Obituary - Darren Lee Maynard

Daren Lee Maynard, age 49, of Nevada, MO passed away at his home Sunday, November 11, 2021, after a long illness. He was born February 5, 1972, in Kettering, England to Malcolm Douglas and Elizabeth Joyce (Price) Maynard.

Darren was a high school graduate, and married Carla Jean (Morris) Maynard on June 3, 2018, in Nevada, MO. He was a Christian and had worked at Kentucky Fried Chicken and Domino’s Pizza. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, mini golf, playing darts and playing pool.

Darren leaves behind his wife Carla Maynard; a stepson, Cody Leeker, Nevada, MO; a stepdaughter, Courtney Leeker, Miramar, CA; his mother Elizabeth Joyce Maynard; twin sisters, Tracy Guy and Karen Maynard; a brother, John Maynard; a niece, Zoe Guy and a nephew Danny Guy. He was preceded in death by his father, Malcolm Maynard, an infant brother, Mark Maynard, and an infant sister, Sarah Maynard.

There will be a private family service.

Obituary - James “Jimmy” Edward Smith

Memorial services for Jimmy Smith, formerly of Adrian, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation will be prior to services from 1-2 p.m. at Schowengerdt Chapel. Inurnment in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

James “Jimmy” Edward Smith, age 65 formerly of Adrian, Missouri died Monday, November 22, 2021. He was born June 22, 1956 to John and Martha Gene Thomas Smith.

Jimmy is survived by one son, Tyler Smith and wife Kia of Farmersville, Texas; one daughter, Sara Smith of Archie, Missouri; two brothers, Kirk Smith and wife Debbie of Pleasant Hill, Missouri and Larry Smith of Adrian, Missouri; two sisters, Debbie and Shelly; and five grandchildren, Jennifer Lough, Joshua Lough, Jeffrey Lough, Jackson Lough and Kariel Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents; and stepdad Harry McDowell.

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Obituary - Mabel Elizabeth Taylor

Mabel Elizabeth Taylor, 88, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at her home. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 29, 2021 at the Faith Baptist Church in Harrisonville with visitation from 10:30-11:00. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the church. Inurnment will be held in the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO at a later date.

A complete obituary will be posted when information is available.

Obituary - Larry Curtice Bradley

Larry Curtice Bradley, 71, of Nevada, fortified by the sacraments of Holy Mother Church, died November 22 in St. Louis, MO from pneumonia, pancreatic cancer, and complications from Parkinson’s disease. He was born July 3, 1950, in Neosho, MO to Mary Ann Clark Bradley and Curtice Lee Bradley. 

He grew up in Pineville, MO. He received a bachelor’s degree in history from Missouri Southern State University in Joplin and a Master’s in Librarianship from Emporia State University. He came to Nevada in March 1974 to replace the retiring Dorothy Hill as director of the Nevada Public Library. He was working as an IT Supervisor for the State of Missouri until stricken by his final illness.

He was married February 8, 1975, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church to Karen Lynn Taylor of Nevada. He was an active member of the community and had belonged to the Optimist Club, the Lions Club, the Rotary Club, was a member and president of the Nevada Library Board of Directors, was a member and President of the Nevada Parks and Recreation Board and enjoyed playing bridge in several bridge clubs. He admired, respected, and loved the work of the Rotary Club and would have been a 48-year member in March 2022. He had served as President of the Nevada club and had been their longtime secretary. He also served as President of the Fort Scott Rotary Club during the years that he worked for Fort Scott Community College. He served numerous terms as Assistant District Governor for District 6110 and enjoyed visiting other clubs in the District and making Rotary friendships. He was a Paul Harris Fellow. However, what he loved most was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his widow, Karen; a son, Joseph Pohl and daughter-in-law, Abbie Ann of St. Louis; a daughter, Joanna Lynn and son-in-law, Phillip Aaron Wesley of Kansas City; four grandchildren, Ainsley Olivia and Andrew Ross Bradley; and Henry Joseph Bradley and Lena Alexandra Wesley; his brother, Clark Bradley of Joplin, a sister-in-law, Cheri Earnest, and her husband, Doug of Branson, sister-in-law Nancy Alt, and her husband, Dennis of Shawnee, KS as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and an uncle. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Nevada. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Nevada. The rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 30, 2021, and the family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home following the rosary. Due to COVID and because of having immunosuppressed family members, we kindly ask for all who attend to wear a mask.

Memorials are suggested to The Rotary Foundation, or to Washington University Parkinson Disease Research, or the DAR Education Advancement for Missouri Junior Members Fund, c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Ellett Memorial Hospital Apple of the week

Becky Collins is the Ellett Apple of the week. Next time you see Becky let her know how great it is to have her as part of the Ellett Team!

The Little Apple 11/24

November 24, 2021

Trash day for this week will be on FRIDAY, November 26. Be sure to have your trash cart at the curb BY 7:00 a.m.

City Hall will be closing at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, November 24 and will be closed November 25 and 26 for Thanksgiving.

The 2021 AIM’s Annual Lighted Christmas Parade will be 5:30 p.m. Saturday, November 27 at the Montrose Community Building. Arthur Christmas will be playing on the Big Screen at the Montrose Community Building starting at 5:30 p.m. Concessions will be available, hosted by the Montrose JH/HS Cheer Squad and are a free will donation. At 7:00 p.m., the Grand Lighting Ceremony will take place on Main Street. Immediately following the Lighting will be the Christmas Parade. To register a float or for additional information, contact Amanda Tenholder at 660-383-2834.

The Montrose Knights of Columbus will hold their annual Germantown Turkey Shoot Sunday November 28, starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Germantown ball field. Tickets are $3.00 each and advance sale tickets will enter the purchaser into a drawing for 1 of 4 cash prizes. Two raffles will be held the day of the shoot for 2 shotguns. There will be a youth line shot every hour. Tickets are available in Appleton City at Dr. Payton’s office, Fennewald Plumbing or any Knights members.

AN ACT OF KINDNESS to show your appreciation to our area serviceman, please MAIL A CHRISTMAS CARD to servicemen’s names that were received. Some are stationed a long way from Appleton City. Tell them who you are, belong to, classmate of parents, know your grandparents, etc. Whatever you can tell them about your connection in AC. Just signing a name leaves them wondering who this is.

Daniel Parsons, Building 1900 Shay St., Room 102 B, Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473

ACHS 2018, son of Marcus ACHS 1966 & Tracy AC Teacher.
L.Cpl. Nold Austin R, 1/1 DET, Unit 89113 Box # 221, FPOAP 96611-1300

ACHS 2020. Parents Jeff & Amy ACHS 2002 Nold, grandparents Chris & Karen Green.

McClure, Austin, D (commas in his name) PSC333 Box# 3876, APOAP 962510039

ACHS 2020. Parents Greg ACHS 1999 & Jessica ACHS 2000 McClure.

Dalton Rapp, 614 Dahlia Ave., Altus, OK 73521

Attend AC Elementary till 5th Grade with ACHS 2015. Father was Danny Rapp ACHS 1977. Grandfather Duwayne Rapp

The 25th Annual Christmas in the Country will be Saturday, December 4, 2021. The Depot Craft Show, sponsored by the AC Museum, will feature returning popular artisans with their handmade items and space for a few more. Contact Patty Bartz at 660-598-4151 for information. New events and open houses are encouraged throughout the day. Christmas in the Country has become a community event that supporters look forward to each year. It provides an opportunity to shop locally for those on your Christmas list and enjoy the Christmas Spirit in AC.

Hudson Hustler’s 4-H Club will host its annual Loaded Baked Potato Bar at ACHS Commons from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 4 with the Christmas in the Country activities. Baked potatoes will be $7 each, including a dessert and drink. Pre-order and carry-out are options, as well as eating in the high school commons. For information, please contact Jamie O’Farrell at 660-492-3573 or Jennifer Hawkins at 417-359-3846.

Vendors are wanted at 5th Annual AC PTO Holiday Shopping Extravaganza on Saturday, December 4 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the AC High School gym and commons area. There will be a variety of vendors ready to share their holiday specials. If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Jennifer Hawkins at jenniferhawkinstriplehfarm@gmail.com or 417-359-3846. Also, follow AC Elementary PTO Facebook page to find additional information. There will be hourly door prizes (need not be present to win) and the event is free of charge for the community to attend. Donations will be accepted, as this event is earmarked to help continue the PTO’s campaign of capital improvements to the school.

Appleton City Hosts “A Whoville Christmas” Parade December 4 starting at 4:00 p.m., in conjunction with Christmas in the Country festivities. Groups, individuals, etc. interested in being in the parade, please let Lyndsi Davis Rivera know by texting her at 660-4642575.

St. Mary’s School in Montrose is having their annual Fall Fiesta Fundraiser dinner 5:00-9:00 p.m. Saturday, December 4. This is a free will donation dinner that includes tacos with fixings, dessert, and drink. They will also have games/crafts, a silent auction (bidding will close at 8:00 p.m.) and basket and 50-50 raffles (drawings will be held December 13). They appreciate your continued support of St. Mary’s School.

Ellett Memorial Hospital offers outpatient specialist services for December. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Dec 1 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Vardakis, Dec 8– Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Dec 9 – Rheumatology, Dr. Tay, Dec 10– Ortho-Dr. Gray, Dec 15– Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Vardakis, Dec 16 – Podiatry- Dr. Ciaramello, Dec 22 – Ophthalmology – Dr. Soni, Dec 22 – Ortho-Dr. Gray

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Nov 26 Trash pickup in Appleton City

Nov 27 AIM Annual Lighted Christmas Parade activities 5:30 p.m. at the Montrose Community Building

Nov 28 Montrose Knights of Columbus Germantown Turkey Shoot starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Germantown ball field

Dec 4 AC Christmas in the Country activities

Dec 4 St. Mary’s School in Montrose annual Fall Fiesta Fundraiser dinner 5:00-9:00 p.m.

Way to hunt young man!

SONIC CITATION: Conservation Agent Corporal Don Tiller checked on this young duck hunter waterfowl hunting with his parents at a farm pond in rural Bates County on Saturday.

The youth had just harvested the duck pictured. Agent Tiller issued the youth a “Sonic Citation” for a free ice cream cone from Sonic for his hunting efforts and ethics.

The young hunter’s mother provided the following comment, “Agent Don Tiller is doing his good duty. Our son earned a good conservation award tonight while duck hunting.”’