Obituary - Marie C. Wilson

Marie C. Wilson, age 89 of Clinton, Missouri, passed away Friday, December 3rd, 2021 at her son's home in Clinton, after a short illness.

Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 9th, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, Missouri, with burial following in the Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri. 

Family will receive friends Wednesday, December 8th, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Marie's name can be made to the First Baptist Church of Clinton, and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Lillie “Marie” Wilson was born on July 21, 1932 in Bates County, Missouri. The daughter of Hazel and Fred Cornell. On June 7, 1952 Marie was united in marriage to Richard P. Wilson. To this union 4 children were born: Rick (Jeanne), Linda, Fred, and Donnie (Kathy) all of Clinton.

Marie loved her church; she was an active member of First Baptist Church for 62 years. She worked for Osage Valley Electric for several years. Marie loved playing cards, bowling, and watching her kids and grandkids play ball.

Along with her 4 children Marie is also survived by 3 sisters and 1 brother; Betty of Oklahoma, Freda of Clinton, Missouri, Richard Dale of Harrisonville, Missouri and Connie of California. Marie had 11 grandchildren; Matt, Crystal, Nichole (James), Lindsey (Matt), Erin, Daniel (Rachel), Brad (Andrea), Wendy (Brian), Amy (Jeff), Nolan, and Jordan, 18 great-grandchildren; Hannah, Nicholas, Kannon, Konnor, Cole, Elnora, Kyler, Cambrie, Carlie, Keegan, Iva, Danny, Freddy, Baker, Caroline, Lillie, Tristan and Adelynn.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

Obituary - Leonard R. Ramsey

Leonard R. Ramsey, 83, of Nevada, MO, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, in Nevada. Leonard was born September 2, 1938, in Ft. Scott, KS to Paul R. and Ruth Helen (Rogers) Ramsey.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Mary Ruth (Ramsey) Graham. Leonard is survived by his long life companion of 20 years; three daughters, Terry Fritz of Reno, NV, Patty Lewis of Cottonwood, AZ, and Dana Ramsey Padgett and her husband Bob of Rose Hill, KS; one son, Edward Ramsey of Union Town, KS; and Sue’s children, Yvette and Clarenc Wolf, and Heather Hinkle, all of Nevada; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Leonard joined the United States Navy and served for four years after graduating from high school. Following his time in the service he returned to Kansas where he had spent most of his life. Leonard joined Sue and moved to Nevada, MO in August 2001. He had a mechanics shop in Union Town, KS for 17 years then went to work for Bourbon County. After he retired in 2001, he enjoyed woodworking, trot line fishing, playing cards with his very special friends, and loved all his families.

Leonard was in Medicalodges in Nevada for over two years and accepted what had to be with no complaints. He loved his private room and loved and appreciated the staff that cared for him. Leonard will be missed by many.

No services are planned.

Archie School District named Regional Hub Leader by DESE's Office of Childhood

Update: Human remains found identified as missing El Dorado Springs man

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.

On December 1, 2021, the investigative team identified the remains as that of Timothy N. Taber, 56, of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, who had been reported missing on May 24, 2021. There appears to be no evidence of foul play.

Respectfully,
Jarrod Schiereck, Chief of Police El Dorado Springs 

Stolen bus recovered in Henry County

A stolen school bus from Clinton Christian Academy on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at approximately 6:00 p.m. Security camera footage shows that it went towards Clinton.

The bus is a 2001 International 3000 series with registration of 6C43A3. "Clinton Christian Academy" is printed on the sides of the bus. Please call 660-885-5587 if you have any information about the stolen bus.

(The picture is only an example of what the bus generally looks like)

* Update

This bus has been recovered 

Updated Obituary - Darrell Donavan Stevener

Darrell Donavan Stevener was born to Raymond and Myra (Gibson) Stevener on June 23, 1954 in Nevada, MO. Darrell departed this life on the morning of December 2, 2021.

Darrell was married to Debbie (West) in 1992. Together they have four children: Talana, Josh, Mark, and Traci.

Darrell attended the Rich Hill schools and graduated in 1972. While in high school he was the captain of the football team and a record-earning member of the track team. Darrell entered the family farm out of high school and would eventually take it over with his brother, Phil. Being from a long line of farmers, it was in his blood.

Darrell had a passion and talent for the craft. He and Phil worked to grow the family enterprise for nearly 50 years so it’s legacy can continue for generations more.

Darrell was known for his genuinely kind, easy-going, and often goofy demeanor. He was always willing and ready to help others. Darrell was generally the “quiet” life of the party, pulling pranks and telling jokes. If you stayed around long enough, you might even get a new nickname (but not necessarily one you could use in public).

He had a love for Disney, cars, traveling, and a good restaurant. When you lost him on a family trip you could usually find him at the nearest eating establishment getting a snack. As much as he liked to travel, he always wanted to be home in Rich Hill for the Fourth of July celebration.

At home or afar, what mattered most was that he was spending time with his family creating memories which will be forever cherished. Darrell was a friend to many and would do anything for those he loved.

Darrell is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter, aunts, and uncles. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, of the home; children Talana Sullins, Josh (Tracy) Sullins, Mark (Morgan) Stevener, and Traci Stevener; grandchildren Maddy, Morgan, Megan, Emma, Brynn, and Elle; brother Phil Stevener; brothers-in-law Roger West and Rick West; sister-in-law Tammi (Robert) Irwin; cousins Dixie Black, Mike (Cindy Wheatley) Black, Chuck (Marti) Gibson, Lester (Sara) Gibson, and Paul (Pam) Stevener, Jr.; life-long friend Jerry (Tammy) Williams; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, Tuesday, December 7th at the Rich Hill First Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 5-7 pm, Monday, December 6th at the Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill, Missouri. Burial will be in the Green Lawn Cemetery.

Obituary - Linda G. Bushno

Linda G. Bushno, 83, Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home.

She is survived by her 4 children, Debbie Lawson and husband Gary, Humansville, Missouri, Bill Wiseman and wife Dawn, Lowry City, Missouri, Bob Wiseman, Harrisonville, Missouri, Michelle Durham, Peculiar, Missouri; 16 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Ken Eliuk, Folton, Missouri; a former daughter-in-law, Janet Wiseman, Harrisonville, Missouri; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at a later date at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

The week ahead weather wise

It'll be a cold and blustery Monday across the area with highs only in the mid to upper 30s and wind chill values in the teens and 20s. 

While most folks will stay dry on Tuesday, there may be a few flurries, especially north and east of the Kansas City Metro. 

Temperatures will then warm through the end of the week with unseasonably warm temperatures expected Thursday and Friday.