Obituary - Dottie Lee Anderson

Dottie Lee Anderson, of Belton, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 16, 2022.

Services will be held at South View Christian Church, 13604 Norby Rd., Grandview, Missouri 64030 on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. 

Visitation will start at 5:30 p.m. followed by a memorial service beginning at 6:30 p.m. Inurnment will be held on April 1, 2022 at Chapel Hill Mortuary in Cedar Hill, Missouri.

Dottie was born in Marquand, Missouri on July 1, 1929 to Harley Yount and Alta (Killian) Yount. Dottie graduated from high school and in the winter of 1953 she was joined in marriage with her late husband, Winfred G. Anderson on January 17th. Their union was blessed with two children, Debra and Danny. Dottie’s family meant everything to her, especially as grandchildren came along. She perfected the art of cooking and baking, especially with her desserts. Dottie also enjoyed gardening and reading but overall, spending time with her family.

Dottie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Winfred Anderson; parents, Harley and Alta Yount; four siblings, Henry Yount, Bessie Presnell, Arthur Yount, and Clint Yount; and granddaughter, Clarisse Anderson.

Left to cherish Dottie’s memory are her two children, Debra Swinger (David) and Danny Anderson; three grandchildren, Monique Anderson, Nathan Swinger (Olivia), and Jared Swinger (Tracey); and great granddaughter, Ella Grace Swinger.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Wayside Waifs online at www.waysidewaifs.org or by check 3901 Martha Truman Rd., Kansas City, Missouri 64137.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - Michael Minsky

Mike Minsky loved a long ride on a fast Harley, a cold beer on a summer day, and a hot grill at his side. He will be remembered for his mischievous smile, infectious full-hearted laughter, and devilishly charming antics.

Mike was a generous and thoughtful father, husband, son, grandson, brother and friend who always made the extra effort to stay in touch with prank phone calls at odd hours and weird unsolicited internet videos. He recently took to gifting his loved ones with smart home devices, mostly so he could send fart noises into their kitchens whenever he thought of them - which was often.

More than anything, even more than a great dad joke, Mike loved being a father to his three cherished sons, Riley, Russell, and Ryan; as well as his step-children, Elly and Mack.

He loved several dogs in his lifetime and like his favorite pitbulls - he had a lot of bark, a little bite, and a big heart - but mostly he was a lovable goofball with horrible gas.

Mike enjoyed cooking - a gift to those he invited into his home, where he was an enthusiastic host; quick to make you feel welcome and eager to pour out a heavy-handed serving of good times. He liked a good prank and a joke and a laugh. His enthusiasm was contagious so he made friends wherever he went. He was a proud and skillful plumber - always willing to be the butt of any jokes that were cracked.

He loved to cheer on his prized Boston sports teams and start a good-humored Yankees S*ck chant in a Midwestern bar - no matter what game was on. A dedicated fan, he’s left his family to sort through years of accumulated New England Patriots decor in the middle of Kansas City Chiefs territory. Even though he treasured the life he built in Missouri, to many of us he will always be like the Sam Adams commercial - your (favorite) cousin, from Boston.

Michael is survived by his adoring (and incredibly tolerant) family: Wife, Kirschen, who he was madly in love with and shockingly lucky to marry. As well as his step-children, Elly & Mack Stewart, who he loved and embarrassed in equal measure; Sons: Riley, Russell & Ryan who he loved deeply and was infinitely proud of;
Parents: Diane Sigren (and Dave Sigren) & Mark Minsky (and Kit Minsky); Siblings: Brian (and Shani Minsky), Sam & Leah Minsky;
Maternal grandparents: Mary Mullen & Paul Kenney; Paternal grandmother: Myra Minksy. Michael was predeceased by his grandfather, Sidney Minsky; As well as countless cousins, uncles, aunts, in-laws, and friends who will miss him very dearly.

Everybody has a Mike story and we'd love to hear them all. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, March 20th from 2:00-4:00 pm
Centerview
227 Municipal Circle
Raymore, MO 64083

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating online to https://gofund.me/8951412b

But, what would have really made Mike the happiest is for you to have a laugh and drink with a friend and bullsh*t about his antics or play a harmless prank on some unsuspecting chowdah-head.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

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Obituary - Brent Douglas Kendrick

Everyone knew the moment he walked into a room. He had never met a stranger. Brent always had the ability to capture the attention of an entire audience. In short order he would have you laughing. His eyes were kind, and made you feel like you were being heard. 

Brent was the "all weather" friend, he would laugh with you, cry with you, give you a pep talk when you felt like the world was swallowing you whole. Kindness and compassion were traits Brent had in spades.

Brent Douglas Kendrick was born October 6th, 1969, to William (Cape) and Donna Sue Kendrick in Harrisonville, Mo. He was the youngest of three boys.

He grew up in Archie, Mo. From a young age Brent was an active kid. He excelled at gymnastics, football, and the boy had speed to burn. Living most of his childhood on 4th street, that was definitely where the action was. Several boys his age was always playing around the neighborhood. It was a tight group that enjoyed riding go karts, three wheelers, motorcycles, then cars. He loved entertaining his friends, family, and the community as a whole. In middle and high school, he enjoyed singing in the school choir and performing in plays.

Brent developed many interests. First, and foremost he was a "FUNcle", all his nieces and nephews loved Uncle Brent. He was always up for anything. Whether it be going to get a coke or trying to launch a niece or nephew in the air, with his feet, so they could experience a backflip. He was also a founding member of the Ski Cats. Other interests include, quoting Steel Magnolias, Quick Trip Sweet Tea, singing karaoke, texting inappropriate memes, jumping rope for two hours a day, curling 60-pound dumbbells, celebrating each birthday with a back flip to prove that he still could especially to the younger generation. March madness, the Chiefs, the Royals, all Mizzou sports, going to the Lake of the Ozarks, spontaneous trips, spontaneous trips to buy cars he finds online, shopping for boats, novelty t-shirts (that he would dare one of his nephews to wear in public), lover of all animals, buying hundreds of dollars of toys for kids, any kid.

Brent Graduated from Archie High School in 1988, then got his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UMKC in 1998. Professionally Brent wore many hats, but he was world class at two. Brent was an excellent bar tender! He was warm, and welcoming, attentive, and hilarious all at the same time. Most of his Bar Tending was done at Sharps in Brookside. Many, many people that he met and worked with there are lifelong friends. But when Brent found real estate all his talents shined. He turned his kindness and charm into a lifelong passion. His sales process was from the heart. He bent over backward for clients. Making sure they got what they wanted and needed.

Brent loved people, ALL people. But he was recently preceded in death by the person he loved most his mother. He loved his mother like a good son should. They were tied at the hip, always planning a get together, or shopping for one holiday or another. She was his life, and he was hers.

The world lost one of the best on March 14. Let's all take a page from his book and be a bit kinder to one another, listen a little longer, care a bit more about each other, and let our actions do our talking for us.

Brent was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Wilburn & Ollie Kendrick, maternal Grandparents Don & Nellie Horn, and his mother, Donna Sue Kendrick. He is survived by father, Bill "Cape" Kendrick, Wellsville, KS, formally of Archie, MO. His older brothers and their wives, Bill & Janetta Kendrick of Drexel, MO and Barry & Paula Kendrick of Camdenton, MO. Nieces, and Nephews, Scott & Ginna Kendrick, Jill & Thomas McCoy, Stephanie & Ben Hansen, Chuck & Kelly Anderson, Kayla & Kurtis Weaver, and Brianna & Andy Bissell. Great Nieces and Nephews, Madie, Sydney, Lily, Riley, Aidan, Chase, Trevor, Cora, Quinn, and Charlie. And many, many, many, other friends that were always considered family to Brent.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM. The family suggests casual attire, Mizzou, Chiefs or Royals attire highly recommended.

Obituary - Melvin Keith Shobe

Funeral services for Keith Shobe will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19, 2022 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with cremation to follow services. Visitation 10 - 11 a.m. prior to services on Saturday, March 12. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Melvin Keith Shobe, age 68 of Butler, Missouri died Sunday, March 13, 2022 at Bates County Memorial Hospital in Butler. He was born December 6, 1953 to Ervin and Betty Hawkins Cooper Shobe in Butler.

Melvin Keith was the seventh of nine children. He grew up in Butler, Missouri and received his certificate of high school equivalence on May 17, 1966. He worked numerous factory jobs throughout his lifetime.

Melvin Keith enjoyed hunting in the early years of his life with his father and many family and friends. In the summer he would go fishing and took his children along to show them the tricks of fishing. His cooking skills kept the family full and satisfied. He enjoyed buying his children their first cars and teaching them to drive. He loved his TV shows and that remote control belonged to him! His crown royal and jack was always in the cabinet for now and then casual spirits.

Left to cherish Keith Shobe’s memory are his wife, Teresa Shobe of Butler, Missouri; three daughters, Tylleassa Shobe and Keiya Shobe both of Butler, Missouri and Keither Ryland of Boston, Massachusetts; a son, Corey Snead of Butler, Missouri; two brothers, Kenny Cooper of Butler, Missouri and Gerald Shobe and wife Debra of Rich Hill, Missouri; a sister, Carla Besendorfer and husband Dan; and seven grandchildren, Edward Jones, Jasani Jones, Zachon Jones, Naenae Dancy, Cassidy Dancy, Keyarah Shobe and Majesty Carter. He was preceded in death by parents; two brothers, Danny Cooper and Steve Hawkins; and three sisters, Sharon Shobe, Karen Mallatt and Etta Jane Williams-Jack.

Some Lion Pride

Wednesday evening the Butler Lions club with additional help from family members took it upon themselves to pick up trash along Business 49 just north of Butler in an effort to beautify the view leading into our fine city. 

This would be a good time to mention the annual Butler Lions Club Radio Auction coming March 28th, 29th, 30th & 31st nightly 5-7 pm on FM 92.1. Thanks for all you do!

Aggravated burglary arrest in Pittsburg Kansas

On Monday, March 7, 2022, at approximately 5:33 AM, the Pittsburg Police Department communications center was contacted by an officer with the Arma Kansas Police Department in reference to an abandoned vehicle found in their city.

The abandoned vehicle appeared to have a damaged ignition. Pittsburg officers were requested to make contact with the registered owner of the abandoned vehicle who resides on south Free King Highway in Pittsburg. The owner of the vehicle was contacted and found their vehicle had been stolen from their garage which is attached to their residence.

After further investigation into this case, as well as several other theft cases, a common suspect was developed. On Wednesday morning, March 16, 2022, 47-year-old Tony V. Corbitt, of Arma Kansas, was taken into custody at the Pittsburg Police Department without incident. Investigators had contacted Mr. Corbitt and asked to meet with him about an unrelated matter, and took Mr. Corbitt into custody at that time.

Mr. Corbitt was arrested for the aforementioned case of aggravated burglary and motor vehicle theft. Mr. Corbitt was also identified as the offender in several other cases, and was subsequently arrested for two counts of felony burglary to a motor vehicle, seven counts of felony theft, four counts of misdemeanor theft, six counts of misdemeanor criminal use of a financial card and one count of misdemeanor possession of stolen property.

Mr. Corbitt was transported to the jail at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for booking, and is being held in lieu of a $46,000 bond.

The investigation into these incidents is ongoing at this time. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other crimes, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at (620) 231-1700, or at our automated tip line, (620) 231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.

St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputy involved in motor vehicle accident

On Wednesday March, 16, 2022, a St Clair County Sheriff's Deputy was involved in a two vehicle accident in Lowry City.

The accident occurred when the deputy, traveling west, failed to yield to a stop sign when crossing the southbound lane of Highway 13 and was struck by a southbound tractor trailer.

The deputy was transported to Golden Valley Hospital by ambulance. The deputy was treated and released with minor injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

The truck driver was not injured. Sheriff Hilty said, "This will prompt additional drivers training for our agency and the deputy will be disciplined according to our policies. We are fortunate no one was seriously injured.

I would like to thank the citizens for the many calls and messages with concern and prayers for the deputies' well bring. We learn from our mistakes, which will, in the end, make us better at serving our communities while being transparent with the citizens we serve."