Obituary - Wayne Hendershot

Wayne Hendershot was born to Charles and Patricia Hendershot on June 12, 1956 in Yuba City, CA. He passed away peacefully at home on March 1, 2024.

Wayne joined the Navy in 1977. He was a Navy Corpsman assigned to the Marine Corp. After leaving the Marines he began his career as a paramedic/firefighter in Northern California. He was a firefighter for 30 + years in the same location. 

Wayne loved all things outdoors. He was an avid water skier, a master diver and he loved duck hunting with his beloved dog Purina. His greatest joy were his children, Sam Hendershot, and Jessica Hendershot both live in Vacaville, CA.

He leaves behind his wife, Deni Hendershot, Harrisonville, his children Sam and Jessie and his stepchildren Jacy Eckerman (Jacob), Billy Gray (Kristi), Bryce Gray (Alise) and Drew Gray (Shannon) and nine grandchildren. Wayne was a huge Dallas Cowboy fan, and he leaves behind his dogs Dak and Dallas.

Cremation with no services scheduled.

Butler bears youth wrestling club does well at districts

The Butler bears youth wrestling club came to districts hungry on Saturday and boy did they EAT!!! (Energy, Attitude, and Toughness)! 

So very proud of all of their efforts! Even the ones who fell short, gave their all and left it all on the mat for their 2023-2024 season!! WE ARE TAKING 11 WRESTLERS TO STATE THIS WEEKEND, that’s the most ever since we took over the club 5 seasons ago. 

Here are the results:
Melanie Varns- DISTRICT CHAMP 8U 50lbs.
Covy Riley- DISTRICT CHAMP 8U 75lbs.
Easton Adams- DISTRICT CHAMP 8U 100lbs.
Nolan Varns- DISTRICT CHAMP 10U 75lbs.
Levi Wiese-DISTRICT CHAMP 10U 70lbs.
Hunter Long- DISTRICT CHAMP 14U 190lbs.
Julius Varns-2nd place 10U 65lbs.
Brayden McGuire-2nd place 12U 120lbs.
Jarrett Blomquist-2nd place 14U 115lbs.
Michael Blomquist-3rd place 8U 90lbs.
Renner Hill-3rd place 12U 80lbs.

Alternates:
Gabriel Sines-4th place 10U 100lbs.
Jestin Blomquist-4th place 12U 80lbs.

Way to go Bears! 

Red Flag Warning Today

 Very warm [checks calendar] March day Sunday afternoon with high temperatures in the lower to mid 70s. Conditions will very dry with wind gusts to 45 MPH. Burning is highly discouraged, with Red Flag Warning in effect for much of the area.

Drexel Police seeking public assistance

Law Enforcement is seeking help in identifying these two (2) individuals. They are potentially associated with the recent vehicle pursuit that ended in Drexel on Wednesday night. They were last seen at the Dollar General at approximately 8:40 pm.

If you have information that can aid our investigation, please contact us via Messenger or by calling 816-619-4444.

Obituary - Gregory Keith Mason

Gregory Keith Mason died peacefully at home in Raymore, Missouri surrounded by his family on February 27, 2024 at the age of 62.

Greg is survived by his wife Diane, son Jeff, daughter in law Jordan, and grandson Wyatt of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, son Jonathan and fiancée Morgan Dungan of Belton, Missouri, and daughter Sidney Mason of Raymore, Missouri. Greg is preceded in death by his parents Dean Sr. and Ruth Mason, along with his brothers Dean Jr. and Jeffery Mason.

Greg was born on November 22nd in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from Beatrice High School in Beatrice, Nebraska in 1980. After graduation he moved to Kansas City, Missouri. He then met and married his wife Diane in 1989. Over 34 years, the couple welcomed three children and many foster children into their home.

His children remember him as a loving father who was constantly engaged in his childrens school, activities and community.

The visitation is scheduled for March 8th at 1pm at Cullen Funeral Home (612 West Foxridge Drive, Raymore, Missouri) with the service to follow at 2pm. Immediately following the services there will be a Celebration Of Life at Merle’s Tavern in Peculiar, Missouri. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Greg’s life.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - Craig Bollin

Craig Bollin, age 82, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at his home surrounded by loving family.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1800 MO-150, Lee’s Summit, Missouri 64082. 

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. The Rosary will be said at the start of the visitation. Later that day, Craig will be laid to rest at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, Missouri.

Craig was born on August 22, 1941 in Keokuk, Iowa. After graduating high school, Craig honorably served his country in the United States Army. In the fall of 1976 he was joined in marriage with his wife Catherine (Paschke) on November 13th. Their union was blessed with two daughters. In life, Craig was a man of Catholic faith and was a faithful parishioner along with his wife, at Holy Spirit Catholic Parish in Lee’s Summit. 

Craig loved traveling, gardening, fishing, deer hunting, and spending time in the outdoors. He also enjoyed many hours watching his daughters play basketball from grade school through high school. Craig really enjoyed and filled his time with many of these after his retirement. He also spent part of his retirement building homes with Habitat for Humanity.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Dorothy (Wilkens) Bollin; and step-father, Ralph Bollin.

He is survived by his loving wife of over 47 years, Catherine Bollin; daughters, Melinda Pendergraft (Tim) and Erika Stubbs (Scott); brother, Calvin Bollin (Brenda); sisters, Martha Goetz and Doris Duvendack (Jim); and four grandchildren, Sierra, Brianna, Savanna, and Austin Pendergraft.

Windy & Highs in the 70's

Temps warm into the 70s across much of the area today. Southerly winds gust to around 20-30 MPH this afternoon. The warmth continues Sunday; however, winds gust ~35-40 MPH. Drier air moves into the area elevating fire weather concerns Sunday afternoon. Burning is discouraged.

State Farm Student Athlete of the week Annabelle Rowe

We are happy to announce this week's Athlete of the Week, Annabelle Rowe! Annabelle was nominated by Coach Ott who stated, “she finished off her Sophomore wrestling season with a state championship in just her second year ever wrestling. She became the first girls placer at Adrian but also the first girls state champion and only girls state champion out of Bates County.” Congratulations Annabelle, it was a pleasure speaking with you!

About Annabelle:
Annabelle is a sophomore at Adrian High School. She is involved in volleyball and wrestling. We asked Annabelle what she believes it takes to become an elite athlete. She told us, "you have to put in a lot of extra work. Going to the gym, staying outside of practice, it is all of the extra time spent when nobody is looking. On top of working in the off time and putting in the extra work you need to eat right.”

•Favorite sport: Wrestling
•Who inspires her: “Coach Jones. He has helped me a lot throughout the season. He was the most hyped up and always supported me. Coach Jones also had to wrestle at a higher weight class and he really helped me with my techniques to help with this obstacle.”

•Favorite athlete: “Spencer Lee, he is also a wrestler. He has worked his butt off to get where he is. It’s really fun to watch him and his technique.”

•Favorite sports memory: This year, winning state. Overall, the experience was amazing. Between wrestling, the hotel room, etc.

•Favorite sonic drink: cranberry mango sprite

Congratulations on a first place finish at state, that is an amazing accomplishment Annabelle!

*Each week the athlete is awarded with a certificate and a gift card to Sonic. Each Athlete of the Week will be considered for one $500 scholarship which will be awarded in May.

Pictured left to right: Head Coach, Brandon Ott; Annabelle Rowe, daughter of Ethan Rowe; Kellie Davidson, State Farm; Baylie Pitts, State Farm.