Update: Cox in custody in Bates County

On 8/10/23 a homeowner caught a subject on her property in the process of stealing. When confronted, the male subject fled on foot through a bean field and into a tree line. Upon the arrival of deputies a perimeter was set up and additional staff were called in to began a ground search.

Many acres of heavy wooded trees and crop fields were searched with no results. The suspect’s vehicle was located about a 100 yards from the residence.

A second vehicle was stopped in the area and the female was detained as she is a known associate of the suspect.

The female was eventually released. The search was terminated but the suspect was identified. The Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s assistance in locating Steven W Cox, 29 year old male of Butler Mo.

**Update**

The subject from Thursday’s man hunt was taken into custody today. Steven Cox is being held pending formal charges by the Bates County Prosecutor’s Office.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Obituary - Aaron Gammon

Aaron Christopher Gammon, age 34, of Nixa died August 4, 2023. He was born August 17, 1988 in Drexel, Missouri, the son of Alan and Andrea (Jenkins) Gammon.

Aaron was a teacher and a coach at Nixa Junior High School, but his family was his life. Aaron was smart and funny. His smile and his personality were contagious. He did so many things out of the kindness of his incredible heart. He loved to make his girls laugh. He loved his family more than anything and his favorite things to do were spend time with his wife and daughters. He loved to take his girls to Branson in the summer or work on projects for the house.

If a quick nap in the afternoon could be snuck in there somewhere, it was a perfect day. He loved hunting, camping, dancing and singing with Danielle and the girls. Aaron had a way of planning things to make the most special people in his life feel that way. He loved the "wow factor " of planning a trip, a gift, a holiday, or any celebration - but he never expected anybody to return the favor. He loved his students, his coworkers, his friends, and his family so much. We will all miss him in different ways and life on earth will never be the same, but we will see him again someday in heaven. Aaron is looking down on us smiling and he is at peace with the Lord, his grandpa Jim, and his dog Kilo.

Survivors include: His wife Danielle Gammon of Nixa; daughter, Brooklyn, step-daughter, Emma, daughter Audrey; his parents, Alan and Andrea Gammon of Clever, his sister Allison Hails and husband Adam of Clever, and his grandmother, Sue Gammon of Clever.

Aaron was preceded in death by his grandpa Jim Gammon and his maternal grandparents, Ralph and Shirley Jenkins.

A visitation will be held from 5-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. All friends and family are invited to attend. A private funeral service for family only will be held on Friday, officiated by Pastor Tim Russell.

Obituary - Elizabeth Gale “Lizz” Nation

Elizabeth Gale “Lizz” Nation, age 46, Mound City, Kansas passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1976 in Butler, Missouri the daughter of Arthur Leroy Terry and Barbara Elaine Troth. She graduated from Hume High School in the Class of 1995. Lizz and Michael Nation were united in marriage on February 8, 1997 in Pleasanton, Kansas.

She was employed at Farmers and Merchants Bank. While employed, she was voted the Best Teller of Linn County numerous times. Lizz was also a very successful Scentsy dealer. She was a member of the Mound City Christian Church. She liked to crochet and collected many different kinds of animals. She was preceded in death by her father, Art Terry, step father, LeRoy Daniel, and a sister, Colette Fillpot. Lizz is survived by her husband Michael, mother, Barbara Danial, two sons, Brett Nation and wife Azia, and Chad Nation, a brother, Dwight Terry and wife Sabrina, a granddaughter, Genevieve, and parents in law, Danny and Linda Nation. Lizz was given more than her fair share of crosses to bear during her life. In spite of this, she always maintained a great attitude toward life and was able to remain at peace.

Funeral service will be held 10 am Friday, August 18, 2023 at the Mound City Christian Church. Burial will be in the Curry Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Thursday, August 17 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Care to Share or the Linn County Fair. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.  

 

Obituary - Linda Lou Stone

Linda Lou Stone, 76, Milo, MO passed from this life on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at her home following a lengthy illness. Linda was born March 4, 1947, in Nevada, MO, to Oliver D. and Betty Jean (McCune) Burris. She was united in marriage to Les Stone on September 5, 1967, in Nevada and he survives of the home.

Linda grew up in rural Milo near the Olive Branch Church. She graduated from El Dorado Springs High School in 1966. Linda worked in food service most of her life including Christian Health Care, Nevada Regional Medical Center, and retired from Cottey College. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, family dinners and get-togethers.

In addition to her husband Les, she is survived by two children, Les Stone, Jr. (Lore), Moundville, and LeLe Woodcook (Chuck), Nevada; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Karen Honeycutt (Kerry), Licking, MO, and Jackie Marlin, Coffeyville, KS; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, five sisters, three brothers, and an infant son, Pete Stone.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Kerry Honeycutt officiating. Interment will follow in Moore Cemetery in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested in her name to the Vernon County Cancer Relief c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

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A big thank you from the Lady Rebels

The Lady Rebels would like to thank all their sponsors for their support making it possible to attend the MAYB Girls National tournament this past weekend. 

Your monetary contributions helped with lodging and entry fees. The support of our communities is greatly appreciated! 

The Algiere Family
Shelter Insurance-Bryan Tippie
Englehardt Tax Service
Heritage Tractor
Electric City Ink
Main Street Menagerie
Precision Diesel Repair
Studio M Salon
Sugar Creek Boutique
Ethan's Auto Repair
Adrian Bank
Dusti Dance Academy
Heartland Tractor
Midwest Lumber
Southside Lumber Co.
Staton Golden Retriever
Alley Tavern
Burch & Liles Insurance Service
Calee's Prestine Cleaning
Doc's Body Shop
Laughlin's Farm Equipment
Granny's Gang
JJ Tire and Lube
Janet's Beauty Salon
O'Rielly Auto Parts of Butler
ThermoKing of Joplin
Mid America Live News/Shopper 

Thank you from The Lady Rebels Jordan Porter (Butler), Bella Hamby (Humansville), Kiah Felton (Creighton), Heidi Doores (Creighton), Callie Hamby (Humansville), Delaney Englehardt (Lakeland), Brylee Williams (Adrian), Audrey Dumas (Adrian), and Jordyn Wackerman (Adrian)

Bates County Memorial Hospital August Employee of the month

Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) recognizes Josh Sullins as the Employee of the Month for August. Josh has worked with BCMH as a registered radiologic tech in the imaging services department since 2014. Patients might see Josh when they come in for an X-ray, CT scan or MRI.

Josh’s friendly demeanor puts everyone at ease. His coworkers report: “Josh is always kind and compassionate toward our patients. He adjusts his tone and volume of voice for the patient he is caring for and goes out of his way to make patients feel heard and understood. 

Whenever he isn’t busy performing procedures, he can often be found escorting a patient in the hallway. He’s willing to escort patients from other departments that have lost their way or just look like they need some company. 

When Josh is with a patient or their family member, it’s easy to see he is giving them his full attention and providing excellent customer service. He is also friendly with coworkers and fun to work with, which makes everyone’s day a bit brighter.”

Josh is a valuable team member at BCMH, and he deserves this recognition.

Road rage incident in Cass County

On 08-08-23, at approximately 7:37 pm, Deputies with the Cass County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the area of Monks Walk Road in Loch Lloyd in reference to a possible road rage incident. Upon arrival, deputies made contact with a food delivery driver and two passengers who stated a subject chased them down the road, pulled in front of their vehicle, and pointed a firearm at them. The subject, identified as Damon Lounds B/M (49), from Loch Lloyd, was taken into custody a short time later. He was transported to the Cass County Jail for processing without incident.

Investigators obtained a search warrant for Mr. Lounds residence in the 16000 East Heather Lane in Loch Lloyd. During the execution of the search warrant a firearm, matching the description of the one used in the incident, as well as other evidence was collected.

On 08-09-23, Mr. Lounds was charged in a Cass County Court with one count of Unlawful Use Of A Weapon. Mr. Lounds was also found to have 14 outstanding arrest warrants from the Kansas City Police Department. The Judge has ordered Mr. Lounds be held in the Cass County Jail without bond. His next scheduled court date is set for 08-16-23 at 9:00am.