Henry County Health Center retirement of Fred Boehler

Henry County Health Center (HCHC) announces the retirement of Fred Boehler after 22 years of dedication and service.

HCHC recognizes that without outstanding employees,like Fred, there would not be the opportunity to provide such amazing services.

Over the past 22 years, Fred has consistently upheld the HCHC principles and demonstrated the vision of working towards a healthier Henry County.

From all of us here at HCHC, we would like to say, “Congratulations!” to Fred for achieving the outstanding milestone of 22 years of service and good luck with your future endeavors.

Obituary - Robena L. Rasnic

Robena L. (Wise) Rasnic, 98, formerly of Nevada, Missouri, peacefully passed away on March 19, 2021 at Friendship Village in Chesterfield, Missouri, where she had lived with her late husband, Jack Rasnic, for the past several years. Jack and Robena made many friends at Friendship Village and were fortunate to have family close by during their final years.

Robena was born in rural western Vernon County to parents Vena Belle and Frank O. Wise on July 1, 1922. She spent her childhood and youth on the family farm near Garland, Kansas. Growing up during the challenging times of the Great Depression was hard but made easier by the fact her family lived in a close-knit rural community where neighbors helped neighbors, no matter what the task. Robena loved the farm lifestyle and shared many memories over the years. One of her favorites was riding her horse, Buck, to the one room Pleasant View school she attended. As she grew older Robena attended high school in Nevada where she lived and worked at Mrs. O’Neill’s Boarding House. It was during her late high school years where she met her future husband and it soon developed into a lasting relationship that included motorcycle excursions on the weekends. They married on December 4, 1941, three days prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor. In the summer of 1942 her husband, Jack, left for military duty with the U.S. Army and was stationed overseas. During that time Robena shared an apartment on Pine Street with her sister, Geraldine. She briefly worked at Farm and Home Savings but had to quit because of her pregnancy with their first daughter, Karen, who was born in 1942.

After her husband returned from three years overseas, they continued to establish their family in Nevada. Jack resumed working for the Missouri Pacific Railroad while Robena took care of the house and four children. As the children grew older Robena decided to return to the workplace and took a job at the new dress factory in town, Nelly Don. Robena began working as a seamstress on the factory floor but soon was chosen to work in and manage the retail fabric shop located in a separate part of the factory. She enjoyed her career at Nelly Don working with the fabrics and making many friends. After leaving Nelly Don Robena continued her participation in the Business Professional Women’s organization and was celebrated by the Woman of Year Award in 1983. Robena and her family attended the First Baptist Church for many years, participating in and leading many church related activities. In later years Robena was highly active in the Vernon County Historical Society particularly the Bushwhacker Museum. Robena had many friends in Nevada and the surrounding area. During her retirement years Robena and Jack participated in numerous sightseeing trips with friends traveling around the country and different parts of the world. Robena and her husband also spent winter months in Florida which provided her with many pleasant memories to the end of her days.

Robena is survived by children Karen Croce (Robert), Saundra Curry (Jim), Ron Rasnic (Kenyon) and Larry Rasnic (Debby). Also surviving are five grandchildren: Angie Norris, Matt Bailey, Kiley Simpson, Beau Bailey and Tegan Rasnic; and nine great grandchildren: Eric Norris, Riley Norris, Boden Bailey, Mia Bailey, Elliot Cowell, Paige Simpson, Dylan Simpson, Taylor Nettles and Chase Nettles. Also surviving are two sisters: Sherrill Boyd and Peggy Wise. Robena was predeceased by her husband, Thomas V. (Jack) Rasnic, parents Vena Belle and Frank O. Wise, brothers Charles Leonard Wise and Huber Wise, and sister Geraldine Smith.

A graveside service will be held at a date to be announced. Interment will be in Newton Burial Park in Nevada, Missouri. In lieu of flowers donations to the Bushwhacker Museum (212 West Walnut Street #2341, Nevada, MO 64772, www.bushwhacker.org) would be appreciated.

Part-Time Help Wanted

Meredith Recycling is looking for part-time help (approximately 20 hours per week). Pay is $12/hours. The individual will primarily work in scale house weighing in trucks, entering tickets, and paying customers.

In addition, the individual will sometimes assist in the non-ferrous building weighing and sorting non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, etc. The individual must have basic computer skills and be proficient using Word and Excel.

The individual must be available to work some Saturdays.

Other requirements are a HS Diploma/GED, reliable transportation, valid Driver’s License. The individual must be trustworthy, reliable, friendly, organized, and a team-player.

Applications are available at Meredith Recycling, 207 East 2nd ST, Montrose, or Resumes may be mailed to this address or emailed to scalehousemr@gmail.com.

Wanted out of Vernon County

Michael G's Greenhouses opening soon!

Obituary - John Dean Nichols

John Dean "Johnny" Nichols, age 67, La Cygne, Kansas passed away Saturday, March 20, 2021.

Funeral service will be 11 am Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Wicked Outfitters, 22802 Valley Rd, La Cygne, KS. Visitation 4:30 pm to 7 pm Wednesday, March 24, Wicked Outfitters. In State 12 noon to 5 pm Tuesday, Schneider Funeral Home, La Cygne Chapel. Burial in New Lancaster Cemetery. 

Contributions suggested to Prairie View FFA or New Lancaster United Methodist, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 304, La Cygne, KS 66040. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - G.W. Burks

G.W. Burks, age 95, of Belton, Missouri passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family.

A visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Monday, March 22, 2021 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. followed by a burial at Belton Cemetery in Belton, Missouri.

G.W. was born in Kingsland, Arkansas on May 28, 1925 to Tom Austin Burks and Lilly Bell (Endsley) Burks. Growing up he was one of eight children and after graduating high school entered the work force in various capacities. G.W. worked civil service as a paint shop foreman supervisor at Richard Gebaur and also owned and operated Evergreen Farm Nursery. He loved to work with his hands. He was joined in marriage with his late wife Nana Lou Burks, who sadly passed away on February 19, 2011. Together they were blessed with two daughters, Christina and Phyllis. In life G.W. first and foremost loved his family. He also loved playing the guitar, working his nursery and fishing.

G.W. was preceded in death by his loving wife, Nana Burks; parents, Tom and Lilly Burks; seven siblings, Calvin Austin, Joe Albert, Rutha May, Preston, Travis, Carrienell, and Lacritia Lee Burks; and son in law, Steve Peterson.

He leaves behind his two loving daughters, Christina Schleich (husband Loren) and Phyllis Peterson; six grandchildren, Jackie Burrows (husband Kevin), Jenny Burt (husband John), and Whitney Ferm (husband James), and Steve, Bill, and Sara Peterson; and ten grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the South Haven Baptist Church, 16800 Bel-Ray Blvd., Belton, Missouri 64012

Obituary - Amy Michelle Kilgore - McConville

Amy Michelle Kilgore-McConville age 39 of Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life Friday, March 19, 2021 at Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Amy is survived by her son, Landon D. Flippen and his wife Katelyn of Clayton, Illinois; a granddaughter, Everleigh Rae-Lynn Flippin; other relatives and many friends.

Cremation. Private family services.

The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to the Everleigh Rae-Lynn Flippin Education Fund and may be sent in care of the Dickey Funeral Home, P.O. Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.