Butler Bears Wrestling News 12/4/20

The Butler High School boys and girls competed and represented their town and school well last night in a triangular dual with Oak Grove and Holden. We ended up splitting the duals 1-1 but not without some drama.

We wrestled Oak Grove to a 42-42 tie and it came down to the tenth tie breaking criteria to give Oak Grove the edge. Oak Grove beat us 60-6 last year, and are typically one of the top teams in Class 2.

Considerable improvement has been made over the past year and first few weeks of the season. The wrestling team followed up with a 33-21 win over Holden with some of our wrestlers stepping up and wrestling a higher weight class to secure the win.

Incredibly proud of the effort and excitement of the boys and girls. While there is a lot of opportunities for improvement this was a great stepping off point for the season. Here are the following results:

Baylor Myers- 1-1 (Wrestled hard)

Ryan Baker- 2-0 (Bumped up to 126 to beat a returning state placer against Holden)

Josh Smith- 1-1 (Great effort)

Brendin Patrick- 2-0 (Picked up right where he left off last year)

Ostin VanVoorst- 2-0 (Business like attitude on the mat tonight)

Gavin Burgess- 1-1 (Solid performance by Gavin)

Tristan Trumbore- 2-0 (This kid doesn’t quit)

Issac Rodriguez- 2-0 (Bumped up to 220 to secure a win for the BHS wrestling team)

Zayne Nuzum - 0-2 (Wrestled hard for young wrestler)

Makayla Reanne Mallat- 1-0

Josie Johnston - 0-1 (Tough first match)

The boys and I couldn’t do this without Jeff Taylor, Andrew Dixon, and Rick White. Thanks for all of your effort in making this thing go.

We look forward to the opportunity ahead of us at the Ray Stockdale Tournament at Knob Knoster this weekend.

#Anytime#Anywhere

Obituary - Henrietta Lucille "Birdie" Bird

Henrietta Lucille “Birdie” Bird, 84, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, was born, April 16, 1936, in Iola, Kansas. She entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 30th at home surrounded by her loving family.

Birdie grew up on the family farm near Iola, Kansas and was always proud of her country roots. She was very active in 4H during her childhood and very proud of the many awards she received. Upon high school graduation from Iola High School she worked for the Bell telephone company.

August 30, 1957, she was united in marriage to Paul W. Bird in Iola, Kansas. After marriage she enjoyed being a homemaker and raising 3 daughters. In 1976 she graduated from LPN school. As a licensed practical nurse she worked as a school nurse and in the hospital bedside setting in Sikeston, Missouri, and Lee's Summit, Missouri, and as a case manager at Allen County Hospital. Her favorite job of all time, however, was being Grandma Henri (Gam) to her 3 beautiful grandchildren.

For those fortunate enough to know Birdie they experienced her warm and welcoming smile and hugs. She was always generous and wanted to help those in need. She will be greatly missed but we know she is with our Lord and we will see her again.

Birdie was preceded in death by her husband Paul W. Bird, her mother Minnie Grimm Cleaver, and her brother Loraine Cleaver.

She is survived by her daughters Paula Bird of Harrisonville, Missouri, Lisa (and Jim) Nichols of Harrisonville, Missouri, and Pamela ( and Jeff) White of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; three grandchildren Matthew White, Audrey White, and Jessica Nichols; sister-in-law Sherry Virtue of DeSoto, Kansas; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.

Per Birdie’s wishes cremation has been accorded. Inurnment will be in the Geneva Cemetery, near Iola at a later date.

Birdie’s family would like to thank all of the staff and nurses with Amedisys Hospice for the compassionate care they gave their mother during the past several weeks.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Amedisys Hospice, 9001 State Line Rd., Suite 120, Kansas City, Missouri, 64114 or Shiloh Center, 208 Oriole St., Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stanleydickeyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements: Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, 203 N. Armstrong St., Pleasant Hill, Missouri 64080 (816) 540-5550

Obituary - Tina Ann (Cornell) Tincher

Tina Ann Tincher, 52, Nevada, MO passed away on Monday, November 30, 2020 at her home in Nevada. Tina, the oldest of eight children, was born December 17, 1967 in Poteau, OK to James L. and Artie M. (Dale) Cornell. She was united in marriage to Melvin Tincher and he preceded her in death on April 26, 1991.

Tina was raised in the Poteau, Oklahoma area. At the age of 16 she came to Nevada. Tina was a homemaker all of her life. She enjoyed fishing, camping, sewing, and going to yard sales, but most of all loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her companion, James “Rick” Berten, of the home; four children, Melvin Tincher, Jr., Nevada, Janie Tincher, Nevada, Gary Berten (Chelsie), Nevada, Clyde Berten (Paige), Nevada; nine grandchildren, Rachel, Hanalie, Rocky, Sonny, Kirstan, Christan, Avalon, Kolbin, Legacie; mother, Artie Cornell, Nevada; seven siblings, Carolyn Mullen, Nevada, James Cornell, Webb City, MO, Della Cornell, Nevada, Howard Cornell, Nevada, Lela Cornell, Miami, OK, Brenda Berten, Nevada, Robert Cornell, Nevada; numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Melvin, she was preceded in death by her father, James Cornell.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2020 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in Click Cemetery, Nevada.


***At this time there is no longer a statewide limitation on the number of people attending funerals or visitations, however those in attendance will be asked to maintain social distancing, and that people are welcome to and, indeed, are encouraged to wear face mask to protect themselves and others.

From the desk of Bates County Coroner Greg Mullinax

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 just before 9am I was called to a residence in Rich Hill where a person had died in their home. 

While in progress on this call I was advised of a death at the Bates County Memorial Hospital Emergency Room. Upon clearing from Rich Hill, I continued to the ER and began that case.

Both deaths are natural in origin and are are not related; one will be Covid-related.

Thoughts and prayers to the family members and friends grieving a loss.

Greg D. Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

Ellett Memorial Employee of the Month

Ellett Memorial Hospital Employee of the Month is Nancy Snodgrass.  You will see Nancy in the Rural Health Clinic performing her duties.  She has the best skills around with accuracy and compassion.  Nancy treats everyone with respect from patients to co-workers.  She is willing to help out anywhere she can.  She is always on time, stays late and covers whenever needed. Nancy goes above and beyond and takes pride in her work.  Comments are:  she is the best!  Amazing, always upbeat and smiling, even with mask on!  She is always thinking of everyone else in her own selfless way. Nancy cares about this community and show it in many ways.  She has been with EMH since 1993 and we are blessed to have her.  Congratulations Nancy!

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Jen Reece is Max Motors Top Sales Performer for the month of November

Jen Reece is Max Motors Top Sales Performer for the month of November! Thank you Jen for all of your hard work and for providing excellent customer service to our new and returning customers. We appreciate you!

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Vernon County Health Department notification of a public exposure related to a positive COVID-19 case

***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
December 4, 2020

The Vernon County Health Department has received notification of a public exposure related to a positive COVID-19 case. This exposure was on Tuesday December 1, 2020 at an event located inside Belles & Beaus Boutique in Nevada, MO. 

If you were at this event between the times of 2:30pm-5:30pm we ask that you please monitor your health. If you develop any of the following signs or symptoms please contact your health care provider or local urgent care.

Symptoms of COVID-19:
Fever >/= 100.4
Feeling feverish
Chills
Body Aches
Runny nose or congestion
Sore Throat
Loss or change in your taste or smell
Headache
Fatigue
Cough
Wheezing
Shortness of breath/difficulty breathing
Chest pain or abdominal pain
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea

If you need to be seen please call ahead to your provider.
Remember to practice the 3 W’s…Watch your distance, wear your mask, and wash your hands frequently.