Updated Obituary - Veronica Rose Blake

Veronica Rose Blake

Veronica Rose Blake, 31, Nevada, MO left this world on Monday, March 27,2017 due to a car accident she had no control of. Veronica was born June 26, 1985 in Columbia, MO to Ralph Henry and Mary Anna (Murray) Blake.

Rose grew up in Richards. She loved Richards. Played in tree house with her brother and many friends. Loved Richard's Days. Liked having a garden and planting flowers. Enjoyed going on family fishing trips and swimming at Erickson's Ford located in Hickory County. Loved going to Pomme de Terre Lake and the Marina at the Dam. Went frogging several times. Also Bushwhacker Days. 

She always went way overboard on holidays and birthdays. The day she graduated from high school she said she was sad because she loved going to school. She was a whiz on a computer. Rose was the happiest when she had all of her friends around her.

She tried to do for her friends all she could. Rose always said she wanted to help the less fortunate and she tried.

Survivors include three children, Alyssa, Taylor, and William of the home; her parents Doc and Mary Blake, Nevada; one brother, Kevin Blake, Nevada; several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be held from 5-7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2017 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Memorials are suggested to American Cancer Society in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Arrest warrant issued for Clinton man

Brandon Vanblaricon

On March 30, a St. Clair County warrant was issued for Brandon Vanblaricon, 37, Clinton, charging him with class C felony possession of a controlled substance and class A misdemeanor unlawful possession of an illegal weapon. Bond is set at $20,000 cash or surety. 

The charges stem from a St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office investigation on Nov. 28, 2016 when deputies were dispatched to Countyside Trading Post, Osceola, in reference to a male subject passed out over the steering wheel of his vehicle. The vehicle was at the gas pumps and had been there for approximately one hour.

When the deputies arrived on scene contact was made withVanblaricon, who was in the driver’s seat. During the investigation a set of brass knuckles and a plastic bag containing a substance that field tested positive for methamphetamine were located in his possession.

Sheriff Keeler urges those with any information related to the location of Vanblaricon or any other cases to contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.

Appleton City woman arrested in St. Clair County

Keri Wright

On March 28, Keri Wright, 23, Appleton City, was arrested on two St. Clair County warrants for failing to appear in court on ordinance violations of no registration and driving while revoked. 

The warrants were issued on March 20 and stem from an Appleton City Police Department investigation in June 2016. Bond is set at $455.50.

Newest Miami R-1 National Honor Society Members

The newest members of Miami's National Honor Society is Brianne Popplewell, Jake Mager, Ruby Hughling, and Kendall Tidman

Job Opening In Rich Hill

Magic Years is taking applications for a daycare assistant in Rich Hill. Full/part time and PRN available. 

Must be over 18 and pass a background screening. Stop by 721 S. 5th St. in Rich Hill for an application.

Updated Obituary - Dale H. Myers

Dale H. Myers

Dale H. Myers, 75, of Belton, Missouri, formerly of Peculiar, Missouri, died Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Lenexa, Kansas. Funeral Service 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the Atkinson Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri with visitation at 10:00 a.m. until service time. 

Burial in Peculiar Cemetery, Peculiar. Memorial contributions may be made to Joyful Sound Worship Center, 11400 E. 218 Street, Peculiar, Missouri 64078.


Dale was born January 25, 1942 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Loyd and Josephine (Davis) Myers. On April 5, 1968 he was united in marriage to Judith “Judy” Ann Shipman in Kansas City, Missouri. Taking pride in everything he touched, he worked as a residential and commercial painter throughout his life. He moved to Belton in 2006 and was in the process of moving to Lenexa to be with his daughter Peggy and her family. Dale was an active and cherished member of Joyful Sound Worship Center in Peculiar.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Judy on March 10, 2001; and one sister, Pearl Kasavage. He is survived by two sons, Scott Myers (Kerri) and Michael Myers (Karla) both of Garden City, MO; two daughters, Tammy Riddle (Dean) of Independence, MO and Peggy Ross (Charlie) of Lenexa, KS; three sisters, Francis McWhorter, Mary Brymer and Cathy Deveney all of Houston, TX; 13 grandchildren, Cody (Madison), Dylan, Andrew, Brandon, Garrett, Makayla, Victoria, Ciara, Marah, Abigail, Haley, Raymond (Jamie) and Neita; 6 great-grandchildren, Greggory, Hannah, Kyera, Nevaeh, Mayden and Kellen; and 4 godchildren, Devin, Destiny, Dylan and Alisa. Dale was passionate about woodworking, fishing, and spending time with his kids and grandkids. He spent his days taking care of his granddaughters- Marah, Abigail, and Haley.

Dale was known in the community as Papa Dale. He attended as many sporting events, musical concerts, and other activities of his grandkids as possible. He could always make you laugh and his smile would light up the room. He loved fiercely and was fiercely loved. He will be greatly missed.

Job Opening In Butler

SERVICE TECHNICIAN NEEDED!
On The Go Johns of Butler, MO is looking for a service tech for delivery, set up and servicing portable toilets. Must be 18 yrs or older, clean background and driving record, able to work some evenings and weekends - hours will vary and need to be a little flexible!
 
MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUG TEST.
Must be reliable and dependable as those are the standards that we have built this business on. 

Anyone interested please call/text to set up an appointment. It's a busy time right now so we will get back to you as soon as we can. 

660-200-5420 Brent
660-200-5402 Kendra

Periodic Rain Today... Dry Conditions Return Friday

Off and on rain showers expected today before dry conditions return tomorrow...briefly. Additional rain and thunderstorms resume Saturday evening.