Bates County COVID-19 Updates October 15th

BATES COUNTY COVID-19 Updates

October 15, 2021

Positive Cases Reported: 2387

Active & On Isolation: 36

Deaths (confirmed by death certificate): 49

Total Negative Tests Reported: 24,545 as of 10/14/21

Obituary -Michael Allen Bishop

Michael Allen Bishop, age 74 of Grove, Oklahoma formerly of Blue Mound, Kansas passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021. He was born the son of Jacob T. and Erma O. Giffin Bishop on January 29, 1947 at Blue Mound, Kansas. Mike joined the United States Marines in 1966 and was honorably discharged in 1968. 

He married Bonnie Carter on May 6, 1968 in Summersville, Missouri to this union they were blessed with four children. From 1979 until his retirement in 2010, Mike or "MA" as he was known by his co-workers, was employed with Kansas City Power and Light at the La Cygne plant. Mike never met a stranger, loved "helping" his neighbors, enjoyed motorcycles, fishing, puzzles, yardwork, his family and especially his grandkids, he loved just being outdoors in general.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Waverly and Dan Bishop, sister in law, Kathy Bishop, brother in law, Ralph Stites and a nephew, Tim Bishop. Mike is survived by his loving wife of fifty three years, Bonnie, three sons, Chris and wife, Kendra, Eric and wife, Anna, Jeremy and wife, Megan, one daughter, Melissa Osenton and husband, Chad, two brothers, Roy Bishop and Les Bishop and wife, Vicky, one sister, Donna Stites, and eleven grandchildren, Javin, Gabbie, Mia, Kaleb, Kenzie, Ashton, Emma, Hope, Connor, Emersyn and Kenadee.

Memorial Service will be at 10 am, Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at the First Baptist Church of Parker. Visitation will be from 5 pm to 7 pm, Monday, October 18, 2021 at the Schneider Funeral Home in Mound City. The family requests that visitors wear masks while attending the visitation and service. 

The family suggests contributions to Hewitt-New Post #248 American Legion and may be sent in care of Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory P.O. Box J Mound City, Kansas 66056. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com

Obituary - Richard "Rick" Courtois

Richard "Rick" Eugene Courtois, age 74, Pleasanton, Kansas passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021. He was born in Pleasanton, Kansas on February 24, 1947 the son of Charles and Freda Johnson Courtois. He graduated from Pleasanton High School. Rick was united in marriage to Margie Jean Orton on December 4, 1965. To this union, three children were born. Margie preceded him in death on September 29, 1978. He worked at Rylie Equipment and Contracting for many years before enjoying retirement.

He was also preceded in death by his parents. Rick is survived by a son, Richard E. Courtois II and wife Janelle, two daughters, Lisa Degrande and Jeannie Anderson and husband Terry, a sister, Charlene Allison(Jerry), eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Graveside service will be held 2:30 pm Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Pleasanton Cemetery. Individual respects and guest registry can be made from 10 am to 4 pm Friday at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Contributions are suggested to Care To Share, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 525, Pleasanton, Kansas. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

State Farm Student Athlete of the Week

We are so excited to announce this week’s State Farm student athlete Junior, Mason Diehl. Mason starts as safety for the Butler Bears and also plays offensively as a wide receiver. Mason was nominated by varsity Head Coach Gregg Webb. Webb stated “We had a lot of holes to fill after losing so many seniors last year, and when Mason was placed in one of those spots he has really stepped up and made the most of it. He is athletic and is not afraid of contact.” Mason had two receptions for a total of 125 yards and one touchdown in the big game last week against Warsaw. Both teams were going into that game undefeated and it was an important game for conference and district standing. Mason also had several stops on defense with big tackles last Friday night and helped the Bears get the win. Mason when asked what is something he can take away from playing sports and apply to later in life stated “that when you set your mind to something you can accomplish it.” When we asked what it takes to become an elite athlete he stated “he really feels it is the hard work you put in during the off season that makes a difference.” Mason is still undecided what his future plans will be after graduation. We want to congratulate Mason and the Bears on their successful season thus far. They are currently 7-0 and play at El Dorado Springs this evening at 7 p.m. Go Bears!

Pictured left to right: Kellie Davidson State Farm, Mason Diehl son of Trent and Kristen Diehl, Head Coach Gregg Webb

Thank you for the donation

A huge thank you to the Adrian MO Lions Club for their generous donation to help with the Lily's House kitchen renovation.

Obituary - Charles Roger Elliott

Charles Roger Elliott was born March 24,1937 to Harry Pierson and Louise (Hart) Elliott in Bogard, MO. He passed peacefully surrounded by his children and was received into the arms of the Lord on September 6, 2021 at the age of 84 years, 5 months and 13 days.

Charles graduated from Garden City High School in 1955. After graduation, he began working at Westinghouse. On February 14, 1958 he married his sweetheart, Iona Ann Allison. To this union four children were born: Jeff, Julie, Jeanie and Jerry. Charles went on to work at Bendix and then General Motors, where he completed the apprentice program and became a Tool and Die Maker. He spent many of his working years at the Leeds location, transferred to Arlington, TX, then retired from Fairfax. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Louise Elliott, siblings Jeanette Gudde, Kay Akins, Connie Wille, Chester Elliott and Ronnie Elliott, as well as his wife of 55 years, Iona Elliott. Charles is survived by his children, Jeff Elliott (Lindy) of Lee’s Summit, MO, Julie Blanchard (Randy) of Houston, TX, Jeanie Cook (David) of Lee’s Summit, MO and Jerry Elliott (Pauline) also of Lee’s Summit, MO, 13 grandchildren: Jace and Jesse Elliott, Ethan, Andrew and Alec Blanchard, Allison Anderson, Abbie and Ashlyn Cook, Amanda Lee, Austin and Alec Breed, Carson and Camryn Elliott, four great-grandchildren; siblings Mary Ellen Bowie, Clinton, MO, Larry Elliott, Kingsville, MO, Diana Kline, Orlando FL and Bob Elliott, Normandy, TN.

Charles had a lifelong love of fishing, western movies, clock making, model trains, tinkering with engines and motors and crossword puzzles.. He will be remembered for his sweet smile, strong work ethic and storytelling. He was the kind of man that made you want to pull up a chair and visit for a while.

Please join the family to remember and honor Charles at a Visitation/Celebration of Life on Saturday, October 23 from 1-3 p.m. at the Garden City Community Center, Garden City, MO.

Family will hold private graveside services at a later date following cremation.

Obituary - Mary B. (Bre) Harrison

Mary Breanna Harrison age 42 of Peculiar, Missouri departed this life Monday, October 11, 2021 at Belton Regional Medical Center, Belton, Missouri.

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 2:30 at the Dickey Funeral Home with burial in the Peculiar Cemetery, Peculiar, Missouri.

A complete obituary will be posted here as soon as that information becomes available.

Obituary - Debbie Ann Moore

Graveside services and inurnment for Debbie Graham Moore of Ada, Oklahoma will be 11 a.m. Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri under direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Visitation prior to graveside service from 10 - 11 a.m. Saturday, October 16 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Debbie Ann Moore, age 74 of Ada, Oklahoma died Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Baptist-Integris Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born March 1, 1947 to Carl Francis and Juanita Marie Horney Graham in Alva, Oklahoma.

Debbie is survived by two sons, Britt Johnson and fiancé Lisa Bodey of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and Bryan Johnson and wife Banner of Durant, Oklahoma; one brother, Curtis Graham and wife Monina of Las Cruces, New Mexico; one sister, Nancy Baker and husband Jack of Butler, Missouri; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents.