Obituary - Leonard George Hunholz

Leonard George Hunholz, 90, of Concordia, Missouri died Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at his home in Concordia. Funeral services will be held 11:00am Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, Missouri. Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. 

The family will receive friends 10:00-11:00am Saturday, December 7, at the funeral home. Contributions to the charity of your choice. A complete obituary will be added when it becomes available.

From the Barton County Prosecuting Attorney

On Wednesday, November 27, 2019, Nathan Lee Jones pled guilty to 5 counts of burglary in the second degree and 5 counts of arson in the second degree for his role in the recent string of arson fires in Liberal, Missouri. 

Mr. Jones was sentenced to 7 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections on each count. 

The sentences will run concurrent. 7 years is the maximum term for these crimes. I want to thank the Missouri State Fire Marshals, Barton County Sheriff's Office, the Liberal Police and Fire Departments who worked tirelessly to solve these crimes.

Courtesy of the Barton County Prosecuting Attorney 

Obituary - Steven Bruce McNeely

Steven Bruce McNeely age 60, Urich, Missouri passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2019 at Westwood Living Center, Clinton, Missouri surrounded by his family, after his short battle with cancer. Fond memories and condolences may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com. A Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 11am with visitation one hour prior at Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri. The family suggests memorial contributions to be made to Golden Valley Hospice or to the Bruce McNeely Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Steven Bruce McNeely was born September 2, 1959 in Kansas City, Mo to Albert Dwight McNeely and Virginia Lee (Jones) McNeely. Bruce was born in Kansas City, Mo, moving to the area as a child, attending school at Davis R# 12 and Deepwater. At the age of 16, he dropped out of school to enter the work force, working at Rival Manufacturing, Cook Tractor, Sharp Bros, Pest Control, and Arm & Hammer. When he worked at Cook Tractor, he would come home for lunch, to wake his son Aaron from his nap so he wouldn't be cranky, and to play with him. Bruce liked to hunt and fish, and spend time with his family.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents Albert and May McNeely, and Amos and Anna May Jones, brother Ernie McNeely, sisters Anna May McNeely and Donna McNeely Baumgarden.

Bruce is survived by his life partner Pam Rice of Urich, Mo and their furbaby Suki, sons Aaron (Cheynne) Mc Neely, Eric (Cassie) McNeely all of Clinton, step son John (Misty) Rice, and step daughter Stacy Rice Clinton of Urich. He is survived by his brothers Richard Mathew McNeely of Clinton, and Bobby (Candy) McNeely of Urich, and sisters Darlene (Terry) Moore of Rogers, Ark. and Trudi McNeely Ross (Don Wear) of Clinton, grandchildren Savanna, Tucker, Mason, Bristol, and Linkoln McNeely, and Kiera Clinton and Jacob Stewart. Nieces and nephews Jennifer Baumgarden; Chance, Patrick, and Shane Moore; Dalyn Ross and Heather Ross Quick; Eric Carl, Megan, James, and Katie McNeely; and Kristy, Melissa, and Josie(Ernie's girls).

Bruce's wishes were to be cremated and have his ashes dispersed. Bruce was a very sweet and giving man, he never met someone who didn't like him, just like our father. The world has lost a creative and caring soul, he will be greatly missed by his loved ones.

Obituary - Benjamin Scott Heuwinkel

Benjamin “Ben” Scott Heuwinkel, age 38, of Kansas City, Missouri, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 25, 2019.

A visitation service will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2019 followed by a memorial service at 12:30 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. 

There will be a gathering of family and close friends at 2:00 p.m. following the service at Gregory’s Event Space, 401 West Pine St., Raymore, Missouri 64083

Ben was born in Kansas City, Missouri on March 16, 1981 to Ronald Heuwinkel and Diane (Theulen) Heuwinkel. Growing up, he was one of three siblings, including Jason and Andy. After graduating high school, Ben served his country in the United States Army from. He was very proud of his military service. However, Ben’s passion in life lied with his work as a mechanic. More than just a career, Ben’s ability to build a motorcycle or car from the ground up was a gift.

Ben was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Harold F. Heuwinkel; paternal uncle, Gary D. Heuwinkel; maternal grandfather, Raymond E. Theulen; and maternal grandmother, Evelyn M. Theulen.

He is survived by his father, Ron H. Heuwinkel (Robin) of Council Bluffs, IA; mother, Diane Heuwinkel; daughter, Shelbi Rae; girlfriend Tiffany Vohs; two brothers, Jason Heuwinkel and Andy Heuwinkel (Jennifer); step sister, Nicole Woodson (Patrick); paternal grandmother, Loise Heuwinkel; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; and his best friend, Scotty.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the family for Ben’s newborn daughter, Shelbi Rae.

Obituary - Tommy Eugene Doles

Tommy Eugene Doles, 73, Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at his home.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two ex-wives, Barbara Doles and Linda Keim.

Tommy is survived by two sons, Tony Eugene Doles and wife Rose, South San Francisco, California and Terry Eugene Doles, Portage, Indiana; two daughters, Rita McQueen, Grandview, Missouri and Summer Doles, Harrisonville, Missouri; 7 grandchildren; a sister, Rita Stewart, Olathe, Kansas; two ex-wives, Susan Kuypers, Valparaiso, Indiana, Pam Pierson, Independence, Missouri; other relatives and friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Gathering will start at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his daughter, Summer Doles home.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

So thankful!

THANKFUL FOR those who have donated to our BCMH Cares fund this year, a special fund that provides FREE mammograms (as well as some follow-up services when needed) to uninsured and underinsured women in our area.

Studio M Salon And Boutique of Butler donated the proceeds from a gift basket raffle during their anniversary celebration in October, with $305 going to BCMH Cares. Studio M also donated a gift basket to the Miami R-1 Pink Out event in October, who donates their proceeds to BCMH Cares as well. 

Thank you, Jayme McElwain and Studio M employees for this generous donation. Jayme said she wanted to donate to donate to BCMH Cares in honor of her great grandmother, who passed away due to breast cancer when Jayme was very young.

Miami Eagles held their annual Pink Out games in early October, and as they have in the past few years, these young students donated all proceeds from the games, bake sale and month-long raffle to BCMH Cares, totalling $1,994.21.

Thank you to all who took part in raising these funds!

Updated Obituary - Monty Lee Moore

Monty Lee Moore, 54, Lawson, MO, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2019. Visitation will be held 4-7pm, Friday, November 29 at Bross & Spidle Funeral Home Lawson Chapel, 214 N. Pennsylvania, Lawson, MO. A Masonic service will be held 7:00pm Friday. 

Funeral service will be 10am, Saturday, November 30 at the Lawson United Christian and Presbyterian Church 305 East 4th Street, Lawson, MO. Graveside service 2pm, Saturday at Double Branch Cemetery, Butler, MO. In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorial contributions Mary and Morgan Moore Education fund c/o Sarah Moore or a charity of choice.

Monty was born November 7, 1965 to Don and Donna Griffin Moore in Butler, MO. He graduated from Butler High School in 1984. He received his degree from DeVry University. He was a member of the Lawson United Methodist Church, Bee Hive Masonic Lodge No. 393 in Lawson, MO, Butler Masonic Lodge No. 254 in Butler, MO, and Scottish Rite.

Monty moved to Kansas City in 1994 and worked for Sonic, Ferrellgas, and was currently employed at Cerner Corporation. In 2012 the family moved to Lawson. He often commented about how glad he was to be in Lawson. He loved the community and loved being a Lawson Cardinal. Once a Cardinal, Always a Cardinal.

Monty was an avid sports fan. He attended Chiefs games for many years, but then decided watching from the comfort of home was a better choice! If the Chiefs, Royals, or Missouri Tigers were playing he was probably watching. His absolute favorite thing in the entire world was watching his kids play ball – baseball, softball, basketball, or volleyball – it didn’t matter. He never missed a game and was always their #1 fan.

He was preceded in death by his father, Don Moore in 2018.

Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Sarah, of the home; children, Katey and husband Tyler Gable, Garrett, Mary and Morgan Moore; granddaughter, Ellie Gable; Mother, Donna Moore; Sister, Janet (Jimmy) McCanles; mother and father-in-law, Roger and Susan Kohl; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.

The family would like to thank Monty’s friends and co-workers at Cerner for their support over the past year. Your kindness went above and beyond and will never be forgotten. We also want to thank the ladies at KU Cancer Center North and Kansas City Hospice. You are all angels on earth.

Arrangements: Bross & Spidle Lawson Chapel 816-296-0097

Obituary - Dorothy Louise Newton

Dorothy Louise Newton, age 77, Pleasanton, Kansas passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019 at her home. She was born on November 3, 1942 in Northwood, Iowa the daughter of Elmer and Juanita Lindely. 

Dorothy was married to Dickie Chase Newton in Mason City, Iowa on May 7, 1962. He preceded her in death on April 20, 1995. Dorothy received her LPN certification from Research School of Nursing and spent most of her career working in nursing homes. She enjoyed gardening, working in the yard, caring for people and playing penny poker. She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Arthur Lindely. Dorothy is survived by three daughters, Karla Watson and husband Glen, Susan Newton and Dixie Collins, eight grandchildren, Chase, Chasity, Courtney, Clowy, Cassie, Heaven, Kyle, and Juanita and sixteen great grandchildren.

A gathering to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held from 11 a m to 1 pm Saturday, November 30, 2019 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Hospital or Wounded Warrior Project, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 525, Pleasanton, KS 66075. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.