From the Clinton School District

IMPORTANT UPDATE

Due to continued staffing constraints, Thursday, January 20 and Friday, January 21 will be Alternative Methods of Instruction (AMI) days. 

Students in preschool-5th grade have learning packets to complete. CMS and CHS have their school-issued Chromebooks to complete work through Google Classroom.Preschool-5th grade students who were not in attendance last Friday to receive their learning packets will be given these assignments when we return to school.  Students will be held accountable for completing assigned work.  ****Please note that the attendance of each student on an AMI day is based on their completion of assignments from their teachers.****

If you or your child should have any questions regarding assigned work, please reach out to their teacher. You can find a list of email addresses here: 

https://clintoncardinals.org/our_people/staff_directory

Schools included: Henry Elementary School Clinton Intermediate School Clinton High School Clinton Early Childhood Center Clinton Technical School

Obituary - Jimmie Roger Belew, Jr.

Jimmie Roger Belew, Jr., 49, of Sheldon, MO, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, January 17, 2022 at Kansas University Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. Jimmie was born on November 14, 1972 in Clinton, MO to Jimmie Roger and Donna Kaye (Nowell) Belew. He married Candi L. Spall on May 26, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV and she survives of the home.

Jimmie attended Sheldon School where he met his wife. His hands on skills included framing and roofing homes. Jimmie’s passion was for music and the thrill of adventure.

Survivors include his wife, Candi; his three children, Briana (Casey) Kalleck, Sheldon, Tyler (Jaycee) Belew, Sheldon and Taylor (Tierra) Belew, Nevada, MO; grandchildren, Alyson Kalleck, Holden Belew, Emma Kalleck, and Dayton Belew. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Sheldon Cemetery, Sheldon. Arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Friends may call until 1:00 p.m. on the day of the funeral.

Obituary - Darrel G. Skeens

Darrel G. Skeens, 87, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Golden Years Care Center in Harrisonville. 

A complete obituary will be added when in becomes available. No services are scheduled at this time.

Two charged in Bates County

Two Bates County residents have been charged as the result of an investigation conducted by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office at the request of the Bates County Sheriff Chad Anderson.

Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said his office received a request from Sheriff Anderson to investigate a report of sexual assault that was reported to his office. Mosher said one of the subjects named in the complaint was an employee of the county and Sheriff Anderson wanted an independent investigation conducted.

Sheriff Anderson said "I appreciate the relationship we have with Vernon County Sheriff's Office. Being able to request an outside agency for these types of reports is important to the integrity of the case and builds trust in the community.”

The suspects have been identified and charged with the following: Kyle B Mallatt, 38 of Butler, Missouri. Sodomy or Attempted Sodomy 1st Degree and Sodomy 2nd degree. Bond set at $10,000 

Rachelle L Mallatt, 37 of Butler, Missouri. Hindering Prosecution of Felony and Tampering With a Witness in a Felony Prosecution. Bond set at $4,500.

Both Kyle and Rachelle turned themselves in to authorities and were released after posting bond until the scheduled court hearing.

*This press release has been issued by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office for information only. Any names given in this release are to be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Obituary - Jerald (Jerry) Edwin Cantwell

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of husband, father, and grandfather, Jerald “Jerry” Edwin Cantwell, Sr. on January 14, 2022 at Bates County Memorial Hospital after a valiant fight with pneumonia. The following eulogy is written in Jerry’s own hand: “I was born on March 7, 1944 in Fort Scott, Kansas, the son of Edwin Keller and Mary Emily (Kerby) Cantwell. I was a grandson of Edison Ham and Gertrude (Keller) Cantwell and Walter Ancel Ida Mae (Kelly) Kerby. I married Monya Gwyndolin (Barber) Brundige on February 29, 1980. I am survived by my wife, Monya and my son, Jerald “Eddie” Edwin Cantwell, II. 

Also surviving are my children: Alethea Fawn (Brunidge) and George “Bud” Coberly; Peggy Darlene (Brundige) and Jayson Flint; Weldon Pernell and Lori Brundige; Daniel Joseph and Shanei Brundige; and Barbara Lea (Brundige) and James Allphin; along with 19 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Also surviving is my brother, Edward Lee and Patricia (McGinnis) Cantwell; and a nephew, William Eugene and Johna Cantwell. I was preceded in death by my parents; grandparents; a nephew, Patrick Edison Cantwell; a granddaughter, Tessa Jean Allphin; and a son-in-law, Michael Scott Coleman. 

I grew up in the Prescott and Pleasanton, Kansas area. I attended Walnut Valley School (a one-room country school) for seven years, and Prescott Grade School for one year. I graduated from Prescott Rural High School and from Iola (Kansas) Junior College. I graduated from Emporia (Kansas) State University with a B.S. in Accounting and a minor in Social Science. My first job was at Interpace, Corp. in Kansas City, Kansas. Then I worked at Johnson National Bank in Prairie Village, Kansas for several years. I went to Idaho for a short time for Paul Jones Dodge-Jeep automobile dealership. Then I came back to Kansas to help my dad with the farming for several years. After being a farmer for a while, I worked for Cottey College in Nevada, Missouri as a security guard and housekeeper for a short time. 

Then for 20 years at the State Hospital in Nevada, Missouri as a DA1 and a DA2 (an aide). I retired from there. I did income tax returns for individuals and accounting for small businesses for 40 years. I was a member of the Pleasanton, Kansas Chamber of Commerce for a number of years. I served as the treasurer for several years. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I served as Ward Executive Secretary and Ward Financial Clerk for many years in the Nevada Ward. Also, I was a Family History Worker in the Family History Center. I have been working on my family history for many years. Although my accomplishments have been very great, there is a lot of work to be done.”

Visitation will be at Heuser Funeral Home, Rich Hill, Missouri on Friday , January 21st from 2-4 pm. Funeral at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1101 N. Olive, Nevada, Missouri, Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 12 pm, following a visitation from 11 am till noon. Burial at Richland Cemetery, Richards, Missouri.

Goodbye

This is my last goodbye and farewell to you all;
It is time for me to answer thy great call.

This time is not a sad time, but a happy one;
I am not in the presence of thy great one.

I am now with the loved ones who have gone before;
Here in the Spirit World I am in pain no more.

I am in a wonderful and beautiful place;
You’ll be able to meet and see thy Lord’s face.

For time is short on earth, please follow the Lord’s way;
When I see you here, it will be a great day.

Archie Courtwarming Candidates 2022

Congratulations to the Archie Whirlwinds 2021-2022 Courtwarming candidates! The Coronation Ceremony will take place at halftime of the boys’ game on Friday.

Back row: Levi Hunter, Logan Hutchison, Gavin Wimsatt, Zack Dalton

Front row: Reese Plattner, Maddie Dawson, Taylor Cummings, Tori Wise

Obituary - Dennis Schmidt

Dennis Schmidt, 67 of Peculiar Missouri entered into eternal rest on January, 16 2022. Dennis is survived by his wife Gail of the home, daughter Meagan Embry (Brandon), grandchildren Breckin and Macie of Belton Missouri. Daughter Stephanie VanHollebeke (Anthony) grandchild Ava of Las Vegas Nevada. Additional survivors include a brother, Charles Schmidt. Sister in law and brother in law Keith and Gloria Barlow of Eads Colorado. Along with many nieces and nephews. Dennis was born September 26th 1954 in Axtell Kansas to Benedict W. and Katherine (Kay) Loob Schmidt. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and brother Daniel Schmidt. 

Dennis and Gail were married 43 years on June 3. They enjoyed many trips together along with their lake lot at the Lake of the Ozarks. Dennis owned his own surveying business for 15 years, prior to that Dennis worked for Logan and Associates civil engineering firm in Liberty Missouri. 

Dennis was a licensed land surveyor in both Missouri and Kansas. He was a member of the Professional Land Surveyors Association. He was also a member of St. Sabina Catholic Parish. Dennis was a skilled carpenter and built many furniture pieces for family members that will be forever cherished. Dennis was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren were his world. His love for laughter and life will be cherished memories. He always was looking for a good prank to play on family and friends. Family gatherings were his happy place. Family and friends could always count on Dennis, he would drop everything to be there for anyone. Our hearts are broken by the loss of Dennis. We are thankful for the love he brought and the many memories we have together until we see him again.

Visitation is planned at St. Sabina Catholic church in Belton Missouri on January 28 2022 at 10:00am. A funeral Mass will follow at 11:00am at St. Sabina church. A private family inurnment is to be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to St. Sabina Catholic church of Belton Missouri.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278