Obituary - Laura "Elaine" Johnson

Laura "Elaine" Johnson, age 82, Mound City, Kansas passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021. She was born September 14, 1939 in the Armourdale community of Kansas City, Kansas. She was the last of 12 children born to Clarence C. and Laura Smith Gross. Elaine spent the bulk of her childhood in the Armourdale Community. 

During her junior high years, the Gross family moved to the rural La Cygne area where she graduated from Brooklyn Ridge and La Cygne High School in the Class of 1957. Later that same year she married Bobby Dean Johnson of rural Mound City. From this union, they had two sons. Though Elaine did work in the Mound City nursing home for a time, she was most content in being a wife and mother. Elaine had a variety of hobbies such as, sewing, traveling and reading a wide variety of Christian books. She was an active church member and enjoyed all of these before the onset of Alzheimer's which ultimately took her life.

She is survived by her husband Bob D. Johnson of the home, two sons, Brad Johnson of Arma, Kansas and Kendall Johnson and wife Doris of Mound City, brother in law, David Johnson of Pleasanton, Kansas, sister, Sandra Strickland of Dallas, Georgia, two brothers, James Gross of Phoenix, Arizona and Robert Gross of Orlando, Florida, four grandsons, Bobby H. Johnson and wife Jamie, Clinton W. Johnson and wife Emily, all of Mound City, Jakob A. Johnson of Platte City, Missouri, and Kirk A. Johnson of Overland Park, Kansas, a granddaughter, Kristina A. Pierce and husband Steven, six great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Graveside service will be held 1 pm Monday, November 22, 2021 at the Richland Cemetery. Elaine will lie in state from 12:30 to 4 pm Sunday and Monday before the service at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer's Foundation c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box J, Mound City, KS 66056. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Missouri Missing: Someone has to know something

Date Missing: November 18, 2008

David Clem Cook was last seen by his family, on November 18, 2008, when he told them he was going to meet a friend. He has not been seen since. Everything in his home, near Amsterdam, Missouri, was found intact, and does not appear to have been gone through. Both his vehicles were found at his home. 

Law enforcement said the only things missing are his eye glasses and cell phone. Mr. Cook is a long time employee at the Kansas City Power and Light Company near La Cygne, Kansas. Foul play is suspected.

If you have information, please contact the Bates County Sheriff's Office at 660.679.3232 or the Missouri State Highway Patrol Missing Persons Unit at 800.877.3452 or 911

10 Adrian Blackhawks selected to All Conference Football Team:

West Central Football Conference recently selected an All-Conference team. Several Adrian players occupy spots on that team. 

Many were selected for both offense and defense.- Courtesy of the Adrian News Leader:

Colton Bass QB / CB
Korbin Kisner RB / LB
Mason Talley WR
Hunter Bailey RB
Jackson Deal TE / LB
Clayton Bridges OL
Hank Tenholder OL / DL
Shawn Walsh S
Chandler Jacqinot OL
Jence Griffith DE

2021 Missouri State High School Football State Quarterfinals Week 13 Scores:

Friday Scores:
Drexel 90 Archie 42
King City 42, Bishop LeBlond 28
North Shelby 60, St. Paul Lutheran 12
Worth County 76 Tarkio 42
Lutheran 49, Lift of Life Academy Charter 36
St. Mary's (STL) 44, Central (Park Hills) 7
St. Pius X ( Kansas City) 42, Pleasant Hill 13
Hannibal 35, West Plains 26
Smithville 29, Lincoln College Prep 14
Jackson 49, Rockwood Summit 14
Webb City 35, Lebanon 13
Holt 31, Chaminade College Prep 28
Ft. Osage 35, Grain Valley 0
CBC 28, Lees Summit North 21

Saturday Scores:

Thayer 30, Windsor 22

Liberty North 35, Troy Buchanan 21
Hayti 26, Monroe City 22
East Buchanan 22, Penney 12
Lafayette County 52, Bowling Green 32
Lamar 34, Ava 14
Richmond 49, Maryville 23
Mexico 20, Seneca 7
Cardinal Ritter 48, Owensville 6
North County 49, Vashon 24
MICDS 22, St. Dominic 20

Obituary - Jack Braxton Hartline

Jack Braxton Hartline, 84, Nevada, MO passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Medicalodges in Nevada following a lengthy illness. Jack was born February 24, 1937 in Harwood, MO to William and Frances (Cartwright) Hartline. He was united in marriage to Linda Ruth Rapp in Miami, OK on November 14, 1960 and she preceded him in death on December 26, 2018.

As a young child, Jack moved with his family to California. At the age of 16 they returned to Schell City, where he graduated from Schell City High School Class of 1955. Following high school, Jack served in the United States Air Force from 1955 – 1959 and was stationed in Japan. Following his time in the Air Force, he returned to Nevada area and worked as a truck driver for a number of years. After his marriage to Linda they spent time in San Jose, CA where all their children were born. A few years later they returned to Nevada where he operated Hartline Skelly in Nevada for ten years and then the Texaco Station for several years. Later on Jack sold vehicles for Brown Ford and Guthrie Motors until his retirement. He was past president of the Men’s Bowling Association, Life member of the BPO Elks #564, and Charter member of the Nevada Eagles Lodge #3770. Jack loved to play Bingo, playing the lottery, and being with his family.

Jack is survived by his three children, Jack W. Hartline, Nevada, Terri Hartline, Nevada, and Sherri Thomasson (Dan) of Leavenworth, KS; three grandchildren, Jacob Thomasson, Columbus, KS, Jeremy Hardin, Oregon City, OR, and Jolynn Hansen of Anchorage, AK; 5 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to his wife, Linda, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Jerry Hartline and Bill Hartline; 3 sisters, Betty Jackson, Virda Milligan and Sue Malcom.

Funeral services for Jack Hartline will be Tuesday, November 23, at 11:00 a.m. at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada with Chaplain Kenny Batson officiating. Family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 on Monday, Nov. 22. Memorials are suggested to Vernon County Cancer Relief in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Bates County COVID-19 Updates 11/19

Bates County COVID-19 Updates 11/19
November 19, 2021
Positive Cases Reported: 2,527
Active & On Isolation: 38
Deaths (confirmed by death certificate): 53
Total Negative Tests Reported: 27,160 as of 11/18/21

Obituary - Gayle Leigh Rhodes

Gayle Leigh (Rose) Rhodes, 69, of Nevada, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021, at her home surrounded by family after a tough battle with cancer over the last year and a half. “You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have”.

Gayle was born August 3, 1952, in Fort Scott, KS., to Mary Ann (Minor) and Jerry Rose.

Gayle attended Nevada schools for most of her life after moving back to the area from Kansas

City. She graduated in the Class of 1970. After high school she worked for her father and later Farm and Home Savings, Silverline Industries, and Oppenheimer Mutual Funds. With many health issues, Gayle retired and stayed in the Nevada area.

She most enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandchildren. But we all knew she loved a cold can of coke, a cosmic brownie, and the pellet ice from Cash and Dash. She would often call her grandkids to come over and fix her phone or ask, “how do I get this message off here?”

She had two children, Buffi Nielson (Parker) of Nevada, MO. Dusty Rhodes (Robin) of New

Caney, TX. Grandchildren include Matthew Nielson (Jenna), Jordan Nielson, Channing Nielson (Ashley), Taylor Nielson, Jensen Nielson, Madison Rhodes, and Colton Rhodes. Great grandchildren include Tresen Nielson, and Parker Quinn Nielson. Family members include two sisters, Connie Stiles and Cindi (Dennis) Cullison, and one brother, Jerry (Kim) Rose. Trent and Andrea Stiles, with great nephews, Camden Stiles, Teegan Stiles. Numerous nieces and nephews. Gayle was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ann Rose, Jerry Rose, her sister, Cindi Cullison, and Buffi’s husband, Parker. “If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart…I’ll stay there forever. Winnie the Pooh”

We love you, Mom-Bammie-Bam Bam...just rest.

A private service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Gayle’s family c/o Ferry Funeral Home 301 S Washington, Nevada, MO, 64772.

State Farm Student Athlete of the Week

We were excited to travel to Drexel for this week’s athlete of the week senior, Cory Cumpton. Cory plays for the Drexel Bobcats and was nominated by his Coach Phillip Dean. Coach Dean stated “Cory is a leader who has helped guide his team to playing in their third district championship in three years. You can always count on Cory to do the right thing and give his full effort and at 6’1” and 180 lbs he’s probably one of the toughest kids on our team”.

When we asked Cory to state what he has learned through playing sports that he can apply later in life he stated “playing sports and being on a team is more like being a part of a family.

You have to learn to get along with everyone even if there are some you don’t like, and you have to be able to communicate with others on your team effectively to make things work.” When we asked him what it takes to become an elite athlete he stated “you have to be able to take the criticism the coach gives you and try to build upon it and keep getting better.

If your coach isn’t getting onto you about anything, that’s not good and means he gave up on you.” We asked Cory what he felt like was different about his team this year that has made them successful he stated “this year I feel like everyone has taken a step up. We have worked the last two years and did well, but this year it feels like we’ve all matured and all the pieces are coming together.” Drexel plays Archie tonight for the district Championship. We wish Cory and the Bobcats the best of luck!!

Pictured left to right: Julia Cumpton, Mother of Cory; Senior, Cory Cumpton, son of Brian & Julia Compton; Head Football Coach Phillip Dean; Kellie Davidson, State Farm Agent