Obituary - Donald Lee Beckemeyer

Donald Lee Beckemeyer passed from this life on Monday, April 4, 2022, surrounded by his closest friends and family.

Donald was born June 19, 1953, in St Louis, MO to Charles and Eleanor (Knorpp) Beckemeyer. Donald was the youngest of 6 children.

Donald grew up in the St. Louis area and moved to Nevada, MO in 1982. He enjoyed seeing numerous friends in the community and would smile and wave at everyone.

Those that knew Donald the best all state Donald's eyes held a sparkle and he always had such a pleasant smile. Donald's laugh was contagious.

Donald preferred being "on the go" and enjoyed sightseeing and window shopping. He especially loved eating ice cream and being outside.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 11, 2022 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Butler Chamber of Commerce Cruise Night set for April 15th

Prom today in Adrian

Adrian Prom is set for today Saturday, April 9th!!

Main Street: 3:00 Many students will meet on Main Street for pre-prom photos.

• Promenade: 4:00 at the Adrian School HS Gym, students arrive 3:45
• Prom: 7:30-10:30 Whiskey Mansion Ranch-Butler, MO
• After Prom Party: Adrian Optimist Building. Doors will open at 11:00, all students must be there by 11:30 to attend. Will last until 3am.

The Adrian News Leader will be taking pictures on Main Street & at Promenade and Sydney Renee Photography will be taking prom photos at the venue this year.

Big week ahead!

A BIG News-Shopper is coming this week and will be available early Wednesday. We’d like to thank everyone for your ongoing support!

Multiple Thunderstorm Days Ahead

Enjoy today, as a period of active weather is ahead of us. Thunderstorm chances exist Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

Sunday: isolated damaging winds and quarter size hail with strongest storms.

Tuesday: Better chance for strong to severe storms in the evening hours, damaging winds, hail, and a tornado or two can not be ruled out with the strongest storms that develop.

Wednesday: Chance for damaging winds and hail with storms that develop.

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Sunday: A few strong to severe storms in the evening across central into southwestern Missouri. Tuesday and Wednesday: Strong to severe thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening are possible. Right Now: Start thinking about any afternoon or evening plans you have on Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and how storms may impact them.

Summers Pharmacy in Butler is looking to add to our team!

Summers Pharmacy in Butler is looking to add to our team! We’re hiring a Full-Time Technician!

We are looking for someone with strong customer service skills, friendly and professional attitude, who has basic computer and register skills (including money handling), and someone who is caring and efficient in interactions with patients.

Experience preferred but not required. Pharmacy hours are Mon-Fri 8:30-6 and Sat 9-1.

If you’re interested or know someone who would be a good fit – apply online at www.summerspharmacy.com/careers/

2022 Missouri Spring Turkey Youth Hunting Season Starts April 9th

2022 Missouri Spring Turkey Youth Hunting Weekend starts tomorrow. Good luck to all the hunters!

Turkey: Spring: Youth (ages 6-15)
April 9, 2022 to April 10, 2022

Hours:
One-half hour before sunrise to sunset!
Youth hunters who are age 6-15 on opening day may hunt.

Youth may also hunt during the regular Spring Turkey season.

More at https://mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/turkey

Obituary - Jerry Wayne Moody

Jerry Wayne Moody, age 49 of Clinton, MO, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at Lee’s Summit Medical Center, Lee’s Summit, MO.

Jerry was born November 1, 1972, to Jerry Moody and Helena ‘Tomlinson’ Moody of Marceline, MO. 

After graduating from high school, he served in the US Army and National Guard, then went to work in maintenance for Tracker. A loving father, Jerry loved spending time with family and friends. His hobbies included fishing and playing corn hole and frisbie golf.

Survivors include 3 children, Nole Jacob Moody, Sadie Moody and Blake Moody; a granddaughter, Austin Bauer; a brother, Ray Allen Yowell; several family members; and many friends.

Preceding him in death was his mother, Helena Moody; and a daughter, Ashley Caldwell.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11:00 am, Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Consalus Funeral Home.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Clinton Cardinal Youth Football and may be left in care of Consalus Funeral Home, 209 S. 2nd St., Clinton, MO 64735.