in Clinton, Missouri to Henry M. Adkins and Jane Ermine Sigler. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Clinton and the Henry County Historical Society. She was a great bowler, loved playing slots and scratcher tickets, enjoyed traveling, swimming and was known as “the best diver in Clinton.” She enjoyed antique shopping, planting flowers, crocheting and swimming. Judi had a special place in her heart for animals, she loved Elvis, and very dearly loved her grandchildren.
Judi was preceded in death by her father Henry “Hank” Adkins, her grandparents, and her baby sister, Janet Elizabeth Adkins.
Among survivors are her mother; Jane Adkins of Clinton, MO, son; Dustin Vanderburg of Clinton, MO, three daughters; Erin Stout (Chris) of Liberty, MO, Nikki Groom (Shawn) of Clinton, MO, and Morgan Vanderburg-Carter (Brian) of Deepwater, MO, sister; Janie Luker of Clinton, MO, nine grandchildren; Makayla, Logan, Katlyn, Riley, Lana, Keira, Collin, Machele, and Evan, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home of Clinton, Missouri.
Kansas City man arrested in Henry County
On 12/3/16 around 8:20pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Henry County arrested 36 year old Matthew K. Chiles of Kansas City, Missouri.
Mr. Chiles was arrested for 1.) Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance- Methamphetamine 2.) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 3.) Speeding 4.) No Seatbelt.
He was booked into the Henry County Jail and placed on a 24 hour hold.
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Mr. Chiles was arrested for 1.) Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance- Methamphetamine 2.) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 3.) Speeding 4.) No Seatbelt.
He was booked into the Henry County Jail and placed on a 24 hour hold.
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