Obituary - Melvin Adelbert Fizell

The wishes of Melvin Adelbert Fizell of Butler, Missouri were to be cremated with no public services at this time. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Melvin Adelbert Fizell, age 79 of Butler, Missouri died Friday, July 28, 2023 at his home. He was born June 19, 1944 to Melvin LeRoy and Lillian Adelade Poindexter Fizell in Jackson County, Missouri.

Melvin is survived by three daughters, Cinda Glass of Butler, Missouri, Rhonda Howard-Ralston and Mary Wolfe both of Belton, Missouri; 7 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a brother, John Fizell of Butler, Missouri.

Obituary - Ricky Lynn Hampton

Ricky Lynn Hampton, age 67, of Lamar, Missouri passed away July 20, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

Rick was born July 19,1956 in Kennett, Missouri to John W Hampton and Erma Mae (Mitchell) Hampton. On July 26, 1998, Rick married Debbie Jean Mason in Lamar, Missouri.

Rick was self-employed as a contractor. He loved working in his yard and received "Yard of the Month" several times from the Barton County Master Gardner's Club. Rick was also known to be a "tailgate philosopher" and could talk to anyone about anything at any given time. 

He served in the United States Marine Corp until he was honorably discharged on May 22, 1980 and then served in the Army Reserves until he was honorably discharged on April 22, 1986.

Survivors include his wife Debbie; three sons, Eric Hampton of California, Brian (Jenni) Duncan and Kelly Duncan, all of Lamar; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Rebecca Hampton of Kissee Mills, Missouri and Sandra Minor of Cortland, Illinois.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, John Hampton and Ron Hampton.

A memorial visitation will be held from 10:00 ~ 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Daniel Funeral Home in Lamar, MO.

Contributions are suggested and made payable to the American Cancer Society in care of Daniel Funeral Home.

Celebration of Life for "Mr. A"

Please join the family of Farrell Adkins "Mr. A" to celebrate his life on Saturday August 19th at the Bates County Historical Society & Museum

 "Mr. A" was a 34yr teacher at Butler High School in the Industrial Arts, a very active member of the Methodist Church, many community Clubs and sang with "The Overtones". 

The family will graciously be donating one of Mr. A's creations, a carved wooden church to the museum which will also be dedicated at this celebration. 

There will be light refreshment provided. Friends and family are welcome to come to visit and share stories throughout the afternoon.

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Obituary - Paul Taylor Leimkuehler

Paul Taylor Leimkuehler age 70 of Clinton, Missouri departed this life Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at Windsor Healthcare, Windsor, Missouri surrounded by love and family.

A Visitation will be held 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 31, 2023 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri. With a brief service following the visitation at 7:00 p.m.. Cremation with Inurnment at Sunset Gardens Cemetery, Marshall, Missouri at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shephard Hospice, Warrensburg, Missouri and send in care of Dickey Funeral Home, PO Box 432, Harrisonville, Missouri 64701.

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available.

City of Drexel accepting bid for Street Repair

The City of Drexel will be accepting bid proposals for Street Repair, Bid packets can be picked up at City Hall Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

All bids must be in a sealed envelope and marked Street Repair they must be returned to the City Clerk and received by August 11 at 12:00 pm. Opening for bid proposal submissions will be August 11, 2023, at 1:00 pm. 

The Bids will then be submitted to the Board of Alderman for the August 14, 2023 Regular Meeting at 6:00 pm. The City of Drexel has the right to refuse any and all bids. 

For more information, please contact City Hall at (816) 619-2323 or by email at cityofdrexel@gmail.com.

Excessive Heat Warning

Another hot and muggy day is expected today with high temperatures near 100 and peak afternoon heat index values near 110. The heat may continue into Saturday for areas along and south of the Missouri River but this will be dependent upon where storms are during the day.

Obituary - Sherman Lee Stroup

Sherman Lee Stroup, age 88, of Warsaw, Missouri passed away Monday, July 24, 2023 at the Osage Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center in Osage Beach, Missouri. He was born on November 26, 1934 in Wyandotte, Oklahoma the son of Lawrence W. Stroup and May R. Lacewell.

Sherman grew up in Wyandotte, Oklahoma and graduated from Wyandotte High School and later served his country in the United States Army. When he was honorably discharged Sherman returned to live in Kansas City where he owned both the 95 Club and Zodiak Bars. He also worked as a supervisor for Jimmy Dean Sausage.

In 1974 he moved to Warsaw where he owned and operated S&M Welding for thirty years, retiring in 2004. Sherman was united in marriage to Mary Simkins on September 4, 1990. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Shrine, the Elks Lodge and the American Legion. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing and boating.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Steven Stroup, four sisters and two brothers.

Sherman is survived by his wife, Mary Stroup, of the home, three children; Carolann Ireland, of Warsaw, Robin Atkin and her husband Steve, of Butler, Missouri and Lisa Hendricks, of Springfield, Missouri, nine grandchildren; Dawn, Dan, Brandy, Nicki, Jeff, Steven, Erica, Matthew and Shelby, numerous great grandchildren other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Services for Sherman L. Stroup will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 28, 2023 at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw, Missouri. Interment will follow the funeral at the Shawnee Cemetery in Warsaw. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital c/o the Reser Funeral Home P. O. Box 910 Warsaw, Missouri 65355.

Obituary - Karl Anthony Bays

Karl Anthony Bays passed from the loving arms of his wife and children to the loving arms of his Lord on July 26, 2023.

Service times will be provided as more information becomes available.

Karl was a kind, faithful, honest and hard working man who loved his family, his friends, his dogs and his cast iron. Born on September 5, 1967 to Mary Ann (Schwarz) and Lewis Valmer Bays, he lived to be outdoors. He lived to BarBQue. He lived to be surrounded by his family and friends, making large meals, eating food, drinking beer and watching Chiefs games.

Karl was preceded in death by his sisters Valerie, Dana and Teresa, his parents Valmer and Mary Ann and numerous Aunts and Uncles including his Uncle Bill Bays, and his niece Crystal Cable. He is survived by his wife Brandy Bays and children Trenton Bays, Dalton (Kinlie) Haynes and Renzee Haynes. Also, those now learning to live without him, include brothers Mark Bays, Martin (Teresa) Bays and Donald Bays, many cousins including Kenneth (Andrea) Bays and many nieces and nephews. Karl had so many amazing friends, too numerous to count, including Pat, Cindy, Nick, Renee, Kevin and Annette, that survive him as well.

Most of all Karl was happy in life, preparing for retirement to live his life in the woods with his soulmate, friend and loving wife Brandy. He wasn’t ready to leave and we weren’t ready to let him go but we know he is gone for a reason and have yet to understand what the reason is. Karl always had wise words when they were needed. We can use some of his wise words as we manage through the days ahead.

We loved your smile, we loved your laugh and we loved you. See Ya, no good byes!