Obituary- William ‘Bill’ Hamilton

William ‘Bill’ Hamilton, age 83, of Clinton, MO, formerly of Deepwater, died at Westwood Living Center, on Friday, December 16, 2016. 

Bill was born May 19, 1933 to William Henry Hamilton, Jr. and Eva May 'Davis' Hamilton of Deepwater, MO.  Bill served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He was often found playing cards with family and friends.

Survivors include several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister.

Under the direction of Consalus Funeral Home.

Time to set the record straight

Mark Muller

Mid America Live News was contacted this afternoon by Mark Muller the owner of Max Motors.

Mark informed us of a rumor that was going around about him being arrested.

Well we all know Mark and how much of a American Patriot he is and although he can get a little crazy at times he has NOT been arrested.

Mark would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and if you're in the market for a new or used vehicle please head on down to America's Car Dealership Max Motors.



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A true symbol of America

Tricia Collings Morrow of Adrian sent us this photo of 2 Bald Eagles hanging out on Deer Creek Lake this afternoon in Adrian.

A hero laid to rest

The Butler Fire Department assisted the Showengerdt Funeral Chapel this afternoon in a funeral procession of fallen brother.

Butler Fire Department member and Butler Animal Control Officer Rodger J. Cecil passed away December 16th after a brief illness.

Rodger was very loved and a great valuable asset to our community. Rodger is survived by his wife, Brenda Cecil and their dog, Sparky J. Cecil.

Contributions can be made to House of Hound or Last Harvest Cowboy Church -  Photo Submitted 

Water main break in Butler

Crews from the city of Butler are currently working to repair a broken water main at Pine and Austin streets in Butler.

It is unknown just how long the repair will take; Mid America Live will post updates as they become available.

Oklahoma man arrested in Cass County

On 12/21/16 around 1:21am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County arrested 20 year old Sheldon T. Willis of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Mr. Willis was arrested for 1.) Felony Property Damage 2.) Felony Resisting Arrest.

He was booked into the Cass County Jail and placed on a 24 hour investigative hold.


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Southern Missouri man arrested in Bates County

On 12/20/16 around 5:47pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County arrested 43 year old Asa M. Pease of Anderson, Missouri.

Mr. Pease was arrested for 1.) Felony Probation and Parole Warrant - Forgery. 

He was booked into the Bates County Jail and currently being held on no bond.


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Obituary - Anita Elisbeth (Paulin) Shepard

Anita Elisbeth (Paulin) Shepard

Funeral Mass will be held at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Montrose, Missouri on Friday, December 23, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. 

Officiating at the mass will be Father Tom Hermes.

Rosary/Visitation will be at the church on Friday, December 23, 2016 with the Rosary being said from 10:00 to 10:20 a.m. followed by Visitation between 10:20 and 11:00 a.m.

Interment will be in the Appleton City Cemetery, Appleton City, Missouri . The family suggests any MEMORIAL donations be given to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.
Anita Elisbeth (Paulin) Shepard, daughter of Leo and Velma (Frizzell) Paulin, was born June 7, 1931 in Tell City, Indiana. Anita was called home by the Good Lord on December 19, 2016 when she passed peacefully at her home in Appleton City where she had been a resident since 1963.

Anita was married in 1947 to Robert L. Nix and from this union she had two children, Glen L. Nix and Wanda L. Nix. Anita’s then entered into a second marriage with James N. Shepard in 1956, who she remained married to until Jim’s death in 2000. They had one son, James N. Shepard, Jr.

Anita attended nursing school becoming a licensed practical nurse in 1971, working at Bates County Hospital in Butler, Missouri. Anita furthered her education to become a Registered Nurse in 1976 and was employed at Sac-Osage Hospital in Osceola, Missouri until her retirement in 1996. Anita was a dedicated registered nurse and highly respected in her profession. Anita was also a 31 year breast cancer survivor. She took great pride in decorating her house that she loved in with seasonal and holiday decorations. Anita also had a large collection of collector’s plates and dinnerware. Along with her appreciation for antiques she was a talented oil painter. She also enjoyed working outside in her yard and growing flowers. She took great pride in doing her own yard work, having to give it up the last two years of her life. She was given Yard of the Month award two years in a row, 2006 and 2007. Anita’s home was on the Christmas homes tour which she was very honored to be a part of in 2006. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Montrose, Missouri, which was an important part of her life, attending church until she was no longer able.

Anita was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Velma (Frizzell) Paulin; husband James N. Shepard; brother Charles Paulin sister Margie Shackelford; grandson Steve Nix.

Anita is survived by her sister Pat Rearden (Carl Ray); children: Glen Nix (Janet), Wanda Hillerman (Don), James N. Shepard, Jr.; grandchildren: Donnie Hillerman (Kelli), Mindy Arnold (Steve), Angie Doss (Dave) and Stephanie Heimann (Dale); great-grandchildren: Joshua Watson, Audrey Arnold, Alex Arnold, Levi Heiman, Arianna Nix, Hadley Heimann, Mitch Alley and Mason Alley.