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Obituary - Ronnie L. Noland

Ronnie Lee Noland, 69, of Buffalo, Missouri, formerly of Clinton, Mo., passed away Saturday morning, April 16, 2022 at the Colonial Springs Care Center in Buffalo, Mo.

Ronnie was born July 28, 1952 in Kansas City, Mo., and grew up in Lee’s Summitt, Mo., where he played baseball and football and started working young in the family service station business, Noland and Son. He moved to the Golden Valley area in the late 60s to work at the family cattle farm. He was married to Linda Kay Noland on March 30, 1974 at the Blue Ridge Methodist Church in Kansas City. The couple recently celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary. Ronnie was well known locally working for many years as a Coca-Cola Route Salesman in the Clinton Area. Later he worked for 10 years at Truman Lake State Park Marina where he made many friends and even did a weekly fishing report on the radio. He was an Assistant Coach for Calhoun High School Basketball and helped run the time clock at home games for many years. His interest in sports and love for helping kids lasted throughout his life. Most recently Ronnie worked as co-owner of A&M Automotive in Clinton and affectionately was known as the “Tow Man” by those who knew him well. He was preceded in death by his parents Charlie Thomas Noland and Ruth Marguerite (Rock) Noland. He is survived by his loving wife Linda Kay Noland at the Colonial Springs Care Center, Buffalo Mo., where they have resided together these last few years. Other survivors include his son Charlie T. Noland and wife Kara Denise Noland and grandchildren Tamara, Toshia, and Tagert of Lake of the Ozarks. Ronnie had many talents and loved working outdoors. He was strong and fearless but his best quality was his love and compassion. He was always quick to make a joke and always willing to help a friend. He taught his family unconditional love and would go to any lengths for those he loved. Memorial graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2022 at the Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Mo. Services are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

Obituary - William J. Becker

William J. Becker, age 77, of Belton, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Menorah Medical Center.

Services will be held at St. Sabina Catholic Church, 700 Trevis Ave., Belton, Missouri 64012. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. For those unable to attend, Mass will be live streamed through St. Sabina’s Facebook page.

Bill was born on December 14, 1944 in Kansas City, Missouri to John P. Becker and Katherine (Bessenbacher) Becker. Bill graduated high school and furthered his education in the plumbing trade. In the winter of 1966 he was joined in marriage with his wife, Bonnie J. Starbuck on January 8th. Their union was blessed with three daughters. Bill was a man of Catholic faith, most recently attending St. Sabina Catholic Church.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, John and Katherine Becker; and sister, Kathleen Becker-Christy.

He is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie Becker; three daughters, Christine Barbour (David), Jeanette Hill (Travis), and Brandi Dameron (Robert); two brothers, Jack Becker (Eva) and Tom Becker (Terry); eight grandchildren, Cameron Barbour, Kaili Staudenmyer (Colten), Heather Falls, Corey Zumalt (Dana), Brianna Zumalt, Kaylin Hill, Katie Dameron (Colton), and Bo Dameron; and five great grandchildren, Caleb, Bailey, Kase, Conway, Ellie.

Bill was the perfect picture of what a husband and father should be. He was honest, kind and loved by everyone who knew him. Our hearts are broken but we have peace knowing that he is now with God.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to St. Sabina Church.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Bates County Memorial Hospital Celebrating Health Information Professionals Week

BCMH are celebrating Health Information Professionals Week (April 18-22). Health information professionals are trusted by patients and providers alike to protect, interpret, and transmit the most sensitive data that exists about a person, while making sure it is available where and when it is needed. They ensure health stories remain accurate, accessible, and protected.

Happy #hipweek to our Health Information Management team!

Pictured: Doncella Liggins, RHIT, Director, Health Information Management; Kristi Gaylord, RHIT, Asst. HIM Supervisor; Vickie Epperson, Clerk Analyst; Susan Shepherd, Clerk Analyst; Paula Bird, Medical Transcriptionist; Donna Platt, Clerk Analyst; Alice Gregg, RHIT, Coder; Charlotte Burris, File Clerk/Analyst.

Obituary - Patrick (Pat) Joseph Shikany

Pat was born March 15,1953 and succumbed to Parkinson’s Disease April 15, 2022, at the age of 69 years old. Pat was born to Joseph George Shikany and Kathaleen Delores (Keen) Shikany at Queen of Angels Hospital in Los Angeles, California. His parents preceded him in death.

Pat was married to Cindy (Neill) Shikany on November 25, 1982. To this union they had two boys Parlie Joseph Shikany (Maggie) and Michael Patrick Shikany (Toni). He loved his boys more than life itself and was so very proud of them. Pat is survived by his 3 brothers Michael (Susan), John (Sheryl), and Jim (Anita). He loved his precious grandchildren Hallie, Roen, Wade, and Asher. Pat is also survived by his lifetime best friends Bus Bryant (Tammy), Jack Myers (Angie), Steve Moore (Pam), Phillip Harper (Linda), his Ozark Sound Studio business partner and friend Nick Sibley, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Being the unique person that Pat was, he started a recording studio in his late teens, Dungeon Recording Studio. As Pat’s recording business grew, he joined Nick Sibley to form Ozark Sound Studio in the early 1980’s. He recorded many talented musicians from Springfield, Branson, and throughout the country. A few included the Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Brewer and Shipley, Jay Stevens (Woody P Snow), Granny’s Bathwater, Wayne Carson, many Branson music shows, and more.

Pat made one more career change in the early 1990’s, when his boys were born. He wanted to be able to spend more time with his family, working a somewhat regular schedule, so he bought his brother, Mike’s, Farmers Insurance Agency where he gained many more close friends. With Farmers Insurance Group, Pat achieved at a high level including Toppers Clubs, Premier Agency Status and much more.

Pat loved being a Dad more than anything in the world. He loved his children and was so very proud of them. He loved watching them play sports, water sports, paintball, and spending time together as a family. Pat liked to work hard and play hard throughout his life. Pat also loved cars. He was proud of the 1970 Torino Cobra, which he had since he was16 years old. When Pat decided to retire, he gave that car to his son Parlie. There were also many Corvette’s in Pat’s life.

Pat’s wit and humor will be missed by all that knew him.

Pat and his entire family would like to thank the wonderful people at Springfield Villa and St. Croix Hospice for their compassionate care.

In remembrance of Pat’s life, any donations can be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation and may be left in care of the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home 314 W. Jefferson St., Clinton, Missouri 64735. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

A memorial celebration will be held from 1:30-4:30 PM Sunday, June 12, 2022 at St. Michael’s Restaurant 301 South St., Springfield, MO. Food and drinks will be provided. Please come and go as is convenient.

News from the Clinton School District

The Clinton School District has named Melissa Batusic as the next director of Clinton Technical School. Melissa is currently serving as the assistant principal at Clinton High School, and will replace Dr. Christian Meier who will serve as the Assistant Superintendent next school year.

Mrs. Batusic has been an educator for the past 20 years. Before coming to Clinton, she taught Family and Consumer Science (FACS) courses in Kansas. Melissa’s extensive background in Career and Technical Education, career pathways and real world learning initiatives made her the perfect candidate for this leadership role. “I believe Mrs. Batusic is a natural-fit for this position. I am excited to see what great things the Clinton Technical School continues to offer under her leadership. Melissa will carry on with the success that this program has demonstrated over the years and work to grow in the advancements of Career and Technical Education.”

Mrs. Batusic is looking forward to beginning her work at CTS this coming school year, “I am excited to expand opportunities for our students and work with the skilled staff members at CTS. I am eager to share my knowledge and experience with the Clinton District.”

 
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Obituary - Sharon Kay Chanove

Sharon Kay Chanove, age 64, resident of Nevada, MO, died Thursday, April 21, 2022, at her daughter’s home in Nevada. She was born September 17, 1957, in Gillette, WY, the daughter of Laurence and Mary Rose Kaubich Petitt. 

She married Milton Leo Chanove, Jr. on September 28, 2002, in Nevada, MO. Sharon enjoyed her coffee while reading the Bible. She enjoyed listening to the radio as well. Sharon was an excellent cook, her specialty being apple pie. She loved spending time with her family and traveling.

Survivors include her husband, Milton; 2 sons, Lauren Coffett and Marquis Henderson; 4 daughters, Bobbie McIntire, Wendy Hoss, Tammy Henderson, and Nicole Randall; 3 brothers, Chris, Edward, and Patrick Petitt; 5 sisters, Edith Zabriskie, Rose Ella Thomas, Toni Kidd, Sheila Barry, and Barbie Sweet; 29 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Henry, Larry, Billy, and Gerald Petitt; and 2 sisters, Hester Milks, and Shirley Walker.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 26th, at the Pine Street Baptist Church in Nevada, MO. Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery, Ft. Scott, KS. Memorials are suggested to the Sharon Chanove Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com. 

Obituary - Jaqueline D. Coleman

Jaqueline D. Coleman, age 90, of Raymore, Missouri peacefully passed away on April 19, 2022 at Carnegie Village Senior Living in Belton, Missouri.

Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. with visitation from 10-11:00 a.m., Saturday April 23, 2022 at Cullen Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Raymore Cemetery.

Jackie was born July 13, 1931. She was the daughter of John W.N. Brown Jr. and Edna Lois (Burdette) Brown. On February 26, 1950 Jackie married the love of her life, Robert W. Coleman, Jr., and together they were blessed with two daughters, Karen and Deane.

Jackie retired from AT&T and spent her time working on the family farm. One of Jackie’s passions in life besides her family was her love for horses. She enjoyed competition, trail riding and rode over 3700 miles in her career. Jackie served on the board of North American Trail Riders Conference, and she also traveled the US as a horsemanship judge. Jackie served on the board of the Longview Horse Park Association.

She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 67 years, Robert Coleman; daughter, Peggy Deane Grube; daughter, Karen Elaine Cunningham; her parents, John W.N. Brown Jr. and Lois Brown; siblings, Mary Katherine Wilkerson, Phyllis Miller, John Brown III (Butch) Brown.

She is survived by her son in law, Jim Grube; four grandchildren, Scott Sharrer(Tanya), Ryan Cunningham (Angie), Chase Grube (Mackenzie), and Kayla Grube; 5 great-grandchildren, Haley Scharrer, Ayden and Quinn Cunningham, Thea & Coleman Grube; brother, Bruce Brown (Nancy); nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278