Obituary - Delbert Shipps

Delbert Leo Shipps was born April 25, 1928 and departed this life on April 25, 2022 --- his 94th birthday. A visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm Friday, also at the chapel. Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Drexel Youth Sports Association (DYSA). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Delbert was born to Herbert and Hattie Shipps and was raised in Bucyrus, Kansas. He graduated from Bucyrus High School in 1947 and a few years later, joined the Army, serving from 1950-1952. He spent 15 months serving our country in Germany.

He was united in marriage to Georgia (Wilburn) on July 18, 1954 and the couple made their home in Drexel, Georgia’s hometown.

To this union were born three children, Karen, Sharon, and Kenny.

Delbert and Georgia made many memories traveling, fishing, bowling, square dancing, playing cards with friends, watching the Royals and Chiefs play, and following their kids and grandkids’ sports teams through the years. They were married for over 66 years and supported many community activities in Drexel.

Delbert drove a milk truck (when milk used to come in the big cans), drove for LP Gas, and then worked as a foreman in plumbing warehouses for 23 years.

Delbert is survived by his loving wife, Georgia, of Drexel, MO, his daughter Karen DeShon (Roy) of Plattsburg, MO, daughter Sharon Otto (Bob) of Raymore, MO, and son Kenny Shipps (Krystal) of Drexel, MO. Grandchildren include Chad DeShon (Katie), Amy Larry (Erik), Jason Otto (Janet), Terry Otto, Daniel Shipps, Sydney Shipps, and Olivia Shipps. Great-grandchildren include Ellis and Georgia DeShon, Elijah, Eva, Emmett, and Ezekiel Larry, and Grayson and Rowan Otto. His family has a wealth of memories as Delbert’s legacy, and never once doubted that he loved us immensely.

Delbert is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family, countless friends, and was a beloved member of the Drexel community. He was the kind of person who never met a stranger and didn’t miss a ball game if he could help it.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks anyone wishing to honor Delbert’s memory to please consider donating to the Drexel Youth Sports Association (DYSA), as he was instrumental in the development of the youth football program in the 1970s, coached for many years, and was a lifelong fan of youth sports.

Obituary - James "J.D." Shaw

James "J.D." Shaw, age 64, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at his home in Clinton, Missouri. 

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 29, 2022 at the Vansant-Mills Chapel in Clinton with visitation from 1:00-2:00 PM prior to the service. Cremation to follow.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the J.D. Shaw Memorial Fund and can be left in care of the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Bates Co. Route Z CLOSED East of Adrian April 27 for Pipe Work

TRAFFIC ALERT: Bates Co. Route Z CLOSED East of Adrian April 27 for Pipe Work

When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, April 27 Where: Bates County Route Z between Northeast County Road 5003 and Northeast County Road 6003 east of Adrian What: MoDOT crews replacing collapsed pipe underneath the road Traffic Impacts: All Route Z lanes CLOSED where crews are working Drivers will be able to access driveways and entrances on either side of the work zone, but will not be able to travel through the work zone Drivers urged to find alternate routes No signed detours planned Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule.

Nevada police arrest home invasion suspect

In the early morning hours of April 22, 2022 Nevada Police were dispatched to a residence in the 1100 block of N. Clay Street for a reported assault that had just occurred.

Upon arrival it was determined that an unknown male subject had unlawfully entered the home and attacked a juvenile who was inside the home. The suspect had fled the scene on foot prior to police arrival.

The following day officers responded to a call of a suspicious person in the area of Allison Street and Cedar Street. Upon arrival, officers located the male subject in question. The subject fled on foot from officers and after a brief chase, officers were able to take the suspect into custody. The subject was transported to the Vernon County Jail for holding.

Further investigation determined the subject in custody was the same suspect in the home invasion incident from the day prior.

The suspect taken into custody has been identified as follows:

Jason O. Clark, age 45 of Springfield, MO
On April 26, 2022, the following charges were filed against Jason O. Clark through the Vernon County Associate Court:
Burglary 1st Degree – Class B Felony
Kidnapping 2nd Degree - Class D Felony
Abuse or Neglect of a Child – Class D Felony

Clark is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $250,000 cash only bond.
Citizens are encouraged to contact the police if they have any information that would be helpful to combat crime.

To report criminal activities call 911, contact the Nevada Police Department at (417) 448-5100 or use the Nevada Police Department’s Tip Hotline (417) 667-8477.

Any and all information can be kept confidential if requested.

Narcotics search warrant served in Amsterdam

On 4/26/22 at approximately 6:20am members of the Bates County Sheriff’s Office executed a narcotics search warrant at 13267 NW Elm St, Amsterdam Missouri.

During the search warrant 4 subjects were taken into custody and transported to the Sheriff’s Office for processing pending formal charges by the Bates County Prosecutor.

The Sheriff’s Office appreciates working with the community to help in the combating community violence and drugs.

Obituary - J. D. Starbuck

Funeral services for J.D. will be Wednesday April 27th at 10:00 AM at the Bland-Brumback Funeral Home with Burial in Mt Olive Cemetery, Marionville at 2:00 PM. The visitation Tuesday at 6 to 7 PM in the funeral Home

Jimmie Dan “J.D.” Starbuck passed away peacefully in his hometown of Stockton, Mo on April 23, 2022 at the age of 86. J.D. was born to Bettie and Loy Starbuck on August 6th 1935 in Marionville Mo.

 He graduated from Marionville High School. After graduation he married Norma (Wolfe) Starbuck and on June 1st they would have been married 65 years. Three kids in four years soon followed, Michael, David and Catherine.

J.D. served in the United States Army from June 1958 - May 1960. One of those years being served in Germany. J.D. accepted a position with the Mo. State Highway Patrol where he served 30 years and retired as Sergeant.

In addition to being a dedicated husband, father, papa and great grandfather, J.D. had the love for fast cars, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family.

J.D. was a member at Stockton First Southern Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.

J.D is survived by his wife Norma (Wolfe) Starbuck, son Michael Starbuck and wife Edith of Rolla, Mo., son David Starbuck and Terri Dresch of Eldorado Springs, Mo., and one daughter Catherine Jean and husband Richard “Rick” of Springfield, Mo.; two granddaughters Clarissa and husband Kevin Funderburg, Megan Starbuck and four grandsons James Starbuck, Brian Jean and wife Makayla, Robert Starbuck, Kevin Jean and wife Whitney.

Three great grandkids, Everleigh, Oliver and Sutton. Along with Several other nieces, nephews. He was deeply loved by his entire family.

J.D joined his parents, Bettie and Loy Starbuck. His two brothers, Gene and Don, one sister, Opal in death.

Obituary - Ronald Francis Crisp

Ronald Francis Crisp was born July 18, 1934, to Marion Oscar and Annie Mae Crisp in Harrisonville, Missouri. He passed away on April 19, 2022, in Springfield, Missouri.

Ronald married Patricia Pearl Ford on January 29, 1955. They had four children: Rhonda, Michael, Jacklyn, and Daniel.

Ronald was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; parents, Marion and Annie; three sisters: Amy Crisp, Alice McMillan, and Betty Jean Sutton; son-in-law, Philip Moore; and daughter-in-law, Jackie Kenney Crisp.

Ronald is survived by his sister, Wanda Hewitt of Wichita, Kansas; and two brothers: Dennis Crisp of Yuma, Arizona, and Lyman Crisp of Springfield, Missouri; four children: Rhonda Moore of Adrian, Missouri, Michael Crisp of Springfield, Missouri, Jacklyn Jones and husband Doug of Archie, Missouri, and Daniel and wife Carolyn of Springfield, Missouri. There are also nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces.

A celebration of life will be held at a later time in Archie, Missouri. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks.

Butler Bears Golf News 4/25

Congratulations to the Bears who placed second in the Ozark Highlands Conference golf tournament in Warsaw today with a 364.

Andon Cook placed first with an 83 and Wyatt Colburn 2nd individual with an 84.