Way to go Kolbi!

We would like to congratulate Drexel High School Freshman Kolbi Nichols who took first place in the Boys 800 meter run at the Adrian High School.

Kolbi not only won the race but he also broke his personal best time finishing at 2:10:50. Way to go Kolbi!!

Warm and breezy today... Storms possible after midnight

We do have a possibility of some thunderstorms after midnight. Keep in mind today will be windy please refrain from any outdoor burning.

In recognition...

The news reassures us every day that our world is spinning out of control more and more and times are rapidly changing! Calls for all divisions of emergency services are busy every day and more times in a day than what they most likely have been in years past. Kudos to those who are willing to serve and protect, and we are so very thankful for all of them. Saying that, leads me into my purpose for this letter.

There is a very special group of individuals who serve in the emergency services that too often get overlooked. Not for a second do I believe that this overlooking is intentional, but we know it happens. Today, we want to make sure these individuals get the recognition and the credit that they deserve, and we hope that they will forgive us when we “overlook” and fail to recognize that we could not have done anything, to help anyone, had it not been for them.

This week is Telecommunicators Week (911 dispatchers) and if anyone deserves to be told how much they are appreciated, it would be these individuals. They answer every 911 call and at that moments notice, they coordinate and direct whatever agencies needs to respond, (and that can be several,) all while staying focused on the task that is required. We cannot begin to describe all the tasks that they perform on any given emergency, and all the non-emergency behind the scenes duties that they take care of as well, but we know the tasks can be overwhelming.

Not every 911 call is a life-threatening call, but when it is, and if its your life, or perhaps your loved one’s life that is depending on the 911 services, you will be very grateful for what and how these individuals handle the situation.

For those who don’t know, the Adrian Fire Department is dispatched through the Bates County Sheriff’s Department Communications Center and sometimes the Butler Police Department Communications Center. They do a great service for our communities in Bates County, and they have helped save many lives by their quick and professional actions.

On behalf of the members of the Adrian Fire Department, please know that you are appreciated more than a few words can tell, but we greatly appreciate you along with “ALL” communications operators everywhere.

Sincerely,
Chief Dizney
Adrian Fire Department

Obituary - Ramona Snyder

Ramona Snyder 73, of Butler, Missouri passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Cremation, with memorial services pending at this time. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

Memorial contributions may be made to the Butler Community of Christ Church. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

A complete obituary is pending at this time.

Obituary - Lois M. Myers

Funeral services for Lois M. Myers of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Monday, April 17, 2023 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Monday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Butler Public Library, Bates County Historical Society or Charity of Choice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Lois Mae Myers, age 88 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at the Medicalodge of Butler. She was born July 8, 1934 to Ira and Goldie Winifred Young Baker in Butler, Missouri. .

Lois is survived by two daughters, Deborah Davis of Adrian, Missouri and Kathy Fischer and husband Alan of Grain Valley, Missouri; one son, Chuck Myers and wife Michelle of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Nelson Myers on January 30, 2023; and her sister, Norma Jean Newman.

Some people go through a difficult time in life and they allow it to bloom into something beautiful?

You know how some people go through a difficult time in life and they allow it to bloom into something beautiful? That's what you're seeing here.

After she went through treatments for colon cancer in 2016, Laura Fitzpatrick Piland started putting together gift bags for other patients that she knew would help them through the treatment stage.

Now called Blessing Bags, Laura collects donated items and donations in March, Colorectal Cancer month, and distributes them to hospitals in our region.

Yesterday she personally delivered Blessing Bags to our Outpatient Specialty Clinic where they will be given to oncology patients receiving cancer care here at BCMH. 

Laura is pictured here with several OPC nurses in the infusion room where Laura received treatments years ago. Thank you, Laura, for continuing this fight!

Read Laura's story > https://www.bcmhospital.com/laura-piland-story/

Many thoughts and prayers!

It is with a heavy heart that Cass County Sheriff's Office announces the passing of Captain Dave Rodgers. 

Dave passed away on Tuesday April 11th, after a courageous battle with cancer. He served the citizens of Cass County from January of 1998 until his retirement in February of this year.

A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, April 16, 2023 at Dickey Funeral Home in Harrisonville. Following the visitation, a procession will occur to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office where an Honors Ceremony will be held.

Obituary - Robert Francis Oldfield

Robert Francis Oldfield, 88, of Adrian, MO, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Medicalodge of Butler. An inurnment graveside service will be on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 10 am at Crescent Hill Cemetery in Adrian, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice and sent to 123 W Kansas Ave, Independence, MO 64050.

Robert was born January 30, 1935 to Delbert Oldfield and Etta Charlotte 'Lottie' Wilkerson in Wiseman, AR. He was from a big family having seven brothers and sisters. Robert met and married Marilyn Louise Shughart on January, 22, 1954 and to this union they had one son, Stephen 'Steve' Oldfield. He worked for Bendix/Honeywell in Kansas City, MO, for years and after retiring from there he continued working as a truck driver for a moving company. Robert and Marilyn loved to get away and would do this by spending their time camping and fishing whenever they could. Besides living in Adrian for many years, Robert also called Hardy, AR, home.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marilyn; and his son, Stephen Oldfield. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Linda Oldfield; granddaughters: Chara (Derek) Jensen of Marshfield, MO; and Jill (Brad) Jacobs of Drexel, MO; great-grandchildren: Joey Jacobs, Bryson Jacobs, Braden Jensen, Jaclyn Jacobs, Brock Jensen, and Parker Jensen; sister, Laura Louise; and many nephews and nieces.