Obituary - Gerald D. Underwood

Gerald D. Underwood, age 83, passed away peacefully at Foxwood Springs Living Center on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

A memorial service will be held on a date yet to be determined at Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Hwy 50, Kingsville, Missouri 64061.

Gerald was born in DeWitt, Arkansas on October 6, 1937 to Oku Underwood and Mary (Browning) Underwood. Gerald began his military service with the United States Air Force in 1955. In the summer of 1957, Gerald was joined in marriage with his wife Judith (Short) on July 7th. In 1959, Gerald was honorably discharged from his military duty. Together Gerald and Judith were blessed with three children, Tim, Jeff, and Michele. Gerald was second generation Union Painter for Local 9, District Council #3 working on industrial and commercial projects throughout the metropolitan area until fully retiring. In life, he treasured the times with Judith and all their adventures. He loved the outdoors with fishing being his passion, working on carpentry projects and his house, feeding the birds, and caring for his pets and attending many baseball and football sporting events throughout his years. Gerald loved the times spent with his children and grandchildren and especially the moments he had with his great grandchildren, as well as his dogs and kitty.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, Oku and Mary Underwood; five brothers; and one sister.

He leaves behind his loving wife of sixty four years, Judith Underwood; three children, Tim Underwood (Karla), Jeff Underwood (Sandi), and Michele Underwood (Mike Marvin); one brother; three sisters; two grandchildren, Nicole Hock (Matthew) and Nathan Underwood (Kristin); and six great grandchildren, Nik, Logan, Kody, Rylee, Lexi, and Kam.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Powell Gardens, Kansas City’s Botanical Garden as addressed above.

Obituary - Roy Dale Morris

Roy’s wishes were to be cremated. There are no public services scheduled at this time. Inurnment at a later date at Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri. Arrangements, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Roy Dale Morris, age 80 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, April 25, 2021 at his home in Butler. He was born May 18, 1940 to Virgil Thomas and Goldie Elizabeth Scott Morris in Butler.

Roy is survived by his wife, Edna Mae Morris of Butler, Missouri; two sons, Rick Morris and wife Sonda of Butler, Missouri and Jim Richard and wife Vicki of Blue Springs, Missouri; six daughters, Debbie Colin and husband Dale of Adrian, Missouri, Vicki Young and husband Mike of Harrisonville, Missouri, Mindy Myers and husband Chipper of Belton, Missouri, Sherry Wilson and husband Danny and Tina Alvarodo and husband Banito all of Butler, Missouri and Kimberly Swait and husband Kevin of Springfield, Missouri; and sister-in-law, Phyllis Morris of Butler, Missouri; and 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Dennis Michael; and one brother, Virgil Wayne Morris.

Cass County Elks Lodge Free Kids Carnival THIS weekend

Pursuit with stolen vehicle in Henry County

On April 28, 2021, around 10:00 a.m., Deputy Stutzman attempted to stop a stolen vehicle in the 600 block of SE 400 Road, that had been taken during the early morning hours from a business on South Hwy 7. The vehicle failed to yield to emergency lights and siren, fleeing eastbound on SE 400. 

The stolen vehicle traveled north on Hwy U to Hwy 7 and then west to SE 571 Road. At the dead end of SE 571, the vehicle traveled through private fields and turned south onto SE 701 where Sheriff Oberkrom began pursuing the vehicle. The vehicle turned west onto SE 400 and then north onto SE 611.

On SE 611, Sgt. Bremer with the Missouri State Highway Patrol began pursuing the stolen vehicle until it turned into a private field. The vehicle traveled west through a wheat field and traveled near a house and office building before exiting onto SE 300 Road. Just of west of SE 431, the vehicle entered a private field and became stuck while being pursued by Corporal Kubilus.

The driver fled from the vehicle into a wooded area. Corporal Kubilus deployed the Sheriff’s Office drone and spotted the subject in a tree line just north of the stolen vehicle. Sheriff Oberkrom was in the area on foot and was able to take the driver into custody without incident.

Arrested was John Robert Scott, age 29, of Clinton for stealing, fleeing to avoid arrest and possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine). Scott was transported to the Henry County Detention Center and his parole/probation officer supervisor was advised of his arrest. 

The case has been submitted to Prosecuting Attorney Richard Shields’ Office for filing of the new charges and revocation of his parole/probation.

Other units with the Missouri State Highway Patrol also assisted throughout various stages of the vehicle pursuit.

From the desk of Bates County Coroner Greg Mullinax

This is in reference to the deceased male found in the Amsterdam area February 27, 2021.

The attached release from the Bates County Sheriff’s Office describes an initial missing persons report and subsequent attempts to locate. As indicated, my office was contacted when remains were located by a property owner. My office took possession of the remains and began a death investigation. The remains were positively identified as Chad Rogers, who was the subject of the missing person investigation.

An autopsy was held as part of the investigation, which did not at any time indicate foul play. The autopsy report and investigation have been finalized, with the cause and manner of death being ruled accidental in nature.

I am hopeful this provides appropriate closure to family members and close friends, who remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Greg D. Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

** Attached Release from the BCSO**

On February 10th at approximately 530 PM the Bates County Sheriff’s Office received a call in reference to an adult male who had not been seen or heard from since 10 am on February 9th. The subject was reported missing by his wife. She stated that on February 9th she was taking him to a family member’s house in Amsterdam. When they arrived it had appeared that the family member had guest so Rogers did not want to stop. Rogers had her drop him off down the road approximately one mile from the family residence. Rogers exited the vehicle leaving his phone and wallet inside. The wife stated the last time she saw him he was walking south in the road.

On February 11th teams of deputies responded to the area and began to go door to door to locate anyone who may have seen Rogers in the area. Due to extremely cold weather, two drones were deployed to cover as much ground in the area as fast as possible. During the search a family member was located and stated that on the day prior he had searched for him and observed footprints traveling south along the side of the road. The family member took deputies to the area where they located the footprints and followed them south to J highway. It was believed that he may have gotten into a car at J Highway. During the search deputies received information about a possible sighting of a male who resembled Rogers at Pete’s in Rich Hill Mo.

Deputies responded to Pete’s and reviewed video. The video was shown to the spouse who agreed that the subject had similar clothing, same walking and behavior patterns as Rogers. The male subject walks off camera behind Pete’s toward the car wash. Search efforts were then concentrated to the Rich Hill area. Detectives filed for search warrants on phone records, contacted known associates, family in other states and his employer.

On Saturday February 27th, The Sheriff’s Office received a call from a property owner who stated that they found a male subject deceased near a pond behind their residence in the area where Rogers was last seen in Amsterdam. The subject was found a few feet from the water laying up under a cedar tree. The physical and clothing description matches that of Rogers. Rogers spouse was notified by detectives. At this point there does not appear to be any foul play suspected.

The male subject was turned over to the Bates County Coroner where an autopsy has been scheduled.

Car Show in Butler

Way to go!

Congratulations to the Archie R-5 School District students who were chosen to participant in the WEMO Art Show! High School had a total of eleven #1 ratings and four #2 ratings. A special congratulations to senior, Alyssa Scholten, for getting Best of Show AND 3rd Best of Show overall!

Pictured on Top Left to Right: Olivia Brunner, Riley Gregg, Hope Wilson, Aubree Smith, Savannah Rogo and Megan Reinhardt

Bottom Left to Right: Courtney New, Leah Cooper, Alyssa Scholten, and Reese Plattner

Not Pictured: Mia Walker

Appleton City area news

Appleton City’s Second Saturday event is scheduled for May 8. If you are interested in having a booth and have not yet been contacted, please contact Lyndsi Davis or Katie Hearting ASAP, or send them a message through Facebook.  Each vendor will be assigned a spot on Main St. 

There will be a $20 deposit due at time of sign up and you will receive $10 back the day of the event. The event will be in the evening this year from5:00 - 8:00 p.m. More information is available at: https://www.facebook.com/Appleton-City-Second-Saturdays-2227394524191263

 

ACHS JV and Varsity Volleyball Teams are teaming up with Grey and Kae Boutique for a fundraiser on May 8. During May's Second Saturday event, from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., 15% of all in-store and online sales will benefit the girls' volleyball teams. Any money raised will be used to pay for summer camps and needed team equipment. Grey and Kae Boutique is located at 115 W 4th Street in Appleton City. This is on the north side of Main Street where the former Blue Inn banquet hall was located. You can also support the team by shopping online on May 8 at http://www.shopgreyandkae.com.

 

The Hudson Hustler's 4-H Club will be serving a loaded baked potato during the May 8 Second Saturday's event. Serving will take place in the Depot from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Loaded baked potatoes, dessert and drink will be $7.  Only carryout will be available.  They look forward to seeing the community come out and support the local 4-H club, as this event is usually held in December but had to be postponed this year.

 

There will be a fish fry benefit fundraiser Friday, April 30 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Fair Haven Park near Harwood, MO (on Hwy C, 8 miles north of Walker MO.  The menu includes fried fish and hush puppies, baked beans, cole slaw with homemade bread and butter.  Dessert will be freshly cranked ice cream and homemade pies. Free will donations will benefit Stony Creek, Walnut Creek and Shady Lawn Schools.

 

Hudson R-IX Elementary will hold their annual kindergarten screening on Monday, May 17.  Please call (660) 476-5467 to set up an appointment if you live in the Hudson R-IX School District, your child will be attending kindergarten in the fall and they do not currently attend Hudson preschool.  You will need your child’s social security card, birth certificate, and current immunization record.  If you call and the school office is closed, please leave a message and they will get back to you. 

 

The Yellow Rosebud Cemetery Project at the Appleton City cemetery is scheduled for Saturday, May 15 at 9:00 a.m., or rain date Sunday, May 16, at 9:00 a.m.  Volunteers and support are needed to place 2400 large, single, silk yellow rosebuds on the graves in the oldest sections of the Appleton City Cemetery.  Dean Ellis, ACHS class of 1960 and Vietnam Veteran, started this project with his late wife, Sharon, 12 years ago.  Dean began decorating graves with his maternal grandparents, Rose and Ellzie Smith, at the age of 5 or 6.  As they decorated, he noticed many graves did not have flowers.  His grandmother told him the graves were so old, there wasno longer any family members left to decorate.  As the years passed, they wanted to make a difference.  To support, volunteer or for further information, please contact City Hall at 660-476-2631, Donald Yoss 660-492-7218 or Dean Ellis 417-844-5344.  Volunteers will again be needed Wednesday, June 2, at 9:00 a.m. or rain date of Thursday June 3, 9:00 a.m. to pick up the rosebuds.

 

Attention Montrose Alumni.  If you class is planning on getting together to celebrate during the 2021 Memorial Day Weekend Festivities, please contact David at 492-7749 and give him a heads up.  If your class is planning on getting together at the dinner after the parade for the Chicken Dinner, please contact him by May 14.  They will attempt to reserve tables so classes can sit together, as best they can.  They plan to have go orders and additional sitting outside for those still wishing to social distance or just enjoy the sunny day (THEY HOPE).  VFW Post 8820 will serve cold beverages and Old Crow Winery will be serving wine under the 40 x 60 tent.  So plan your day to eat, drink and be merry.  

 

The ACHS Senior Class panels for special anniversary years are available for viewing at the Farm House Restaurant.  Featured classes are 50 year-1971; 60 year-1961, 65 year-1956, and 70 year-1957.  The Appleton City Museum provides these each year for viewing and the Farm House Restaurant graciously allows the panels there for their customers to enjoy.  

 

ACHS Alumni meeting will be May 29, 2021 at 11:30 with a COVID safe school sack lunch. RESERVATIONS ONLY.  Mail $10/person and include all names and year to Patty Purvis Young x68, 101 E. 3rd St., Appleton City, MO 64724. DEADLINE is May 15. For questions, call 660-476-5857 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. or email acmolampkin@yahoo.com

 

The AC Public Library is conducting their Friends of the Best SellersProgram until May 1. The program's purpose is to fund the purchase of new hardback books for the library. You can become a Friend by either choosing a book from the list or requesting another book you've wanted to read and then donating $20.00 for said book. The perks of being a Friend to the Library are that you will be the first person to check the book out, you'll have the opportunity to read other books purchased by Friends first, and you will be honored by having your name placed on a special name plate in the front of each of the Library Friend books. Library hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 8:00a.m. - noon.

 

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

April 30  Fish fry benefit fundraiser 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Fair Haven Park near Harwood, MO

May 8     May second Saturday event 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

May 9     MOTHER’S DAY

May 9     ACHS Baccalaureate 7:00 p.m. in the East Gym