Warsaw man killed in Johnson County crash

On August 23rd around 5:20 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol with the assistance of the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-car accident on MO-13 at Veterans Road.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the southbound 2005 Ford, driven by Emily R. Adams 21 of Warrensburg, Missouri was turning left and failed to yield to a northbound 2015 Jeep, driven by James O. Kissick 77 of Warsaw Missouri. The Jeep struck the Ford and overturned.

James Kissick and his passenger Linda E. Kissick, 74 of Warsaw, were both transported to Truman Medical Center in Kansas City by Life Flight.

Linda Kissick has serious injuries and James Kissick passed away from his injuries on Wednesday, August 24th at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City.

View crash report below
:https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=220450574

Obituary - Wanda Fay Mustain

Wanda Fay Mustain, Age 83, passed away on August 23, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Wanda Fay was born on July 23, 1939 to Garland and Ruby Christian in Pyatt, Arkansas. After graduating high school, she pursued a degree in education at Southwest Missouri State University. Later she received a master’s degree from Central Missouri State University. She loved working as a home economics teacher and touched the lives of countless children for 30 years. Her knowledge of homemaking, etiquette, and making life beautiful was felt everywhere she went.

In 1967 she met Gayles Drexel Mustain. Their union was blessed with two children, Garland and Chris. Wanda Fay adored her sons, centering her attention around them and their families. She had six grandchildren, Garrett, Katelynn, Dawson, Shelby, Taylor and Tristan. Anyone that had the pleasure of knowing Wanda Fay knew that she was passionate about many things, but her grandkids were at the top of the list! Time spent with them was a perfect day in her book. She also had a passion for sewing. The clothing and quilts that she designed and created were seen throughout her home and treasured by many. Wanda Fay had five siblings who were very dear to her as well as her nieces and nephews. Though she lived far from them, she worked hard to keep their special relationships strong.

Wanda Fay was preceded in death by her parents, Ruby and Garland Christian, her sister Vera Sue Christian, and her son Garland Drexel Mustain. She is survived by her husband, Drexel, and her son Chris Mustain.

A visitation service will be on Thursday, August 25 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home in Raymore, Missouri. There will also be a graveside service at the Belton Cemetery on Friday, August 26 at 11:00 a.m.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Organization https://www.alz.org/texascapital

Endangered Silver Alert: Benton County Sheriff - Roy Gene Adair

EMPHASIS: Endangered Silver Advisory Alert

State of Missouri Endangered SILVER Advisory

The Benton County Sheriff has issued an Endangered SILVER Advisory for a missing adult incident that occurred at 25703 Song Dr, Warsaw, MO at 12:00 AM on August 25, 2022.

The endangered SILVER advisory missing adult is:

Roy Gene Adair, a white male, age 75, hgt 5 ft 11 inches, 185 lbs, gray hair, hazel eyes, wearing a dark colored t-shirt, dark colored hooded sweatshirt, dark colored sweatpants and white slip on shoes. Unique characteristics: walks with a walker

Diagnosed Medical Condition(s): Dementia, COPD and Parkinson's Disease

Brief circumstances regarding the Endangered Silver Person incident:

Mr. Adair was last seen asleep at the residence at midnight. He was gone when his daughter went to check on him this morning.

Cancelled Endangered Silver Advisory - Roy Adair - Benton county

Death Investigation in Rich Hill

Death Investigation in Rich Hill:

On 8/21/2022 at approximately 2:32 AM I was called to a residence just outside Rich Hill. Initial report was that a male was deceased of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

On arrival I met with Bates County Sheriff’s Office detectives whose investigation was well underway. After confirming identity I examined the decedent and the scene, which was secure on my arrival. 

The detectives and I examined a firearm and located substantial evidence which indicated the trajectory of the shot and decedent’s position when fired. All of this evidence was photographed and processed and detectives began interviewing witnesses.

Detectives then briefed me on witness statements regarding the incident which described a suicidal event, consistent with our initial findings prior to speaking with witnesses. To be certain however, an autopsy was scheduled on the decedent. I attended the autopsy along with a BCSO Detective. On examination of the decedent, the pathologist confirmed the fatal injury to be suicidal in nature and the final report will describe the specific findings.

The totality of the investigation, which is only summarized here, leads us to the confidence that no other persons were involved. Our thoughts and prayers are with those grieving a loss.

Greg Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

Obituary - Ret. US Air Force TSgt. Sherry L. Morris

Sherry Lynn Morris of Oklahoma City, OK was born in Mishawaka, IN on May 11, 1957, to George and Marlene Blasko. She departed this life on August 21, 2022, in Overland Park, KS at the Menorah Medical Center with loving family by her side.

Sherry lived her first 18 years in the small town of Mishawaka, IN until she graduated from Mishawaka High School in 1975, it was then that she started an exciting career journey in the US Air Force for the next 19 years as an aircraft mechanic. Her experiences included being stationed first at Offutt AFB in Omaha, NE, Rhein-Main AFB in Frankfurt, Germany and finally Andrews AFB in Maryland, where she retired as a Tech Sergeant. After her retirement from the Air Force, at the age of 37, she moved to Oklahoma City, OK to work for Northrop-Grumman in the global aerospace and defense arena for the next 18 years. The last 3 years of her career she worked for the US Government at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City, in a highly classified position as a Configurations and Data Manager. 

She was a well-disciplined, natural leader and a strong contributor in her field of expertise throughout her career. She worked on and in the creation of several military planes, including as an aircraft mechanic for the President’s plane as a member of the 89th Airlift Presidents’ Group, while she was stationed at Andrews AFB until her retirement in October of 1994.

Sherry’s greatest love was her son, Derrick Mayoleth, whom she cherished. She had a beautiful smile, an incredibly giving heart and a fun-loving spirit. She was well travelled and had trinkets from all around the world from her adventures. In addition, she never turned down a trip to Las Vegas to meet up with her siblings, whom she loved dearly. You could also find her dancing, shooting pool, throwing darts or bird watching as those were all hobbies she enjoyed. She fiercely loved her family and friends and will be missed beyond measure.

Sherry was preceded in death by her parents, who both passed away in the fall of 2011.

Sherry is survived by her son, Derrick Mayoleth (Tara) of Harrisonville, MO, her younger siblings, Deborah Blasko of South Bend, IN, Cathy Martsolf (Ken) of Edwardsburg, MI, Paula Blasko of South Bend, IN, Jeffrey Blasko (Aricia) of Flower Mound, TX and Monica Blank (Kirk) of Granger, IN, her three grandchildren, Piper, Laycie and Devin and many other relatives and close friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

A Military Service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the funeral home.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.

 

Obituary - James Richard Shinn

James Richard Shinn, age 90, of Osceola, Missouri passed away Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at Hermitage Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on January 30, 1932 in Cross Timbers, Missouri, the son of Robert H. Shinn and Mildred A. (Miller) Shinn.

Richard was saved at age 19, during a revival at South New Home Missionary Baptist Church. After being baptized and joining the church, he was later ordained as a Deacon at Freedom Missionary Baptist Church and served as a Deacon at L.P. Union Missionary Baptist Church where he was a current member.

He attended Hazel Valley Grade School and was a 1949 graduate of Warsaw High School.

On March 9, 1952, he was united in marriage to Ina Evalene Tucker. Richard began his journey farming on the Webb Place in 1953. In 1964, he and Evalene purchased their current farm, where he continued his life-long dream. He and Evalene raised their 4 children on the farm. Richard loved God and his family. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, making sorghum, farming, John Deere tractors and visiting with family and friends.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, a sister, his daughter, Debbie Nance and a grandson, Derek Shinn.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Evalene Shinn, three children; Donna Hart (Bill), Jim Shinn (Terri) and Bill Shinn (Melanie), 11 Grandchildren, 30 Great Grandchildren and 5 Great Great Grandchildren. Extended families; Don and Kathy Anstaett family, Ted Hackett family and Gary Martinez family, numerous other relatives and friends.

The family extends a special “thank you” to Kathy Anstaett for all the love and support she has given thru the years.

Memorial Services for James Richard Shinn will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, August 26, 2022 at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw, Missouri with Pastor Mark Beyer officiating. A visitation will be held an hour prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made payable to Freedom Missionary Baptist Cemetery in care of Reser Funeral Home, PO Box 910, Warsaw MO 65355.

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Warm Temperatures Continue

Another warm day or three ahead, with increasing clouds and rain coming by Sunday.

Some areas could see an inch of rain, but most will see around 1/2" late this weekend.

Obituary - Everett Eugene Cates

Everett Eugene Cates of Adrian, Missouri formerly of Kansas City, Missouri passed away at his home on August 23, 2022.

A Celebration of Everett’s Life will be held at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083 on Sunday, August 28, 2022. Visitation will be from 3:00-6:00 p.m. followed by a Tribe of Mic-O-Say ceremony at 6:00 p.m. Military Graveside service will take place at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri, Monday, August 29, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.

Everett was born on January 4, 1956, to Aaron and Marjorie Cates in Kansas City, Mo. He graduated from Center High School in 1974 and following graduation he joined the United States Army serving his country for several years. He married his wife Barbara on December 18, 1976. They had three children Erin, Katie, and Jason. He spent many years working as a mechanic on everything from cars to buses. He owned his own business doing heating and air conditioning till he was hurt in a fire in January 1990.

Everett joined Boy Scouts at a young age and scouting was an integral part of his life. He earned his Eagle Scout and was a Keeper of the Wampum, Swift Moving Silver Fox in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He was awarded the Silver Beaver Award.

Everett was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jason Christopher Cates; his in-laws, Agnes and Edgar Schaefer; and sister, MaryBeth Elmore.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara of the home; daughters, Erin Newport (James) and Katie Moore (Dave) all of Adrian, MO; grandchildren, Sydney Funk (Richard), Dalton Newport (Hannah), Trevor Newport and Madilynn Moore; great-grandchildren, Audrey and Gabriel; brother, Robert Cates, Sr. of Lee Summit, MO; sister, Sharon Sewell of Perry, OK; brother, James Fike, Sr. (Terri) of Buckner, MO; and many nieces and nephews.

A host of special people that called him, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, and Uncle. Everett was always a phone call away to his wife, kids, and grandchildren along with anyone that needed a hand.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tribe of Mic-O-Say c/o Heart of America BSA – Boy Scouts of America Council 10210 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO 64131.