Obituary - Lorenza Lisa VanWinkle

Lorenza, (Lisa) Van Winkle at age 73 of Clinton, MO. passed away quietly and whisked into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday April 29, 2020 with her family and Pastor at her bedside at the St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri. Lisa was born July 28, 1947 in the Philippines and departed this life April 29, 2020. Rob and Lisa had celebrated 53 years of marriage on March 22, 2020.

Lisa loved the LORD, enjoyed cooking, and planning the Good Hope Baptist Church dinners. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, planting flowers and taking care of them. Her flower beds testify of her love for flowers and the beauty they held. Lisa was willing to put people first by serving them and her family. Lisa will always be remembered for her cooking skills and her service to Jesus in preparing meals for kids on Wednesday evenings. She would not just throw a snack together, but a full meal. She loved hymns and it would not be uncommon for her to raise her hand in praise to her Savior Jesus Christ. She will be remembered for coordinating the Sunday after church fellowship meals we would have and if too much time went by she would make sure that a meal got scheduled. She will always be remembered for loving to watch football and her two favorite teams were the New England Patriots and the Kansas City Chiefs. She will be remembered for her service to her church family and it will be impossible to replace her. Lisa knew this life was just a coffee break and she was just passing through as her real home was in heaven with Jesus her Savior.

Survivors include her husband Erving, (Rob) of the home; her sons David Van Winkle of Kansas City and Jayden Van Winkle of the home, her daughters Donna Hembree of Clinton, MO. and Diana Van Winkle of Bella Vista, Ark. Lisa was a loving and caring grandmother to Jonah, Tyler, and Joseph. Lisa was also great-grandmother to Vincent and Velanna.

Lisa was preceded in death by her son Dustin Van Winkle.

Lisa was also a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church of Clinton, MO.

A quiet graveside service will be held for the family where Lisa’s body will be laid to rest at the Good Hope Cemetery, Clinton, MO at 11:30 AM Saturday, May 2nd, 2020.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Good Hope Baptist Church at 806 SE Hwy. 7, Clinton, MO. 64735 or left with Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, MO.

Vernon County Sheriffs Office seeking public assistance

The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public's help in identifying the owner of this vehicle. The vehicle was involved in a theft in Nevada as well as a theft in Polk County. 

The vehicle is currently missing the tailgate as it fell off during the theft. If you know the owner of this vehicle or the vehicle’s whereabouts, please contact Detective Jones at 417-283-4399 or the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office at 417-667-6042.

Additionally, if you are the owner of this Dodge Ram and have recently lost your tailgate, please contact the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office.

Obituary - Marillyn Nelson Irick

Marillyn Nelson Irick, 62 of Butler, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at her home in Butler. Cremation, with memorial services pending at this time. 

Services under the direction of the Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Memorial contributions may be made to the Butler Public Library c/o Mullinax Funeral Home. Messages of condolence may be left for the family and friends at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Marillyn Kay Nelson Irick was born January 15, 1958 in Butler, Missouri to Carl P. and Iris F. Haller Nelson. She grew up in Butler and graduated from Butler High School in 1976 as Salutatorian of her class. Following high school Marillyn attended Missouri State University and graduated in 1980 with a Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology. She was brilliant in the sciences and loved music, particularly Rock and Roll. After graduation Marillyn stayed in contact with her dear friends that she met during school. She was a wonderful, fun, and supportive friend to many.

On July 1, 1996 Marillyn was united in marriage to Bruce Irick. Together they would enjoy traveling and 20 years of marriage, until his passing in 2016.

Marillyn was preceded in death by her parents and husband Bruce. She is survived by a host of extended family members, classmates, and dear friends.

Butler Senior Spotlight: Ezekiel Martin

Job opening in Butler

Job opening in Butler.

Landmark Lawn is needing to hire a full time mower/crew lead. Start date effective immediately. 

The ideal candidate for this position will be self-motivated, goal oriented, and capable of working alone. This position is 100% on the road gone 5 days, home weekends.

A background in landscaping is not necessary but preferred. For a more in depth description of the job including pay, please contact Don at 816-898-9015

Obituary - Martha Lou Craig

Martha Lou Craig, 75, Archie, MO, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Services to be held at a later date.

Press Release from Max Motors

April 30, 2020, Max Motors Extends Free Oil Changes for the Month of May. Max Motors Dealerships in Belton, Harrisonville, Butler, and Nevada are providing complementary oil change services to first responders, medical professionals, and “all essential workers” in an effort to support all front line and those who are putting their lives on the line every day to combat COVID-19.

In order to provide essential automotive services as defined by the Kansas City Department of Public Health’s “2019 Novel Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) Stay at Home Order” while meeting social distancing requirements, Max Motors launched Max Transit on March 14, 2020. Max Transit is a pick-up and delivery service for automotive servicing and online purchasing, leasing, or subscribing to a new or pre-owned vehicle. Customers are encouraged to utilize Max Transit online or by phone so they do not need to leave their residences.

For the safety of all, Max Motors Dealerships has streamlined sales and service processes to limit person-to-person contact. They have reduced the number of individuals physically inside buildings by staggering work hours and having many employees work from home. Inside stores, staff will work to maintain six (6) feet between all individuals. Hand sanitizers have been placed throughout the buildings and public touch points are cleaned multiple times a day. We have closed our customer waiting areas and recommend all appointments to be scheduled. www.maxmotorscares.com

Max Motors understands taking out a loan on a new or used vehicle can mean a long-term financial commitment and you never know what’s down the road. MAX ASSURANCE is a one-of-a-kind program that allows you to return your vehicle and walk away from negative equity of up to $8,500 or pay up to 6 months of your monthly car payment should anything happen. Now you have peace of mind with Max Assurance.

The mission of Max Motors Dealerships is to be the premier quality vehicle retailer in the Midwest, providing the best opportunity for its team members, customers, communities, and the manufacturers they represent. Max Motors is represented by Max Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Belton, Max Ford of Harrisonville, Collision Center Harrisonville, Max Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM Butler, Max Ford of Butler, and Max Motors of Nevada Chevrolet Buick GMC.

From the Desk of Mark Muller and Bob Jacaway

Obituary -Shirley VanBlack

Graveside services for Shirley VanBlack will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 4, 2020 at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, Missouri. Viewing will be prior to services from 1:30 - 2 p.m. at Crescent Hill Cemetery. Contributions to American Cancer Society. 

Arrangements, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Shirley VanBlack, age 81 of Lee’s Summit, Missouri died Tuesday, April 28, 2020at St. Luke’s East in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She was born February 22, 1939 to Clyde Phillip and Bessie Evelyn Perryman in White County, Tennessee.

Shirley is survived by three sons, Tom VanBlack and wife Dawn of Liberty, Missouri, Donnie VanBlack and wife Denise of Bolivar, Missouri and John VanBlack and wife Pat of Harrisonville, Missouri; one daughter, Jeanie Murff and husband Mike of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; 13 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Robert Perryman; and three sisters, Ellen Eide, Margaret Perrymand and Evelyn Matthews Woodward.