Obituary - Gerald W. Stutzman

Gerald W. Stutzman, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at his home in Deepwater, Missouri.

Gerald Wayne Stutzman was born on March 10, 1962, to Stella and Jack Stutzman in Columbia, Missouri. He was the second of 4 children. Gerald was a calm, quiet child. 

He grew up in a loving family; he attended and graduated from Raymore Elementary School in Missouri. Gerald enjoyed sports and became very active at school. He loved football, golf, and bowling; in fact, he was actively engaged in bowling until two weeks before his death. 

His entire family actively bowled for many years – it was a family affair. It was said that he and his brother competed in several tournaments. Gerald would grow up to be a quiet, caring man and a wonderful husband to Cheryl, his loving wife. He was an extremely good papa to his granddaughter, Liliana.

Gerald worked as a Sanitation Engineer for 23 years. He was also employed at Arby’s- his last position- but stopped working due to the deterioration of his health. The consummate family man, Gerald, was also passionate about cars and was very good at mechanical work. He was a persevering and enduring man who never gave up but would press on until he found a resolution to a challenge. He quickly made friends wherever he went, and in his quiet, unassuming way, he touched many lives. He is survived by his loving wife (Cheryl), siblings (Johnny, Marla, and Sherrie), step-children, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri and are pending at this time.

Happy Retirement Robbie Barnes!

Adrian Bank invites you to a reception honoring the upcoming retirement of Robbie Barnes. 

The reception will be held May 13th at the Adrian Bank Butler Branch located at 1101 West Fort Scott Street in Butler. 

Stop by between 2-4pm and wish Robbie congratulations on her retirement.

Butler Community Food Pantry Summer Meal Drive

 

Obituary - Michelle Dione Van Horn

Michelle Dione Van Horn, 51, of Raymore, MO, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton, MO. Memorial services will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Peculiar in Peculiar, MO, with the visitation beginning at 5:00 PM.

Michelle was born July 6, 1972 to Herbert and Lou Ella (Gary) Hubbard in Carlsbad, New Mexico. She graduated from Goddard High School in Roswell, NM in 1990 and attended Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell, where she met her husband, Michael (Mick) Van Horn. They were married on October 18, 1991, and had two children, Natalie and Ian Van Horn.

Michelle worked as the secretary at First Baptist Church of Peculiar, and was a beloved member of the church congregation there. Throughout her life, Michelle held many other positions, but none she cherished so much as being a stay-at-home mom and raising her children.

Michelle was passionate about travel and finding new places to explore with her husband and children. In her free time, Michelle loved reading, watching movies, coloring, painting, and playing games. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and pets.

Michelle is preceded in death by her father, Herbert Hubbard, and her son, Ian Michael Van Horn. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Michael Van Horn; her daughter, Natalie Van Horn; her mother, Lou Hubbard; sisters: Jana Chrisman, Becky Keele, and Beth Miller; in-laws, Joe and Lonna (Gooden) Van Horn; as well as, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Butler Rotary Club News 5/1/24

Butler Rotarian Gary Schowengerdt, Student of the month Noah Lentz, Circuit Judge Brandon Baker of Osceola, Program Chairman Stacey Seider Lawson, and Rotarians Chris White and Joanne Godfrey Wednesday at our weekly luncheon.

Judge Baker hears cases in Bates, Benton, Henry and St Clair and his talk was informative and he answered many questions. Thank you Judge Baker and your most efficient court reporter, Jenny Johnson, for spending your lunch time with us.

 

Obituary - Neoma Marguerite Anderson

Funeral services for Neoma Anderson of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. Visitation prior to services 10 - 11 a.m. Saturday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Burial in Fairview Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Charity of Choice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Neoma Marguerite Anderson, age 90 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Copper Rock Healthcare in Rogersville, Missouri. She was born February 11, 1934 to Charles Byrd and Sarah “Sally” Kinney Turpin in Butler, Missouri.

Neoma is survived by a son, Neil Anderson and wife Sabrina of Springfield, Missouri; a daughter, Virginia Thompson and husband Mike of Butler, Missouri; four grandchildren, Lyssa Lile and husband Derek, Christina Stockwell and husband Sean, Abby Smith and husband Blake and Spencer Anderson; and seven great-grandchildren, Izaya, Serenity, Lydia, Noah, Madison, Ben and Lexi. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Earl Anderson on January 4, 2022; and a great-grandson, Masyn.

Strong Hitting Not Enough As Butler Varsity Bears Baseball Team Falls To The Midway Vikings

Strong Hitting Not Enough As Butler Varsity Bears Baseball Team Falls To The Midway Vikings 

The Butler Bears Baseball Team fell 11-6 to Midway Varsity Vikings on Monday despite out-hitting them eight to seven. 

Sophomore Bryson Kash led the Bears with three hits. Midway rallied for the victory despite trailing 5-0 in the third. The Bears were the first to get on the board in the first when Maddox Fennewald grounded out, scoring one run. 

Butler added to their early lead in the top of the third inning when Eli Cox singled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, and Brayden Jackson drew a walk, scoring one run.

The Bears added to their early lead in the top of the third inning when Eli Cox singled, scoring two runs, an error scored one run, and Brayden Jackson drew a walk, scoring one run. 

The Vikings flipped the game on its head in the bottom of the fifth, scoring nine runs on four hits to take a 10-5 lead. The biggest blow in the inning was a double by Brodi Cook that drove in two. Brock Lines started the game for the Bears. 

The righty allowed four hits and nine runs (three earned) over four and two-thirds innings, striking out five and walking nine. Trevyn Adams led things off on the mound for Midway. He gave up three hits and five runs (three earned) over three innings, striking out seven and walking five.

Eli Cox drove the middle of the lineup, leading Butler with two runs batted in. The first baseman went 2-for-3 on the day. Brandon Hammett stole two bases. The Bears had patience at the plate, piling up six walks for the game. Butler stole seven bases in the game. 

The number seven hitter, Nathan Meza, showed the depth of Midway's lineup, by leading them with two hits in three at bats. Jackson Bridgers and Cook each drove in two runs for Midway. 

The Vikings had patience at the plate, tallying nine walks for the game. Logan Clifford and Brody Bowers led the team with two walks each. 

The Midway Vikings ran wild on the base paths, tallying four stolen bases for the game. The Butler Bears welcome the Sherwood Marksmen on Tuesday for their next game.

Stormy Thursday for the area

Widespread showers and storms will affect the area today. While severe weather is not expected, a few storms could be strong this afternoon, with gusty winds and small hail possible. Additionally, heavy rain could lead to localized flooding. Precipitation moves away from the area tonight with a dry forecast for Friday. 

Precipitation returns this weekend with more showers and storms Saturday and Sunday. No strong or severe storms are expected with this activity.