Obituary - Vickie Kay Ringwood

Vickie Kay (Budd) Ringwood, age 61, Butler, MO passed away peacefully after a long courageous fight with cancer on Monday, September 27, 2021. Vickie was born February 3, 1960 in Independence, MO.

Vickie graduated from Blue Springs High School in 1978. She married her high school sweetheart, Bruce Ringwood, and they celebrated 43 years together before her passing. Bruce and Vickie moved to Salt Lake City, UT in 1979 where two of their four children, Amie and Kasie, were born. They returned to Blue Springs, in 1982 where they added two additional children, Bruce Todd and Mitchell, to their family.

Vickie was involved in the family business, as well as having worked at other jobs throughout her life. She was actively involved in her church and served as the Relief Society President and was also involved in many other callings. Vickie’s greatest passion was raising her children and spending time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting and doing other crafts for her family and friends. Vickie will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and everyone whose lives she touched.

In addition to her husband Bruce, she is survived by four children, Amie, Kasie, Bruce Todd and Mitchell; ten grandchildren, Ellie, Ikani, Mylie, Jonnie, Penny, Piper, Haddison, Levi, Jerzie, and Henry; her father, Fredrick E. Budd and stepmother, Lynn Budd; and many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her mother, Marilyn Kay Green, and a brother, Michael Sterling Budd.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Nevada with Bishop Tim Claypool officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the Family c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, Missouri.

Obituary - Clayton Eldon “Pete” Wolford

Clayton Eldon “Pete” Wolford age 78 of Adrian, Missouri passed away on September 29, 2021. A visitation will held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

Funeral services will begin at 2:00 pm Satruday, also at the funeral home. Cremation will follow services. Memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Pete was born January 17, 1943 in Bakersfield, California the son of Clayton and Polly Wolford. He was united in marriage to Margaret S.Overturf on February 9, 1972. Pete was a very selfless man who would give anybody anything that he had. If you needed a place to stay his door was always open. In life he enjoyed old westerns, John Wayne, playing poker, auctions, races, and listening to his son in laws play music. His kids and grandkids were his pride and joy. He was very proud of everyone of them and they were all his “babies”. He had many stories to tell about his life and the many experiences he encountered in his early years as he worked in the oilfields of California. Later in life he started his own company “Precision Hydraulics” where he worked with his two brothers until he retired.

Pete was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years Margaret Wolford, 2 sons Eldon and George Wolford, 4 sisters, 4 brothers, and his parents. He is survived by his children – Phillip and wife Pat Eskew of Louisiana, Jeff Overturf of Arkansas, Clayton Wolford and wife Kelly of Warsaw, Missouri, Tiffany Turner of Butler, Missouri, David Wolford of Adrian, Missouri, Dwayne Wolford of Liberty, Missouri, Michelle Parks of Belton, Missouri, Tommy Wolford of Ballard, Missouri, Virginia and husband Doug Nelson of Adrian, Missouri, Rose and Husband Tim Hickey of California, and Sue and husband Steve Nelson of Adrian, Missouri. Two sisters Suzi Scaparro of Oregon, and Joann Talent of California. Many grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Human remains found in El Dorado Springs

On September 29, 2021, officers responded to the 1300 block of South First Street, El Dorado Springs, concerning human remains. 

Upon arrival officers located human skeletal remains in an undeveloped area of the city.

The remains were removed by the Cedar County Coroner's Office and are pending identification. The Cedar County Sheriff's Office and Investigators of the Missouri State Highway Patrol are assisting in the investigation. 

Anyone with information concerning this investigation is encouraged to call 417-876-TIPS (8477).

RELEASED BY:
JARROD D. SCHIERECK
Chief of Police

Obituary - James A. “Bus” Faith

James A. “Bus” Faith, 94, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at his home in Nevada. Born on October 15, 1926, in Montevallo, Mo., to James William and Ruth Ethel (Bright) Faith, he was known to almost everyone as “Bus”, a nickname earned from his father for always ‘moving around like a little bus’.

Bus grew up in Montevallo and attended the one-room schoolhouse on the Town Square through the 8th grade. He went on to attend El Dorado Springs High School in El Dorado Springs, Mo. and graduated in 1944.

In January of 1945, Bus enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and attended the legendary boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina. Recognized for his superior skills, Bus continued at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, famously known for its elite combat training programs. After successfully completing these training programs, the Marines decided to give Bus a taste of the West Coast and he was sent to Sea School, MCRD San Diego to continue his weapons training. Then, Bus was deployed to World War II where he served honorably as an Admiral’s Orderly, while stationed aboard USS Estes (AGC 12).

After the war ended and Bus was no longer needed on active duty, he returned home to Nevada, Mo. However, Bus took the Marine motto to heart: Semper Fidelis (“Always Faithful”) and in August of 1946, he joined the Marine Corps Reserve. Bus also began working in construction, most notably at Cottey College Reeves Hall where the brick and mortar he laid still stands today.

Bus had a very strong work ethic, felt a constant draw to public service, and everyone in town knew he was incredibly dependable, but above all, he was a good friend. Which is why no one was surprised when Bus became a City of Nevada Police Officer. Friends described his style as fair and funny, since Bus always liked to make someone smile to brighten their day – even if they were getting a speeding ticket!

Somewhere between working construction and policing the streets, a lovely lady – Diana – caught his eye. Soon after, Diana Lee Stone and Bus Faith were married on June 24, 1950. The newlyweds wouldn’t have much time to settle into married life, though, because Bus, being a Marine Corps Reservist, was called back to active duty in September of 1950.

He shipped out immediately to Korea where he was on the frontlines for almost a year at the end of the brutal Chosin Reservoir Campaign. Bus was a Marine Sergeant Machine Gunner with Weapons Company 3rd Battalion 7th Marines – 1st Marine Division. Out of the 240 Marines that Bus went with into battle, only 37 returned home; Bus was one of the 37. Our family called it “a miracle” that he made it back home - a Christmas miracle.

On December 25, 1951, at 6:00 A.M., Bus drove into the Nevada Town Square. Like the old song goes, Bus had promised “I’ll be home for Christmas”, and he kept his promise. Despite battling a terrible overnight ice storm and going through two sets of snow chains on the tires, nothing was going to keep him from making it home. (Odds are, if you were close to “Buster” you have heard that story 15 or 20 times, and the ice gets worse each time he tells the story; but somehow, that only made us love him more.)

If you were to ask Bus what he was most proud of in life, his answer would always be his kids, Janet and Jimmy, and making sure they both got college degrees. (And they did!) Then, once the grandchildren and great-grandchildren came along, Bus would beam with pride and tell story after story.

Bus was also lucky enough to get a second chance at love later in life when he met and married Carol Menan in Miami, Oklahoma. Ever the Valentine’s Day romantic, Bus married Carol on February 14, 1998. Carol quietly and consistently showed her unwavering love for Bus as she continued to care for him with gentle compassion during his final days.

Many will remember Bus for his 16 years as the elected Vernon County Treasurer, or for being a volunteer firefighter, but everyone will probably remember him from the Nevada Elks Club. He joined in February of 1952 and proudly proclaimed his status as their oldest member. Bus treasured spending his Thursday afternoons with his Elks “NASCAR Bunch” and his family takes great comfort in knowing he had such happy times with his friends even at the end of his life. Everyone has a “story” of Bus at the Elks Club, and his family can’t wait to hear all of them! He will also be remembered for his farming – crates and crates and crates of fresh tomatoes and cucumbers. He was born with green thumbs and loved using his hands to grow things on his farm.

When people think of Bus Faith, they will likely see the image of him behind the wheel of a dump truck smiling and waving as he hauled rock all over Vernon County. He was always happiest driving around town, delivering rock to customers and visiting about whatever happened to be going on in town.

Bus is survived by his wife, Carol Faith, of the home. He is also survived by his daughter, Janet Guthrie (John Allen) of Nevada, Mo.; his son, Jim Faith (Tricia) of Wichita, Kans.; and stepdaughters, Vickie Floyd (Larry) of Kansas City, Mo.; Alecia Johnson, Dickson, Tenn.; Rebekah Foley, Delinda Johnson and Christin Johnson of Nevada, Mo.

Blessed with large family that loved him, Bus is survived by many grandchildren and even more step grandchildren; just to name a few: Lana Faith Newman (husband Craig, children Olivia and Sam) and Ron Faith (children Phoenix, Raymond, and Tabitha) of Phoenix, Ariz.; Erica Guthrie (Alan Johnson) of Kansas City, Mo. and Marci Townsend (husband Michael, children Claire and Lanie) of Overland Park, Kans.; and Marcus Baysinger of Wichita, Kans. Survivors also include nieces and nephews, Nancy Faith Doutey (Matt), Vicki Faith, Bob Faith (Muffie), Jimmy Oslin, and Jason Oslin. Bus was preceded in death by his brother Robert V. Faith and sister Maxine Faith Oslin.

Graveside services with Military Honors will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Olive Branch Cemetery Branch Cemetery in Milo, MO with Dr. Kevin Daugherty officiating. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested in his memory to BPOE Elks #564 in Nevada c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Harrisonville Police seeking public assistance

Harrisonville Police needs your help making sure this young man is safe. We are trying to find Brady Waughtal, a 17-year-old male from Harrisonville.

Brady was last seen on 09-30-2021 at about 1:00am in the 900 block of Garden Way. Brady has red hair, blue eyes is 5’09” and 135 lbs. Brady has tattoos on his left arm and shoulder and on his right leg.

If you have information about Brady’s location, please contact Detective Arbuckle at (816)380-3621 or your local law enforcement agency.

UPDATE: Brady has been found safe. Thank you, everyone who called and gave us information.

Harrisonville football game now set for Saturday at noon!

There's been a date change for this week's Harrisonville Wildcat football game vs. Center. The game will now be played on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 12p.m.

The change was necessary due to COVID protocols at Center. This is a conference game, so admission is $5/adults; senior citizens and students are free. Payment will made at the gate.

Please note that Center does not allow anyone to enter the game after the 3rd quarter and there is no re-entry to the game if you leave.

Also, no fans are allowed on the field after the game. See the map for visitor parking. The game will be livestreamed on

4teez -

https://www.youtube.com/4teez.

Good morning Countywide Disposal Customers,

Good morning Countywide Disposal Customers,

Earth Day has passed but we should practice these safeguards daily. Let's help keep our environment clean and free from litter and debris.

Please remember to bag your loose garbage before placing it in your cart. Bagging the garbage helps in several ways:

* Keeps vermin and rodents out of the trash.

* Cart dumps cleaner at the road with no spillage.

* Helps haulers keep the garbage in the truck.

* Keeps trash from blowing in neighborhoods and reducing litter.

Thank you everyone for your help to keep the community clean!

The Little Apple 9/29

The large item dumpsters will be out at the City Barn September 28 - 30, 2021. There is one for electronics and then another for other acceptable items. This is a service that Countywide Disposal partners with the City to provide twice per year for their water/trash service customers.

Montrose Athletic Booster Club's Kickin’ Chicken Fundraiser Dinner will be Sunday, October 17 from 11:00-2:00 (or until sold out) at Montrose High School. Curbside to go service ONLY. $12 per plate includes Perryman's fried chicken (choice of white or dark meat), cheesy mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, and chocolate sheet cake. Sorry NO Special Orders and NO children’s menu. Proceeds benefit all athletic teams at MHS.

Girl’s Day Out is scheduled for October 10, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please come join the staff of Ellett Memorial Hospital for their 4th Annual Breast Cancer Wellness & Awareness Day. You can receive your pre-registered annual mammogram by Diagnostic Imaging Center Mobile Coach, win door prizes, gather information, local vendors, support others and recognize survivors. There will be Breast Cancer speakers sharing their life stories and talking about genetics and facts of Breast Cancer., A light lunch will be served and treats to indulge! Shirt orders will be taken until September 24. Contact April Loney or Julee Snyder at EMH 660-476-2111 with questions on scheduling your mammogram or shirt questions.

There will be a 4-H informational open house on Thursday, September 30, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the commons area of the Osceola High School. This will be a come and go event to provide information to families and individuals interested in 4-H. Come learn about what 4-H is really about - growing confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4H programs empower nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills.

A fish fry benefit fundraiser for Stony Creek, Walnut and Shady Lawn Schools will be held 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. October 1 at the Fair Haven Park near Harwood, MO. The menu includes fried fish and hush puppies, baked beans, cole slaw and homemade bread and butter. Freshly cranked ice cream and homemade pies (baked by the community ladies) will be served for dessert. Fair Haven Park is located on Hwy C, 8 miles north of Walker, MO

St. Clair Co Health Department reports 1104 positive cases and 21 current cases as of September 27. Appleton City has had 13 positive cases from August 23 to September 26. More information is available at http://www.scchcmo.net/covid-2.html.

DbarJ Quilts etc., Rockville MO, is having a drawing for a patriotic quilt to be given to a veteran on Veteran's Day. Any veteran can add their name, or have someone add your name to the drawing. There is no cost to have your name in the drawing, as you have already paid the price. Just come to the quilt shop and sign your name and a phone number where you can be reached, or give the information to Marge Zink.

As winter approaches, proper nutritional and reproductive management will lead to optimum cattle operation productivity and profitability. Therefore, MU Extension Livestock Specialists are working together to provide fall beef cattle producer management workshops on the evenings of October 21 in Stockton, Mo. (Stockton Christian Church Activity Center, 713 West St., Stockton, Mo. 65785) and October 28 in Nevada, Mo. (Vernon County Fairgrounds Centennial Hall, 1488 Ashland St., Nevada, Mo. 64772) beginning a 6:30 p. m. each evening. Workshops will cover winter cattle nutrition and reproduction management strategies. Topics covered by MU Extension Livestock Field Specialist will include: Cattle supplementation and nutritional management, Cattle reproductive management as fall calving cow breeding season approaches and Pros and cons of fall and or spring calving season. Workshops are free to the public but please register by October 20 for the Stockton, Mo. workshop or by October 27 for the Nevada, Mo. workshop. To register for the Stockton workshop, contact the Cedar County MU Extension Center at (417) 276-3313 or online at https://extension.missouri.edu/events/fall-beef-cattle-producers-workshop-stockton-mo. To register for the Nevada, workshop, contact the Vernon County MU Extension Center at (417) 448-2560 or online at https://extension.missouri.edu/events/fall-beef-cattle-producers-workshop-nevada-mo. For all other questions or more information on the workshop contact Davis at (417) 276-3313 or by email at davismp@missouri.edu.

Ellett Memorial Hospital offers outpatient specialist services for October. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Oct 6– Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Oct 7 – OB/GYN, Dr. Kallberg, Oct 8 – Ortho-Dr. Gray, Oct 13 - Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Vardakis, Oct 14 Rheumatology, Dr. Tay, Oct 21 – Podiatry- Dr. Ciaramello, Oct 27 – Ortho – Dr. Gray, Oct 27 – Ophthalmology – Dr. Soni, Oct 28 – Rheumatology – Dr. Tay

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Sept 28-30 Large item dumpsters will be out at the City Barn for AC water/trash service customers

Sept 30 PTO Meeting at 6:15 p.m. at Hudson R-IX and Student Performance at 7:00 p.m.

Sept 30 4H informational open house 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the commons area of the Osceola High School

Oct 1 Benefit Fish Fry at Fair Haven Park

Oct 10 Girl’s Day Out from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Ellett Memorial Hospital