Obituary - Cecil L. Van Blarcum

Cecil L. Van Blarcum, age 80, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home following visitation.

Cecil was born in Lusk, Wyoming on February 11, 1942 to James Clyde Van Blarcum and Della M. (Lipscomb) Van Blarcum. After graduating high school, Cecil received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg. In the early summer of 1963, Cecil was joined in marriage with his wife Judy on May 25th. Together they were blessed with two children, Clyde and Jerri. Cecil was a proud member of the NRA, avid hunter, and loved to fly as he obtained his pilot license.

Cecil was preceded in death by his parents, James Van Blarcum and Della May Van Blarcum; and two brothers, JD and Clyde Rex Van Blarcum.

He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-nine years, Judy Van Blarcum; son, Clyde L. Van Blarcum (Michelle Mifflin); daughter, Jerri L. Obalde (Michael); and one granddaughter, Carsyn Van Blarcum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the American Lung Association online at www.lung.org

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - John Joseph Tant

John Joseph Tant, 76, Nevada, MO passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Lawrence Wilson officiating.

Interment will follow in Clintonville Cemetery in El Dorado Springs, MO. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. on Tuesday prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to Life Church c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Joel Alvis Love Fund now set up at Citizens Bank

 

Make Your Meal Matter

INFORMATION: Local Kansas City Culver’s, along with participating Culver's restaurants across the country, will donate a percentage of their sales on Tuesday, March 15, to the World Central Kitchen (WCK) to aid the humanitarian relief efforts for those affected by the tragic events unfolding in Ukraine.

A percentage of sales will be collected on every menu item sold from the time each restaurant opens until it closes on March 15.

"We are saddened and shocked as we watch the tragic events unfolding in Ukraine. Supporting communities in need is a part of Culver's core values, we are proud to raise money to support humanitarian aid for those affected in Ukraine," said Rick Silva, President and CEO of Culver's.

"Make Your Meal Matter" signs will be prominently displayed in every participating Culver's restaurant so guests can know their purchase will support those affected in Ukraine and the surrounding areas.

You can visit the following restaurants on Tuesday, March 15th from 5 – 8 pm to participate in this fundraiser:

Culver’s of Blue Springs, MO (7 Hwy)

Culver’s of Raymore, MO (US 58)

Culver’s of Independence (Little Blue Parkway)

Culver’s of North Kansas City (64th St.)

Culver’s of Warrensburg, MO (Simpson Rd.)

Culver’s of Lee’s Summit, MO (Oldham Parkway)

Culver’s of Harrisonville, MO (Hwy 291)

Obituary - Keith David Lawrence

Keith David Lawrence, age 52 of Paola, Kansas passed away on March 06, 2022 at home in Paola. A Celebration of life will be held at the Paola Eagles Lodge at 26433 Eagle Dr. Paola, KS 66071 on Friday, March 18th from 5pm-8pm. Food, beverages and dessert will be served. Arrangements entrusted to the Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Keith was born on October 2, 1969 in Overland Park, Kansas, the son of Charles Leroy Lawrence and Rita Ruth Lentz.

Keith grew up in Hillsdale Kansas attending Paola schools until transferring to Shawnee Mission Northwest High School in the mid 1980’s. Growing up, Keith enjoyed football, wresting, riding horses and going to the Lake of the Ozarks with his aunt and uncle. In later years, Keith worked hanging wallpaper and painting. He was an avid collector of many things. Keith will always be remembered for his handsome smile, infectious laugh and his kind spirit.

He was proceeded in death by his mother; Rita Boehm Lentz, Maternal grandparents; Lloyd and Marjorie Boehm, Uncle; Laurence Boehm, Paternal grandparents; Otis Lawrence and Ethel Dickerson as well as many other aunts, uncles and cousins.

Survivors include his father; Charles Lawrence, Siblings: Gregory Lawrence, Heather Kauk (Mike), Lacy Ohlmeier (Curtis), Nephews; Chaz Lawrence, Carter Kauk, Casin Lawrence and Lucas Cummings, Nieces; Josie Cummings, Maggie Kauk, Stella Kauk, Delaney Kauk, Aunts; Geraldine Skivers, Barbara Mallicoat, Carol Sue Keeney and Mary Boehm, many cousins and many friends.

Obituary - Melisa J. Wunderly

Melisa Wunderly, age 47, a resident of rural Fulton, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. She was born September 28, 1974, in Ft. Scott, the daughter of Randy Reasoner and Penelope Sue Combs Reasoner. Melisa married Hugh Wunderly on February 14, 1995, at Miami, Oklahoma. 

Melisa and Hugh had just celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary. They enjoyed many adventures throughout their lives together. Melisa enjoyed cruising around in the old pickup, whether it was to go out to dinner, feed the cattle or check on the crops. She also enjoyed her dogs which she thought of like her own children. Melisa adored her grandchildren, Eastonn “Easty” and Jaycee who both loved coming to see their “E” and make crafts with play-doh and glitter. She also enjoyed afternoons with Joseph and his family. Melisa can be remembered for her collection of Kenny Chesney albums and the happiness his music brought her.

She is survived by her husband, Hugh, of the home; her son, Joseph Wunderly (Allyson) of Ft. Scott and her daughter, Amber Johnson (Tanner) of Franklin, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Eastonn and Jaycee Johnson. Also surviving are her parents, Randy and Sue Reasoner of Ft. Scott.

There was cremation. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Melisa Wunderly Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Department of Natural Resources hosting free pesticide collection event in Appleton City March 26th

Department of Natural Resources hosting free pesticide collection event in Appleton City March 26th

JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 11, 2022 - The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will host a free pesticide collection event from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 26 at Appleton City Municipal Services (City Barn), 110 S. Maple St. in Appleton City.

The event is open to all Missouri farmers and households. To help prevent the spread of the corona virus, all participants are asked to stay in their vehicle while waste is being offloaded.

Accepted:

• Pesticides
• Herbicides
• Insecticides
• Fungicides
• Rodenticides
• Dewormers
• Fly tags
• Fertilizers containing pesticide

Not accepted:

• Paint
• Explosives
• Fire extinguishers
• Yard waste
• Electronics
• Trash
• Pesticides from businesses, pesticide production facilities, pesticide distributors or pesticide retailers

More information about the Missouri Pesticide Collection Program is available online at dnr.mo.gov/waste-recycling/what-were-doing/events-collections-trainings/missouri-pesticide-collection-program.

Following is a list of other pesticide collection events scheduled this year:

• April 9 – MFA Agri Services - 6927 Highway 100, Washington
• May 21 – MFA Agri Services - 1363 Sainte Genevieve Ave., Farmington
• June 11 – Litton Ag Center, 10808 Liv 235, Chillicothe
• Aug. 13 – MoDOT Maintenance Facility, 1031 Jefferson St., Versailles

Construction starting tomorrow at the Cass County Justice Center

Beginning tomorrow, March 15th, the Cass County Justice Center will begin replacing the sidewalks and parking lots around the entire facility. 

This construction is expected to take several months to complete. 

Please stay alert to changing traffic flows and signage.