Obituary - Ramon "Bodie" Bodenhamer

Ramon “Bodie” Bodenhamer, 85 of Drexel, Missouri passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Crown Care Nursing Home in Harrisonville, Missouri surrounded by family. A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Memorial services will follow at 2:00 pm Saturday, also at the chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Drexel Christian Church. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Bodie was born February 14, 1939 North of Drexel in Lisle, Missouri. The son of Ira and Dorothy Schultz Bodenhamer. He grew up in Drexel and enjoyed playing sports. He graduated from high school in 1957 and that fall he married his high school sweetheart, Joan Martino. To this union one son and two daughters were born.

Over the years Bodie worked at the Grain Elevator in Drexel, raised turkeys and hogs, along with Joan he ran Bodie’s Café, and later he went to work for Bendix.

Bodie and Joan took care of several foster children and adopted one, a son in 1979. Bodie enjoyed watching his kids play sports and was involved in the Boy Scouts. He loved the Lord and was involved in church for many years teaching, sharing, and having bible studies in the home.

Bodie was a loving husband, father, and grandpa and very much enjoyed taking his grandkids places.

Bodie was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Joan Bodenhamer, his sister Lois Cook, and brother Ronald Bodenhamer. He is survived by his children, Brad Bodenhamer (Patti), Mitzi Kimbrough (Kevin), Tina Crumby, and Butch Bodenhamer, grandchildren, Christopher Bodenhamer, Amber Bodenhamer, Brandon Bodenhamer (Amber Ann), Melissa Bodenhamer, Chad Kimbrough (Jessica), Monica Kimbrough, Justin Kimbrough, Cody Crumby (Beth Parks), Brittany Bodenhamer, Alexia Bodenhamer, Danielle Bodenhamer, and Jessie Bodenhamer, along with ten great-grandchildren.

Records are made to be broken

RECORD BREAKER... Last Friday, Harrisonville High School sophomore Paige Cribbs broke the HHS javelin record with a throw of 129' 2" at Pitt State. Way to go Paige!

 

Mild Weather Friday

Mild weather conditions for Friday afternoon. Winds become gusty Saturday afternoon, with storms forecast late Saturday evening.

Obituary - Mark Boyer

1st Celebration of life service for Mark Boyer of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the Last Harvest Cowboy Church, 219 S. Main Street, Butler, Missouri 64730. 

A 2nd Celebration of life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Oak Grove Cemetery, 2700 W Clay Street, St. Charles, Missouri 633301. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Mark Boyer (nickname Catfish King), age 64 of Butler, Missouri passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on May 20, 1959 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Mark enjoyed sports, fishing, cooking and mowing He also enjoyed going to church and helping with church dinners.

Mark is survived by two sisters, Myra Doll (Chris) and Marsha Zotta (Greg); two brothers, Dan (Jan) and Matt (Mary); grandsons, granddaughters, nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces, cousins, stepsons, and a stepdaughter. Mark was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Reba and Richard Mead; his father, James Boyer Sr.; his brother, Jim Boyer; his grandmother, Martha Barton; and his wife of 12 years, Vicki Boyer

Obituary - Monika Ruth Efurd

Monika Ruth Efurd of Abilene, Kansas. Born May 24th, 1988, in Abilene Ks. to Patricia and Mark Efurd. Later divorced she survived by her Parents, Patricia Poage, Lane Ks and Mark Efurd, Marshall Tx. Daughter, Zoey Grace Costigan of the home, Brother Nicholas Efurd (Shelby Morgan), Belton Mo. Kevin Costigan, the love of her life. Grandmother Sue Efurd of Pittsburg TX. Grandfather Roy Brown of Abilene Ks. Great Grandfather Willis Wheatley of Apache Junction AZ. Uncles Charles Chapman (Kerri) of Clinton Mo., Kasey Chapman (Kelly Fitzsimmons) of East Lynn Mo, Chris Efurd (Karla) Abilene Ks.

Many many great Aunts and Uncles and cousins and so many “bonus” moms, dad's sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews as well as very many friends.

Preceded in death by Maternal Grandparents Katherine Chapman (Grandma Ruthie as she was affectionately known) of Garden City Mo and Oather Chapman of Buckner Mo. Paternal Grandparents (Mee-maw) Ingrid Brown of Abilene KS and Sonny Efurd of Pittsburg Tx.

She was given the nicknames Miki, Mouse and Sardine shortly after her birth and was baptized in Abilene as an infant. She spent all her life in the Abilene area. attended grade school at Rural Center elementary school. She attended middle school in Chapman KS where she met the love of her life Kevin and Graduated from Chapman high school in 2006. She took art courses throughout her high school career and was very proud of her artistic talents. She furthered her education with online courses at K- State.

Monika was such a unique and free-spirited person. She traveled through this life by her rules and terms making them up as she went. She was never one to conform to anything or follow a straight line. It was always her way, no ifs ands or buts, and was more stubborn than any mule.

She had many jobs over the years ranging from Bartending, working at a coffee shop, warranty administrator at a car dealership to one of her favorites of working at a bookstore

She has SOOO very many passions in Life. Her greatest joy and accomplishment was being a mother to Zoey. They were always spending time together trying new things, going out to eat or shopping at the mall. As a mom, she always inspired Zoey to dream and would tell her that she could accomplish anything she set her mind to. She was supportive of all her sports, band and any other school project or club she was in. She loved music and taught herself to play the keyboard by ear. Her tastes in music were very broad. Everything from Reba, the 80’s hair bands and she especially loved Queen and Journey. She never met an animal that she wouldn't try pick up, love on and keep especially cats. Her 3 cats at home RiffRaff, Janet and Eddie were her other babies. She loved them fiercely and was always spoiling them. Monika was a beautiful “book Nerd” and wore that title proudly. She had a vast collection of books that were very special to her. she loved the hobbit, harry potter and books long those line along with books about astrology, Greek gods and the like. She and her brother loved Star Wars and were always trying to “Out Star Wars” each other with Knowledge, books and memorabilia. She loved the Raiders. Her mom is A KC Chiefs fan and they loved and laughed so much at their rivalry. During football season the house was all chiefs except for 1 Raiders flag while she was growing up. Zoey would go to Grammys house in a raiders shirt and come back in a Chiefs one. Her passion for Marvel movies was unrivaled. She was going to marry Captain America one day and could tell you every single fact and detail about him and all the Marvel series movies. she had a passion for her plants.

Her laugh and smile were infectious. She had the most beautiful large dark brown “Disney eyes”. She always had a hand to lend to anyone. She touched so many people in so many ways and inspired everyone. Monika was never afraid to try new things and had no fear. Her heart was as big as this world and would help anyone in need.

Cremation with a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Distribution of Controlled Substance Causing Death Arrest in Kansas

On April 21, 2023, an investigation was initiated by the Frontenac Police Department into the death of 18-year-old Kooper Campiti, a resident of Frontenac. 

Soon in the investigation it was believed that Kooper died due to a fentanyl overdose, and that the fentanyl was sold in the Pittsburg Kansas city limits. The Pittsburg Police Department assumed the investigation with numerous other law enforcement agencies assisting.

On April 10th, 2024, Pittsburg police detectives and Crawford County deputies arrested 40-year-old Tabitha Renee Wilson, of Frontenac, and 49-year-old William Allen Davis, of Arma, in relation to Kooper Campiti’s death. 

Both Wilson and Davis were transported to the Crawford County jail and charged with Felony Distribution of a Controlled Substance Causing Death, Felony Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Substance, and Felony Unlawful Distribution of a Controlled Substance Using a Communication Facility. Both Wilson and Davis are currently being held without bond.

The Pittsburg Police Department would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance with this case: Frontenac Police Department, Crawford County Sheriff’s Office, Department of Homeland Security, United States Secret Service, Johnson County Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab, Wichita Police Department, and the Mid-States Organized Crime Information Center.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other incidents, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at 620-231-1700, or at our tip line, 620-231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.

Obituary - Evelyn Garnetta Miller

Evelyn Garnetta Miller of Drexel, MO was born June 25th 1944 in Harrisburg PA the daughter of Edward and Ann Gathagan. She departed this life on Thursday April 11th, 2024 at Golden Years Center for Rehab and Healthcare in Harrisonville, Missouri surrounded by love and family at the age of 79.

On January 29,1965, Evelyn was united in marriage to William John Miller in Ashtabula, OH.

Evelyn was employed by Sprint as an event planner until her retirement. She was formerly employed as a civilian contractor for the United States Navy. Evelyn enjoyed reading, listening to country music and going to the casino’s, she also loved riding motorcycles, playing darts and spending the winters in Yuma, AZ with the love of her life Corky. Evelyn was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother.

Besides her husband William Miller and her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by 5 sister’s Betty Lefebvre, Emogene and Alice Gathagan, Lois Mathews, Lorraine Kensinger and 1 bother Edward Gathagan and granddaughter Ashley Miller.

Evelyn is survived by 2 sons, William P Miller (Joann) Spring Hill, KS, Chat Miller (Susan) Harrisonville, MO, step- children Ogden Miller (Cynthia) KCMO and Leona Herman Lane, KS. 6 grandchildren Jason (Billie Jo), Sarah (Larry), Derick, Michael, Austin (Biancia)Ryan (Chely); 10 great-grandchildren Owen, Cash, Barrett, Melody, Rhoda, Mateo, Issabella, Nasheili, Graceson and Canaan and a host of extended family Shane (Nicole), Tiffany (Daniel), Seth, Georgia, Ryder, Preslee, Henlee, Enzlee and MarleeCremation with a Celebration of Life Service will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Visitation will be held 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Dickey Funeral Home.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Three Rivers Hospice, or JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) and may be sent to Dickey Funeral Home P.O. Box 432 Harrisonville, Missouri 6470.

Butler Bears Baseball was victorious tonight against Versailles 7-4

Butler Bears Baseball was victorious tonight against Versailles 7-4.

The Bears opened the scoring in the top of the first thanks to two singles. The Butler Bears first got on the board when Sophomore Brandon Hammett singled, scoring one run.

Butler added to their early lead in the top of the second inning when Sophomore Jake Chandler singled, scoring one run, and Senior Maddox Fennewald doubled, scoring two runs.

Fennewald earned the win for the Bears. The right-handed pitcher allowed eight hits and four runs over six and one-third innings, striking out eight and walking one. 

Tyrus Ollison led things off on the mound for the Tigers. The starting pitcher allowed six runs and five hits over four innings, striking out four and walking two. Jake Chandler collected the save for Butler.

The Butler Bears piled up nine hits in the game. Fennewald provided pop in the middle of the lineup, and led the Bears with two runs batted in. The number three hitter went 1-for-4 on the day. Junior Eli Cox and Chandler each collected two hits for the Butler Bears.

Fennewald and Chandler each stole multiple hits for the Butler Bears. The Bears ran wild on the base paths, piling up four stolen bases in the game.

Butler will have a home game on Monday against the Harrisonville Wildcats.