Obituary - Michael Klassen

Michael Klassen, 60, Urich, Missouri departed this life on Saturday, September 30, 2017 at his home.

He is survived by his companion, Debbie Jay of the home; 6 children, Jeff Klassen, Clinton, Missouri, Shaun Klassen, Leavenworth, Kansas, Michelle Klassen, Green Bay, Wisconsin, Brian Klassen, Madison, Wisconsin, William Klassen and wife Brittany, Clover, Wisconsin, Micheal Klassen, West Plains, Missouri; 4 grandchildren; his mother, Anna Marie "Amy" Klassen, Norfolk, Nebraska; a brother, Rick Klassen, Norfolk, Nebraska; two sisters, Annette Kunzman, Lincoln, Nebraska, Mary Jo Fay, Moville, Iowa; other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 pm with the Rosary at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri.

Funeral Mass will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 5, 2017 at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Urich, Missouri with cremation to follow the service.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Urich Volunteer Fire Department.

A complete obituary will be published when it becomes available.

Nevada Police Department execute search warrant in drug distribution investigation

John D. Howell Sr.

In the early morning hours of Monday October 2, 2017 Nevada Police executed a search warrant at a residence in the 600 block of S. Commercial Street in response to reports of illegal drug activity at that location.

Officers had recently developed information regarding a male subject at that location that had reportedly been involved in the distribution of illegal narcotics.

During the search of the residence officers located and seized suspected methamphetamine and marijuana. The evidence seized from the residence will be sent to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crime Lab for further analysis.

One male subject, identified as John D. Howell Sr., age 50 of Nevada was taken into custody for investigation of distribution of a controlled substance and transported to the Vernon County Jail for holding.

On Monday October 2, 2017 the following charges were filed against Howell through the Vernon County Associate Court:

Delivery of a Controlled Substance, Felony C

Howell is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $50,000 cash only bond.

Citizens are encouraged to contact the police if they have any information that would be helpful to combat crime.

For questions regarding crime prevention techniques or to start a Neighborhood Watch Program, contact the Nevada Police Department at (417) 448-5100.

To report criminal activities call 911 or us the Tip Hotline (417) 667-8477.

Dear Sherwood School Parents!

Sherwood Parents - At 3:05pm today a false fire alarm was sounded when a student activated one of the emergency pull stations. 

All students and staff were cleared from the building in a safe manner, all students were accounted for their safety, and once the building was clear the alarm was turned off and students were then allowed to dismiss for the day. As a result some students may arrive home 5 to 10 minutes later than usual.

Earlier in the day at 1:00 PM we had a schoolwide fire drill, and in both instances all of our students and staff did a great job. Thank you to our students for being safe and patient, and thank you to our teachers and staff who kept students calm and safe. If you have questions or concerns please reach out to Dr. Ritter at 660-499-2239 extension 400 during the school day tomorrow.

Looking for something to do this weekend?

From the Garden City Fire Department

Job Opening In Butler

Quality Home Care Inc. Is looking for a Rn to do in home assessments. 

This is a part time position, set your own schedule around what works best for you.

Please call 660-679-6733 or come by 1300 N. Orange St. for ap[plication and interview

Police Pursuit ends just South of Cass County line

Randle J Smith

On October 2, 2017 at approximately 0230hrs the Bates County Sheriff’s Office was notified that the Linn County Sheriff’s Deputy was in pursuit of a vehicle that just entered into Bates County. Deputies entered the pursuit while other deputies set up spikes at CC Hwy and FF Hwy. 

The vehicle attempted to drive around the spikes by driving through the ditch. The front tire struck the spikes. The vehicle continued to drive northbound throughout the gravel roads. The vehicle came to a stop on a gravel road north of AA Hwy just south of the Cass County line.

The driver exited the vehicle and was noncompliant with the deputies. A K9 was deployed and assisted in taking the subject into custody.

A second subject was discovered in the vehicle and was taken into custody without any incident. The male subject was transported to the Bates County Memorial Hospital where he received treatment for his injuries. Both subjects were then transported to the Bates County Sheriff’s Office.

The male subject was identified as Randle J Smith, w/m 2/25/1986 from Kansas City Kansas. He is being held on a Kansas Probation warrant with no bond. Charges in Missouri are pending out of Missouri related to the pursuit.

The female subject was identified as Kay L Smith 5/7/1993 from Kansas City Kansas. She was transported to Bates County on Lees Summit warrants for failure to appear and received a court date and released.

Bates County Sheriff’s Office Chad Anderson, Sheriff 6 West Ft. Scott Street Butler, Mo 64730 Phone 660-679-3232

Obituary - James "Jim" F. Trumbore

Funeral services for James "Jim" F. Trumbore will be 11 a.m. Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. 

Visitation will be prior to the services from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri. Contributions to Happy Hill Church of God Building Fund. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
James “Jim” Frances Trumbore, age 77 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, October 1, 2017 at his home in Butler. He was born June 13, 1940 to James Frances and Lillian Hannah Schuppe Trumbore in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Jim is survived by his wife, Shirley Trumbore of Butler, Missouri; three sons, David Trumbore of Carthage, Missouri, Jake Trumbore of Reading, Pennsylvania and Troy Trumbore and wife Leigh of Butler, Missouri; three daughters, Susan Foster and husband David of Joplin, Missouri, Tracy Collings and husband Mike of Harrisonville, Missouri and Wendy Robinette and husband Mike of Butler, Missouri; three sisters, Betty Mayberry, Sarah McGonigle and Barbara Bleiler, all of Allentown, Pennsylvania; 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Daniel Trumbore, one grandson, Austin Davenport; one brother, Gary Trumbore; and one sister, Margaret Pitten.