Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Pedestrian killed in Bourbon County Kansas
The Kansas State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2005 Dodge Durango driven by 26 year old Stephanie L. Klepac of Girard, Kansas slide into the grassy median due to icy conditions, the vehicle went airborne and struck the pedestrian which was outside of his vehicle.
The pedestrian who was identified as 48 year old John R. Morris of Liberal, Missouri was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident and he was taken to Frontier Forensics.
The driver of the Durango wasn't injured in this accident.
Obituary - John Edgar Guffey, Sr.
John was born February 9, 1947 in Adair County, Iowa, the son of Grover and Norma Jean (Glospie) Guffey. John married Wanda Sue Cox on March 13, 1971, they enjoyed 42 years of marriage before her passing in June of 2013. To this union, they had four children: John, Christina, Angela, and Kevin. John spent his career working for Honeywell as a Plater and Foreman, retiring in 2009. John enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and playing the guitar. His special time was spent with his wife, Wanda, going on trips, spending time at the lake, and going on cruises.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wanda Guffey; his son, John Guffey, Jr.; his daughter, Angela “GiGi” Guffey; and his brother, Melvin. He is survived by his daughter, Christina Hawkins; his son, Kevin Guffey; 6 grandchildren: Sherry Laughlin, Sarah Kirby, Danell “D.J” Guffey, Jessica Guffey, Megan Guffey, and Tenisha Guffey; several great-grandchildren; his sisters: Betty and Mary; and his brother, Richard.
Henry County Route H CLOSED West of Montrose Feb. 28 For Pipe Replacement Work
Henry County Route H CLOSED West of Montrose
Friday, Feb. 28, For Pipe Replacement Work
What: Henry County Route H CLOSED between County Road SW-1601 and South Deepwater Creek west of Montrose
When: 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday, February 28
Details: MoDOT crews replacing a deteriorating drain pipe underneath the road
Traffic Impacts:
- Henry County Route H CLOSED only where crews are set up working
- Drivers will be able to get to driveways and entrances on either side of the work zone, but will not be able to travel through the work zone
- Drivers urged to find alternate routes. No signed detours are planned.
- Electronic message boards located near the planned road work will alert drivers to any changes in the work schedule
- Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
(Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule)
Obituary - Kenneth Dean Silver
Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. Friday at Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to Fund for Faith Silver. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.
Kenneth Dean Silver, 88 of Nevada, Missouri passed away after a very short illness on Thursday, February 20, 2020.
Kenneth Dean Silver, 88 of Nevada, Missouri passed away after a very short illness on Thursday, February 20, 2020.
Kenny was born on June 21, 1931 in Haxtun, Colorado to Ira & Hazel Silver. He grew up with 13 siblings. Kenny married the love of his life, Thelma Kendrick on January 18, 1963 in Oklahoma, and she survives of the home.
Survivors in addition to his wife and very special granddaughter Faith, include one sister, Philis of Atchison, Kansas; 6 known grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews to which he truly felt something unique and special about each and every one. Not to mention the countless others that held very special places in his heart. Most of knew him simply as “Pops.” We can’t forget his 2 girlfriends, Tammy and Janet, as well as his other daughter/sister-in-law, Cissy. He was proceeded in death by his parents; all 3 of his children, Kenny Jr, Tammy and Tim; 12 Siblings; and a step grandson.
Survivors in addition to his wife and very special granddaughter Faith, include one sister, Philis of Atchison, Kansas; 6 known grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews to which he truly felt something unique and special about each and every one. Not to mention the countless others that held very special places in his heart. Most of knew him simply as “Pops.” We can’t forget his 2 girlfriends, Tammy and Janet, as well as his other daughter/sister-in-law, Cissy. He was proceeded in death by his parents; all 3 of his children, Kenny Jr, Tammy and Tim; 12 Siblings; and a step grandson.
Bettels announces run for assessor
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| Carl Bettels |
I have officially signed up to run as your Bates County Assessor.
I am a graduate of Butler High School and a 4th generation farmer. I have been an active member of the Bates County Cattlemen for over 25 years serving as Treasurer, Vice President and President. I also served as Director of Missouri Cattlemen Association for 10 years and served on the MCA Beef House Committee for three years.
I am an active member of the St. Patrick’s Church in Butler serving on the Parish Council for over 10 years and co-chair for the annual Lenten Fish Fry’s.
I appreciate all the support and encouragement that I have received from the community and I look forward to the opportunity to serve Bates County.
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Obituary - Kenneth Ray McWhorter Sr.
Kenneth Ray McWhorter Sr., age 79 of Butler, Missouri died Monday, February 24, 2020 at Medicalodge in Butler. He was born March 21, 1940 to Owen Wesley and Oscarine Kizzee McWhorter in Morris, Illinois.
Kenneth, affectionately known as Jake, was one of ten children He grew up in Lexington, Illinois where he attended school. On December 14, 1957 he was united in marriage to Sharon Lea Lommatsch and to this union three children were born. In his early years, Kenneth worked at Pontiac Chair Factory. Kenneth later settled in Raytown where he owned and operated Accent and Design Upholstery for 38 years.
Kenneth enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling and collecting antiques. He loved his family and grandchildren
Kenneth is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sharon McWhorter of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Kenneth Ray McWhorter Jr. and wife Cindy of Butler, Missouri and Daniel A. McWhorter and wife Tara of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; a daughter, Connie Knight and husband Kenneth of Raytown, Missouri; three brothers, William McWhorter and wife Laverne of Salina, Kansas, James McWhorter and wife Sheila of Luling, Texas and David McWhorter of St. Louis, Missouri; three sisters, Sandra Smith and husband LeRoy and Libby Ahrens, all of Pontiac, Illinois and Ruth Bartuska and husband John of Burlington, Wisconsin; brother-in-law, Michael Lommatsch and wife Teresa of Bloomington, Illinois; three sisters-in-law, Kathy Johnson, Ruth McWhorter and Carol Fitzsimmons; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Charles and Owen; and one sister, Patty.
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