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New Year's Forecast

Seasonable cool conditions will occur across the area today through New Year's Day. Highs will warm into the middle 30s to the lower 40s both days and lows drop into the lower to middle 20s.

Obituary - Ronald L. Berryhill

Ronald “Ron” L. Berryhill, age 84, of Raymore, Missouri passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023 at Foxwood Spring Living Center.

Services are pending at this time.

Ron was born in Lamar, Missouri on August 6, 1939, the son of Norval Berryhill and Lois Wescott. After graduating from high school Ron went on to be a farmer for many years. Later in his career he became a director of agriculture for the government for fifteen years. He met the love of his life, Joan, and after just 13 days they were married on July 3, 1972. Together they were blessed with 51 wonderful years. In his spare time, Ron loved playing golf, fishing and messing with computers. He was a member of the Masonic Masons.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Norvil and Lois Berryhill; his son, John Berryhill; and two siblings, Margaret Marti and Delbert Berryhill.

He is survived by his loving wife Joan Berryhill; children, Rob Berryhill (Deana) and Rob Bowman (Rebecca); three siblings, Charles Berryhill (Ronda), Kay Divene (Bob), Lorene Darrah (Johnny); eight grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.

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Obituary - Megan Janelle Schepker

Megan Janelle Schepker, age 41, was born on April 26, 1982, in Clinton, Missouri, the daughter of Scott Schepker and Gayla (Smith) Schepker, departed this life on December 24, 2023. A devoted daughter, mother, and a cherished friend, Janelle's presence brightened the lives of those she encountered.

Graduating from South Brunswick in Southport, North Carolina, in 2000, Janelle's life epitomized empathy and care for others. Known for her advocacy for the underdog, she impacted many lives with her selflessness and compassion.

Janelle’s infectious laughter and love for music were hallmarks of her vibrant spirit. Her joyful singing brought happiness to those around her, a reflection of her boundless enthusiasm for life, even in moments of playful embarrassment.

She spent most of her life as a Med Tech which showcased her commitment to service, and her recent role in the nursing home kitchen exemplified her caring nature, providing homecooked meals to residents she served.

However, Janelle's deepest love and devotion were reserved for her children, Jayden, Kya, Nevaeh, and Wyatt, who were the center of her world.

Janelle is preceded in death by her father, Scott Schepker, infant daughter, Jordan Schepker and infant son Joshua Paul Scheer, Jr., her paternal grandmother, Patricia Schepker, and maternal grandfather, Eldon Smith.

She is survived by her four children; Jayden Schepker of Springfield, Missouri, Kya Schepker, Nevaeh Scheer both of Warsaw, Missouri and Wyatt Scheer of Garden City, Missouri, her mother, Gayla Schepker, of Warsaw, Missouri; one sister, Jackie Whitaker and her husband Brent, a niece, Aspen Whitaker and a nephew, Gage Whitaker all of Warsaw, Missouri one brother, Slade Schepker, of Warrensburg, Missouri, maternal grandmother Linnie (Malinda) Newman of Warsaw Missouri and paternal grandfather Edward Schepker of Warsaw, Missouri. Megan's memory will forever live on in the hearts of her surviving family, and many friends.

A celebration of life for Janelle will be held at the River Church on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 4:00 PM with a visitation from 3:00-4:00.

Cremation is under the direction of Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw, Missouri.

Shooting Investigation in Pittsburg Kansas

On Friday, December 29, 2023 at approximately 1:31 AM, first responders from the Pittsburg Police Department, Pittsburg Fire Department and Crawford County EMS responded to an apartment located at Sycamore Village Residences, 2601 N. Joplin, for a report of an individual suffering from a gunshot wound.

The 28-year-old male was transported to Via Christi Hospital for a non-life threatening injury to his leg. The investigation into this incident is ongoing at this time.

Anyone having information related to this incident, or other crimes, 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.

Montrose woman injured in Vernon County rollover

On December Friday December 29th the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on Route D around 10 miles northwest of Nevada.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when westbound 2018 Ford Explorer driven by 39 year old Stefanie M. Hon of Montrose, Missouri traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a culvert, became airborne, and overturned.

Stefanie M. Hon sustained minor injuries in this accident and she was transported by ambulance to Nevada Regional Medical Center for treatment.

View crash reported below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230685325

Butler Youth Wrestling competed hard over the weekend

Tough competition down in Willard today, but the Butler Youth Wrestling club kids fought hard and did their best! Very proud of all their efforts. Here are the results:

Only one wrestler came home with a championship ring: LEVI WIESE II congratulations on placing 1st today!!!

Nolan Varns-2nd
Brayden McGuire-2nd
Melanie Varns-3rd in boys
Julius Varns-3rd
Easton Adams-5th

WE HAD A COUPLE KIDS GO TO ANDERSON, MO to wrestle today and they did very well:

Covy Riley-1st place (CONGRATULATIONS!!)
Gabriel Sines-2nd place

There will be a few kids battling back down here in Willard tomorrow, so to be CONTINUED….

Happy New Year everyone!! We are so proud of all of our little Butler Bears, and the effort they put forth each week!!