Obituary - Dean Edward Harkrader

Dean Edward Harkrader, 70, Nevada, MO passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Medicalodge in Butler, MO following a lengthy illness. Dean was born February 23, 1953 in Butler to George Edward and Lorna Mae (Nolte) Harkrader, Jr. He married Shelli Hulse on April 17, 1993 in Nevada and she survives of the home. Every time Shelli walked into a room Dean’s face would light up.

Dean grew up in the Rockville area and attended Zion Lutheran School in Prairie City through the 8 th grade. He graduated from Rich Hill High School in 1971 where he was a member of the football team. Following high school, Dean served in the United States Air Force from 1971- 1974. Upon his return he attended CMSU in Warrensburg for a time and later graduated from MSSC in Joplin in 1991.

Dean worked at the Rockville Meat Company for a short time, and the Nevada Hab Center for 29 years until his retirement in 2009. His memberships included CMSU Beta Sigma Pi Fraternity, and SMCU Veterans Association. He was also a longtime member of the Church of Christ in Nevada.

Dean loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs and taking trips with his family. He loved his Lord and looked forward to church. Dean had a quiet and gentle nature, always loved spending
time with any or all family members.

He enjoyed listening to the buzz of family conversation, occasionally, inserting his dry sense of humor and quiet laugh. Dean loved to read, had a desire or knowledge, and remembered everything that he read.

In addition to his wife Shelli of the home, he is survived by one son, Devon Harkrader, Nevada; his mother, Lorna Harkrader, Rockville; one brother, Jerry Harkrader (Bobbie), Butler; five sisters, Wilma Griffith (Phil), St. Louis, MO, Mary Noyes (Shane), Vancouver, WA, Janet Nitchals (Alton), Butler, Vickie Fischer, Newark, DE, and Lisa Harkrader, St. Louis; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the Church of Christ in Nevada with Bro. Dick Harris officiating. Interment with Military Honors will follow in
Moore Cemetery in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the Church of Christ.

Memorials are suggested in his name to the Church of Christ c/o Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Homicide Investigation in Pittsburg Kansas

On Sunday morning, August 20, 2023, law enforcement officers were dispatched to 202 N. Locust St., in Pittsburg, in reference to a shooting incident, in which an adult male was found to have been shot, and subsequently died as a result of his injuries.

The victim, who was identified as 36-year-old Justin E. Krogen, of Pittsburg, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Mr. Krogen’s body was sent to Kansas City for an autopsy.

The investigation into this homicide incident is ongoing at this time, and investigators are continuing to follow up on leads. Investigators are also seeking to locate a person of interest from this investigation. This person of interest is not going to be identified at this time.

Anyone having information related to this incident is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at (620) 231-1700, or at our automated tip line, (620) 231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.

22nd Annual Adrian Fire Department 9-11 remembrance ceremony

September 11, 2001 We promised that we would never forget!

The Adrian Fire Department will host the twenty second 9-11 remembrance ceremony on Saturday morning September 9th beginning at 10:00 A.M.

Line up is at 9:30 A.M. located in the area of 1st & Clark Street

We will begin the procession at 10:00 A.M. with a program to follow at the Optimist Building at approximately 10:45 A.M.

We welcome the public to line the streets and watch the procession, and then make your way out to the Optimist Building as we continue to remember and pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

During the program, we will be honoring all veterans and those currently serving to protect our country and our freedom.

Alert from City of Adrian: Emergency Phone Line 297-2121

The Emergency phone line will be down for a couple of hours September 1st. If you call and are unable to get through please call 660-679-3232. We are sorry for the inconvenience as we update our phone systems.

Semi truck rollover in Vernon County

On Wednesday night around 11:17 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a semi truck rollover accident in the northbound lanes of I-49 around 2 miles north of Nevada.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the northbound 2024 Freightliner Cascadia driven by 48 year old Christie A. Woods of Harrah, Oklahoma traveled off the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned.

Christie A. Woods sustained minor injuries and she was transported by ambulance to Nevada Regional Medical Center for treatment.

View crash report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230472471

Public Service Announcement

The Butler Country Club had some damage to #9 green yesterday. Had 2 big chunks taking out of the green and 2 big divots on the fringe. It appeared a club was used. If anyone saw anyone out there yesterday after 5:30 please let me know.

Any members that take a guest or have family members that play by themselves please encourage them to take care of our course.

It appears they take a club and tried to just hit the ball towards their cart when they are done and take a big chunk out of the green.

-Shawn McVey 

Obituary - Kevin Wayne Myers

Kevin Wayne Myers, age 71, of Belton, Missouri, beloved father, husband, brother and son, passed away on August 29, 2023 at Menorah Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. A reception will follow.

Kevin was born in Windsor, Missouri on July 30, 1952 the son of Kenneth L. Myers and Marjorie F. (Ragar) Myers. After graduating from high school, Kevin met the love of his life, Ellen K. Kratschmer and together they married on May 29, 1971. They were blessed with three children, Kelly, Elizabeth and David. In life, Kevin worked as a sales manager for a wallpaper manufacturing company for over 30 years. Kevin studied the Bible daily and was a true follower of Christ. He loved hunting, archery, gardening, and rebuilding cars, motorcycles, and engines.

Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Marjorie Myers.

He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Ellen K. Myers; his three children, Kelly Myers, Elizabeth Shepard (Don), and David Myers (Patti); four siblings, Ken Myers (Linda), Kathy Shaw (Michael), Kerry Myers (Martha), and Kris Myers (Tonya); seven grandchildren, Jackson, Megan, Joshua, Audrey, Brooke, Austin, and Lauren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Community Project, Kansas City https://www.veteranscommunityproject.org/vcp-kc or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., Raymore, Missouri 816-322-5278

Propane tank explosion in Rich Hill

On Wednesday August 30th around 12:32 p.m. Rich Hill Fire responded to a porch on fire with possible a propane tank explosion in the 100 block of Myrtle street.

  
Upon arrival it was clear that the propane tank had not exploded. All residents were able to safely exit the home before the fire department arrived on scene.

 
5 firefighters and 3 trucks responded to this call.

 
Something to keep in mind. All of our firefighters who responded were at home or at work. When this call came out we all ran to the station, geared up and was on scene within 4 minutes!

Good Job Guys!