Obituary - George Curtis Thayer

George Curtis Thayer, 72, of Clinton, MO went to be with his Savior on September 26, 2023 after a short battle with cancer.

The youngest of four siblings, George was born on August 1, 1951 to Webster Aldrich Thayer and Agnes Maxine Sargent. He grew up in South Newfane, VT.

At age 21, he married Blanche Edna Sumner of Halifax, VT. The Lord gave George and Blanche 50 loving years together before he passed away. They lived in Vermont for most of their lives and were blessed with two daughters: Leah Betsey and Courtney Rebecca.

God created George to fix things, and he began working as an auto mechanic early in his life. George owned and operated a successful automotive repair business, Rocky Ledge Auto Repair, for 30 years in Halifax, VT. His customers will remember him as a skilled, honest, and compassionate man.

When George was in his 20s, he placed his trust in Jesus Christ to forgive his sins and make him right with God. This was a turning point for him. He spent the rest of his life growing in faith and love. He was active in church and cared deeply about people.

In 2021, George and Blanche moved to Clinton, MO to be close to their family. At that time, George became very involved in the Celebrate Recovery ministry at his church. He told everyone he met about CR, because he saw firsthand how it helps people recover from all sorts of “hurts, habits, and hang-ups.”

His family will remember him for his gentle heart, sense of humor, and love of ice cream. They will remember him taking them boating on the lake and giving them rides in his Ford Model A. Most of all, they will remember him as a hero of the faith. When he learned he had terminal cancer, he never stopped saying, “It’s okay.” He quoted Romans 8:28 often throughout his illness: “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.”

George loved his family. He is survived by his wife, his two daughters, his sons-in-law Josh Pritchard and Justin Wallhoff, and his seven grandchildren: Knox, Violet, Noah, Malcolm, Lucie, Lillian, and soon-to-be grandbaby, Webster. He is also survived by his brother, Bill Thayer; his sister, Mary Towne; and many nieces and nephews and their children. He was preceded in death by both of his parents and his sister, Betsey Wetherbee. George will be missed by many lifelong friends in Southern Vermont.

A Celebration of Life service honoring George will be held on October 13, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church Worship Center in Clinton, MO, with a luncheon following. For those who cannot attend, the service will be live-streamed at firstbaptistclinton.church/georgethayer and on the church’s Facebook page. The family would love to hear your memories of George; you can share them online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be given to Celebrate Recovery. Checks can be made to “First Baptist Church of Clinton” with a designation for “Celebrate Recovery” and mailed to First Baptist Church, 209 E. Jefferson St., Clinton, MO, 6473

Here to save the day!

Here to save the day! 

On Sunday Morning the Harrisonville Fire Department was notified about a dog that was trapped in a storm drain near Oakwood Street in Harrisonville.

Fire Crews were able to use a harness to lift the dog out of the drain and to safety. The dog was taken to the Harrisonville Animal Shelter and was later claimed by the owner.

Obituary - Larry Welton Burkes

Larry Welton Burkes, age 77, of Clinton, Missouri, passed away Friday morning September 29, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 26, 1946 in Leake County, Mississippi the son of Ezma Adell (Mooney) and Horace Arvol Burkes.

He grew up and graduated high school from Edinburg, Mississippi Class of 1964. At the age of 17 he became a carpenter in Jackson, Mississippi and later worked in the shipyard in West Wego, Louisiana.

In 1965 he applied to enlist in the United States Air Force but he did not meet the physical requirements due to a knee injury. He would go on to enlist in the United States Army on April 18, 1966 where he would later be enrolled in the special forces.

He was united in marriage to Ann Dye on July 2, 1977 in Jackson, Mississippi. They would make their home in Pearl, Mississippi before moving to Brandon, Mississippi, Topeka, Kansas City and Harrisonville before moving to Edwards, Missouri in 2002. While in Edwards Larry and Ann served on the Deer Creek Fire Department for 7 years from 2007 to 2014. They would move to their home in Clinton in 2016.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Gayla, one son, Larry W. Burkes II and his beloved dog Buddy.

He is survived by his wife Ann, of the home, two sons, Terry Burkes (Dawn), of Clinton and Carl Burkes (Shannon), of Adrain, one daughter, Melissa Burkes, of Brandon, Mississippi, two step children, Ellisa Clements, of Arkansas and James Tony Mason, of Mississippi, 6 grandchildren, Krasannah (Derek), Jennifer, Justin, Kevin, Braden and Bryant, 4 step grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, Selena, Rhett, Reece, Ryker and Aurora, two sisters, Freda Hughes and Threda Moore, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Military Honors will be held at a later date.

Tractor fire in rural El Dorado Springs

On Sunday October 1st around 2:29 p.m. the El Dorado Springs Fire Department responded to a tractor fire at CR E 700 and CR S. 151 in rural El Dorado Springs.

The tractor was fully engulfed when fire crews got on scene. The tractor was a total loss and no one was injured. 

Photos courtesy of  the El Dorado Springs Fire Department 

Obituary - Lonny Lee Kintner

Lonny Lee Kintner, age 77, of Belton, Missouri passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at home with his loving wife by his side.

Services will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., 612 W Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Visitation will be from 10-11:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow service at 2:00 p.m. at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri.

Lonny was born in Bethany, Missouri on August 20, 1946, the son of Galen Edward Kintner and Evelyn Marie (Richert) Kintner. After graduating from Bethany High School, he spent a year in Alaska working on a homestead making log cabins. He enlisted in the United States Navy where he served as a sonar technician aboard the submarine, the USS Guardfish SSN-612 for 6 years based out of Pearl Harbor, HI. While serving in the Navy, he met Melanie on a blind date in San Diego, CA and were married a year and half later on October 26th, 1968. After Lonny’s service ended, they lived in California and then moved to Missouri to raise 6 wonderful children: Kenneth, Kevin, Kelee, Kyle, Kirk, and Kent. For 40 years, Lonny worked for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as a computer specialist, retiring in 2011. Lonny and Melanie were very faithful and active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Lonny served in many leadership callings. Lonny enjoyed woodworking, outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, golf, and supporting his children in all their endeavors. He especially loved mowing the lawn. Lonny’s kind and gentle nature gave him the ability to never meet a stranger. He was truly loved by all and will be greatly missed.

Lonny was preceded in death by his parents, Galen and Evelyn Kintner; and his brother, Delmar Kintner.

Here cherishing his memory, are his loving wife of fifty-five years, Melanie Kintner; six children, Kenneth Kintner (Terri), Kevin Kintner (Andrea), Kelee Mah (Michael), Kyle Kintner, Kirk Kintner (Caitlin), and Kent Kintner (Jennifer); seven grandchildren, Michael Mah, Jaxston Mah, Cullen Kintner, Susanna Kintner, Nick Schimmer (Jenn), Eric Schimmer, and Brandon Schimmer (Jessica); nine great-grandchildren, Tristan, Liam, Hadley, Addison, Everly, Aiden, Elijah, Emmett and Delilah; and many nieces, nephews, friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Mercy Hospital. or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Inc., Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - Marilyn Kay Shuey

Marilyn Kay Shuey, age 68, of Peculiar, Missouri, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

No services are planned in accordance with Marilyn’s wishes.

Marilyn was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Jack Jackson and Erma (Close) Jackson on October 21, 1954. For many years she worked as a secretary for Kingville Livestock. In the summer of 1972 she was joined in marriage with her husband Gary E. Shuey on June 1st. Marilyn had quite the fascination with chickens and would often collect ceramic ones as well as other memorabilia, earlier in life having many live chickens of her own. Marilyn also enjoyed knitting and crocheting.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Erma Jackson; sister, Cyndi Schuitema; brothers, James and Dennis Jackson; and brother in law, Randy Friend.

She is survived by her loving husband of fifty one years, Gary Shuey; three children, Brian Shuey (Susie), Michael Shuey (Amy), and Kara Rhoads (Richard); sister, Susan Friend; and six grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Tyler, and Cobey Shuey, and TJ, Adyson, and Macy Schipper.

At the request of Marilyn’s family, memorial contributions may be given to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society online at www.nationalmssociety.org

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - Larry Haney

Larry Haney, 75 of Butler, Missouri passed away Friday, September 29, 2023. Funeral services will be 11:00am Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Butler Presbyterian Church in Butler, Mo. 

Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11:00am at the church. Cremation to be accorded following services. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to Butler Presbyterian Church. Messages and memories for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home of Butler, 660-679-0009.




Complete obituary information will be published as it becomes available.

Archie Whirlwinds roll over Drexel in 8-Man Football action

Archie Whirlwinds roll over Drexel in 8-Man Football action..

The Archie Whirlwinds (5-0) made the short trip to play the Drexel Bobcats (4-1) in 8-Man District 2 High School Football Action this evening.

Archie dominated this game from start to finish getting the win 60-6 over their Cass County rival Bobcats. 

The Whirlwinds will hit the road next Friday night as the travel to play the Jasper Eagles (0-5). Good Luck Archie!