All Conference boys basketball players from Butler High School

We would like to Congratulate the following Butler High School Boys Basketball players for making All Conference.

1st Team- Carter Trumbore
2nd Team- Dylan Davidson
Player of the year- Carter Trumbore

Coach Dawson was named District Coach of the Year.

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Obituary - Maynard D. Miracle

Maynard D. Miracle was born to Hilery and Iva Miracle on February 20, 1938, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He passed away peacefully at his home in Garden City, MO with his loving wife Janice Miracle, of 37 years by his side.

After Graduating High School, Maynard was a Paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne, U.S. Army. After his service to his country, he embarked on a successful career as a Drafts man/ Construction Engineer until he retired. Maynard was an avid singer, guitar and bass player that sounded very much like Willie Nelson. Maynard’s favorite style of country music was the traditional singers such as Faren Young, Conway Twitty, Waylon Jennings, and Merle Haggard. He enjoyed getting together with other musicians singing and playing at local Community Centers and nursing homes. He actually met his wife Janice while performing in Kansas City. His wonderful smile, corny jokes, and jovial personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Maynard is preceded in death by his parents Hilery and Iva Miracle; a step-father Glen Young; a sister, Helen Hayes; and a son Michael Miracle. He is survived by his wife Janice Miracle of Garden City, Missouri; a son Maynard Derick Miracle (Heather) of Ohio; stepdaughter Debra Knopke (Chris) of Camdenton, MO; stepdaughter Rhonda Farris (Richard) of Englewood, FL; stepson Ronald Morris, Jr of Independence, MO; and a sister Shirley Greber of Cincinnati, Ohio. Maynard also leaves behind many Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

The family suggests contributions to Ascend Hospice of Lee’s Summit, MO. In lieu of flowers. Funeral Service will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri. With a Graveside service 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Brooking Cemetery, Raytown, Missouri.

Visitation will be held 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Obituary - Marian Frazier

Marian Frazier, 95 of Marshall, Missouri passed away March 5, 2024 at the Baptist Home in Independence, Missouri. A visitation will be held Friday, March 15, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). 

Graveside services will follow at 3:00 pm Friday in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, Missouri. A Celebration of Life service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Marshall, 8 South Odell Street, Marshall, Missouri. A visitation will be held just prior to the service beginning at 1:30 pm Saturday, also at the church. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Baptist Home of Independence or Gideons International. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Marian (Dysart) Frazier was born on January 2, 1929, in Red Oak, Iowa. She graduated from Paola High School in 1946, Soon after high school she met the love of her life John Edward Frazier of Drexel who had just completed service in the United States Army. They were married at the First Baptist Church of Paola in 1947. John and Marian made their first home near Drexel, MO on the Frazier family farm. They were happily married for 34 years. Marian was a full-time homemaker for most of her years. Her faith in Jesus Christ was the core of her life. She served as a volunteer Children's Sunday School teacher for fifty years. She enjoyed playing the piano and organ. Her husband's work as a school administrator led them to live in Versailles, Monroe City and Marshall, MO. She worked as a teacher's aide when they moved to Marshall.

Beginning in 1978 she was employed at the State Habilitation Center in Marshall. Marian retired in 1994. She enjoyed a trip to Israel, a retirement gift from her children and she took many other trips with the Senior Group from church.

Marian was preceded in death by her husband John, mother and step-father, Lydia Helen and Halbert Dysart, father Adolph Holm, son-in-law Darrell Martin, and infant great-granddaughter Brinley Frazier.

She is survived by four children Linda Martin of Grain Valley, MO: Jerry (Ellen) Frazier of Alexandria, VA, John (Melissa) Frazier of Emma, MO, and Lisa (Howard) Ward of Peculiar Mo.

She is also survived by grandchildren: Annette Martin, Independence; Christopher Martin (Cheryl), Blue Springs; Allen Frazier (Ashlea) Alexandria, VA; Ryan (Katrina) Frazier, Kansas City, MO; Amy (Andrew) Sherill, Liberty MO Jeremy (Lauren) Frazier, Arnold, MO; Kristin Frazier, Emma, MO; Daniel Ward, Blue Springs, MO; Thomas (Sammy Jo) Ward, Belton, MO.; and nine great-grandchildren: Joshua Martin, Noah Martin, Kellan Frazier, Paxton Frazier, Luke Sherrill, Emily Frazier, Alice Frazier, Haley Jo Ward, and Cecilia Frazier.

GVVC All-Conference Basketball Players from Hume High School

 

Pictured From Left to Right:
Sr. Bryson Morrison All-Conference 1st Team
Sr. Beriah Morrison All-Conference Player of the Year
Sr. Brecklen Morrison All-Conference Player of the Year
Sr. Brileigh Rogers All-Conference 2nd Team
Fr. Baileigh Rogers All-Conference 2nd Team

BCMH March employee of the month

Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) recognizes Ronnie Smith, CRT as the Employee of the Month for March. Ronnie has been employed with BCMH since 2012 as a certified respiratory therapist in the Respiratory Department, and currently serves as Lead Tech for the department.

Ronnie is known for taking great pride in everything he is tasked with. He treats all staff, visitors and patients with kindness and respect. He consistently shows compassion to his patients and family members to provide the patient with the best experience he can.

As Lead Tech, Ronnie is responsible for ordering supplies for the department and works with other hospital departments to handle any issues. He is a team player, and coworkers say he is a joy to work with. Ronnie is a valuable employee, and he deserves this recognition.

Bridge rehabilitation project beginning March 11th in Bates County

Northbound I-49 traffic shifted head-to-head in the southbound lanes between Mile Markers 135 & 137 in Bates County over the Missouri & Northern Arkansas (MNA) Railroad north of Butler while contractor crews work to replace the bridge deck/driving surface

Monday, March 11th and remaining in this pattern until work on the northbound bridge is completed. #MoDOTSW

Obituary - Ronnie Lee Felt

Ronnie Lee Felt, age 85, resident of Fort Scott, KS, died Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at the Via Christi Medical Center, Pittsburg, KS. He was born November 4, 1938, in Fort Scott, the oldest son of Kenneth Marcellus Felt and Sylvia Mae Beerbower Felt. He graduated from Fort Scott High School in 1956. Ronnie married Laura Lea Coonrod on April 5, 1959, at Cato, KS.

Ronnie started trucking right out of high school. He was also a farmer and a rancher after purchasing his parents’ farm in 1972. Ronnie and Laura would become the owners and operators of Felt & Sons Trucking Company out of Redfield, KS in 1982. He chased that white line for over three million miles with his sons and family by his side. Through his time trucking, Ronnie, also known as Bigfoot, made many friends and built relationships that would last his lifetime. He served as a Deacon at Mt. Orum Baptist Church.

Ronnie retired at the age of 72. His pride and joy was his family, especially the grandkids and great grandkids. He could often be found in his recliner with multiple great grandchildren piled on his lap. He led his family for 85 years with knowledge and wisdom. At the end of his life, he was surrounded by the family that loved and adored him.

Survivors include his wife Laura of the home, and children Rickie Felt and wife, Cindy of San Antonio, Troy Felt and partner, Tami Shirley of Redfield, and Rhonda Kellstadt and husband Robert of Mound City. Six grandchildren, Kathy Felt, Kenny Felt (Megan), Clayton Dierksen (McKenna), Tyler Felt (Skylar), Haley Arnold (Adam), and Cade Kellstadt (Avery) and his great grandchildren: Blair, Waylon, Easton, Knox, Smith, Carver, Creek, Olivia, and Macy. Ronnie is also survived by his siblings Shirley Felt Cary, CH Felt, and Gary Felt. He was preceded in death by a grandson Scott Felt, his parents Kenneth and Sylvia Felt, and a sister Marcella Felt Butler.

Pastor Tom Bevard will conduct funeral services at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, March 13th, at the Mt. Orum Baptist Church, Redfield, KS. Burial will follow in the Mt. Orum Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 Tuesday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to either Shriner’s Hospital or St. Jude’s Hospital and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.

Main Street Menagerie closing in Butler

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the closing of Main Street Menagerie at its current location of 105 N Main St, Butler, MO. 

While this decision has not been an easy one to make, we believe it to be necessary. Unfortunately, due to the current financial climate, the daily operations have been difficult in our recessed economy. While departing is never a cheerful occasion, we must say goodbye to customers who have been supporting us and enjoying the Menagerie. 

We are extremely proud of all that we have accomplished in the past two years of operation alongside our vendors. We could not be more thankful to those who have believed in us and invested in our endeavors. With that being said, our final day of welcoming customers through our doors will be April 30. 

It has come to where we must say "so long" for now, but hopefully not forever. At the current time, we do not have options for relocating. However, your words have encouraged us many times over, and we are hopeful for what the future may hold!!!