Obituary - Judy Fay (Parsons) Piepmeier

Judy Fay (Parsons) Piepmeier was born on October 11, 1951 to John Sr. and Mary Geneva Fay (Knight) Parsons. She passed away peacefully at her home in Appleton City, Missouri, on March 31, 2024. Judy was a 1969 graduate of Appleton City High School. After completing her education, she attended Revels School of Beauty. During this time, she married her high school sweetheart, Terry Dean Piepmeier, on July 5, 1970, her husband of 54 years. To this union three children were born: Kevin, Krista, and Kyle.

Judy worked for Pat Elder fixing hair in Appleton City and Montrose for 30 years until constructing her shop at her home. Judy was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend with a great sense of humor and warm smile. She will be deeply missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents: John Sr. and Mary Geniva Fay (Knight) Parsons; her mother and father-in-law; and one sister-in-law, Katherin Parsons.

Judy is survived by her husband, Terry Dean Piepmeier; 3 children: Kevin (Nikki) Piepmeier, Krista (Deonne) Marshall, and Kyle (Kristi) Piepmeier; 2 brothers: Johnny Parsons Jr and Vernon (Carol) Parsons; 1 brother-in-law, James Piepmeier and 1 sister-in-law, Teresa Piepmeier; grandchildren: Tyler (Allie) Piepmeier, Cole Piepmeier, Ryan and Rylea Marshall, Katelyn and Keith Piepmeier; and one great- grandson, Ridge Dean (arriving in the coming months); along with many extended family and dear friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday April 4th from 10:30-11:30am at the Hill & Sons Funeral Home in Appleton City.

BHS April Teacher of the Month - Michael Prater

The Butler High School would like to congratulate Michael Prater for being named the April 2024 Teacher of the Month! 

Thanks for all you do for the local youth at BHS Michael! 

Clinton High School names new boys wrestling coach

Clinton High School is proud to announce it has selected Daniel Stantorf as the head coach of the Clinton High School boys wrestling program (Coach Mowery will oversee the girls wrestling team). Coach Stantorf will also be joining the staff at Clinton Middle School next fall where he will be the strength and conditioning instructor.

For the previous five seasons, Mr. Stantorf has been the head boys and girls wrestling coach at El Dorado Springs High School. During this tenure, he was named the 2021 Class 1 District 4 Coach of the Year by the Missouri Wrestling Association. As head coach, he oversaw three boys team conference titles, four girls team conference titles, and had 32 individual conference champions. At the state level, the program had two top 20 finishes, 25 state qualifiers including six state medalists, and two state runner-ups. During his time at El Dorado Springs, Coach Stantorf was also an assistant football coach, serving as the defensive coordinator for the last three years.

Daniel was a three-sport athlete in high school, competing in football, wrestling, and track. His honors included achieving a four year varsity letter in football and track and a two year varsity letter in wrestling. He was also a two-time all-conference linebacker in 2011 and 2012 and a state qualifier wrestler in 2013. Coach Stantorf went on to play college football at Central Methodist University.
Daniel and his wife, Kareegan, have been married for 3 years, and have three children, Joseph (7), Jubilee (3), and Jemma (1). When their lives are not consumed with sports they enjoy hunting, fishing, and getting out on the lake.

“The staff, community, and this opportunity have me ecstatic about joining the district,” says Coach Stantorf. “I am excited for the opportunity to improve and grow the Clinton wrestling program. I believe we can take Clinton wrestling to the next level by creating a culture that will positively impact the district. It is my goal for athletes to be consistent on the mat and in the classroom, hold our program and athletes to a high standard, and most importantly grow our athletes into respectable young men.”
Activities Director, Kevin LaFavor is looking forward to Coach Stantorf joining the Clinton School District. “We are very excited about the addition of Coach Stantorf. 

He has proven success as an athlete, but most importantly as a coach. He has built strong relationships with his student athletes, allowing him to hold them accountable to do what is needed to succeed and give their best effort. Here at Clinton, we have an excellent wrestling community, from the youth level through high school. The addition of Coach Stantorf will only add to our rich history in the sport.”

Mock crash today at Butler High School

Around 9:00 a.m. this morning the Butler High School along with local police and first responders held a mock accident situation for juniors and seniors. 

The hopes for this event is to raise awareness about driving under the influence. 

Thank you to everyone who made this possible for the children today! Please remember to never drive under the influence of any drug or alcohol. 

Dubray breaks BHS Javelin Record

 

ANOTHER RECORD FALLS! Butler High School Freshman Kylee Dubray has set a new javelin record at Pleasant Hill, actually breaking it twice! The first time was with a throw of 34.20 meters (112’ 2.5”), then broke it again on her final throw of 35.15 meters (115’ 4”)! This breaks the record set by Josie Johnston just last year.

Davidson breaks BHS 110m Hurdles Record

Another Bears record falls! Congratulations to Butler High School Senior Dylan Davidson for setting a new school record in the 110 Hurdles with a huge PR of 15.13! This beats a 42-year-old school record set by Butler Bear great Pat Ray back in 1982!

Obituary - Pamela “Robin” Partridge

Pamela “Robin” Partridge, 73 of Butler, Missouri passed away Monday, April 1, 2024 at her home in Butler. Cremation, with private family services to be held. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Pamela “Robin” Partridge was born on December 15, 1950 in Montebello, California to Ferrald and Betty Jean (Stone) Heriford.

She grew up in Pico Rivera, CA and in October 1977 met the love of her life Virgil Partridge at the Starlight Inn Bar. On January 8, 1978, she married her Oklahoma cowboy and to this union one daughter was born.

She had fire red hair and a temper to match, but she was witty, funny, creative, and had a love for all creatures. She was a homemaker and could make something out of nothing. Robin was an avid quilter and painter and made so many beautiful things. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Robin was preceded in death by her parents Ferrald and Betty Heriford, husband Virgil Partridge, and grandson Levi Partridge.

She is survived by her daughter Holly Partridge, grandson Lane Partridge, sister Vick Colton, great-granddaughter Raelynn, granddaughter-in-law Taylor Wisdom, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. All of whom will miss her greatly.

Obituary - Nicholas “Nick” Evan Parcell

Beloved son and father, Nicholas “Nick” Evan Parcell, age 32, of Grandview, Missouri passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 1, 2024.

A celebration of Nick’s life will be held with a visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083 on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

Nick was born in Kansas City, Missouri on January 6, 1992 to Rex and Gina Parcell. He graduated high school and continued his education in the welding field. Nick worked for many years as a welder and just recently held the position of manager in his company. In life, Nick was blessed with a son, Samson, who he loved dearly. He was a man made for the outdoors, loving hunting, fishing, hiking, and being in nature with all animals. Near to Nick’s heart as well were his two dogs, Nia and Rusty along with numerous other animals such as fish, lizards, snakes, and turtles. Nick will be missed by many family members and friends.

Nick was preceded in death by his uncle Darrell Parcell; paternal grandmother, Doris Parcell; and maternal grandmother, Pauline Leavitt.

Cherishing his memory are his loving son, Samson Parcell; parents, Rex and Gina Parcell; love of his life, Cayley Reeves; sister, Courtney Weidman (Spencer) and their children, Callie and Penny; sister Melissa Mikesell (Brandon); good friend and mother of Sampson, Veronica Lange; and aunt and uncle, Kim and Jerry Dabbs.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278